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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


  • T

    The Linux Foundation

    Using Git for Distributed Development

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Software Installation, Open Source Technology, Software Development Tools, Software Versioning, Debugging, Linux

    4.6 stars, 598 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (598) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Development of Real-Time Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, System Programming, Systems Design, System Software, C (Programming Language), System Design and Implementation, OS Process Management, System Requirements, Dependency Analysis, Computer Architecture, Systems Analysis, Verification And Validation, Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 541 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (541) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Advanced App Development in Android

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Computer Graphics, Android (Operating System), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Virtual Environment, Logo Design, 3D Assets, Android Studio, Android Development, Computer Graphic Techniques, Application Development, Graphics Software, Animations, Mobile Development, Color Theory, Creative Design, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra

    4.3 stars, 132 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (132) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    AI for Education (Intermediate)

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Generative AI, AI literacy, Education Software and Technology, ChatGPT, Peer Review, OpenAI, Education and Training, Digital pedagogy, AI Integrations

    4.6 stars, 427 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (427) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • M

    Microsoft

    Data Visualization Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Scatter Plots

    4.7 stars, 111 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (111) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Cybersecurity Best Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, Security Controls, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Assessment, Data Security, Enterprise Security, Information Assurance, Data Integrity

    4.8 stars, 64 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (64) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SAP

    SAP Technology Consultant Hands-on Project

    Skills you'll gain: Solution Design, Project Scoping, Technical Documentation, System Implementation, Project Management, Technology Solutions, Project Implementation, Program Implementation, Project Closure, Project Coordination, Technical Consulting, Solution Delivery, Stakeholder Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Journey Mapping, Customer Engagement, Test Planning, Requirements Elicitation, Customer Analysis, Business Transformation

    4.6 stars, 93 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (93) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Intro to AR/VR/MR/XR: Technologies, Applications & Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Disabilities, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Environment, Display Devices, Design Strategies, Human Computer Interaction, Information Privacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Innovation, Human Factors (Security), Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 418 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (418) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Embedded Hardware and Operating Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Operating Systems, Application Development, Wireless Networks, Communication Systems, Hardware Architecture, OS Process Management, Network Protocols, C (Programming Language), Simulations, Network Performance Management, Memory Management

    4.1 stars, 629 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (629) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Programming for the Internet of Things Project

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, User Requirements Documents, Functional Specification, Functional Requirement, Systems Design, Requirements Analysis, Test Case, System Requirements, System Design and Implementation, Development Testing, System Testing, Prototyping, Program Development, Software Documentation, Hardware Architecture, Python Programming

    4.7 stars, 957 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (957) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Primer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI literacy, AI Enablement, AI powered creativity, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Human Computer Interaction

    4.8 stars, 497 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (497) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, Software Testing, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Python Programming, Game Design, General Mathematics

    4.7 stars, 584 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (584) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Using Git for Distributed Development: The Linux Foundation
  • Development of Real-Time Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Advanced App Development in Android: Imperial College London
  • AI for Education (Intermediate): Kennesaw State University
  • Data Visualization Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Cybersecurity Best Practices: Coursera
  • SAP Technology Consultant Hands-on Project: SAP
  • Intro to AR/VR/MR/XR: Technologies, Applications & Issues: University of Michigan
  • Embedded Hardware and Operating Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Programming for the Internet of Things Project: University of California, Irvine

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