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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


  • E

    Edureka

    Fundamentals of Data Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Governance, Data Management, Compliance Management, Data Architecture, Compliance Training, Cloud Solutions, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Strategy, Regulatory Compliance, Security Controls, Data Security, Cloud Security, Metadata Management, Information Management, Data Integrity, Data Quality, Data Access, Cloud Computing, Risk Management

    4 stars, 74 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (74) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Cybersecurity & Privacy for Leaders: A Primer

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Responsible AI, AI Integrations, Cyber Governance, Generative AI, Business Ethics, AI Personalization, Information Privacy, Threat Detection, Threat Management, AI literacy, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Security, Public Affairs

    4.8 stars, 80 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (80) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Deep Dive

    Skills you'll gain: Loans, Lending and Underwriting, Blockchain, General Lending, Derivatives, FinTech, Market Liquidity, Financial Trading, Token Optimization, Securities (Finance), Digital Assets, Liquidation, Portfolio Management

    4.9 stars, 318 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (318) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Motion Planning for Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Network Routing, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Simulations, Predictive Modeling, Scenario Testing

    4.8 stars, 487 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (487) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Ley de protección de datos. Conoce tus derechos

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Controls, Information Privacy, Data Security, Data Governance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Management, Data Access, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis, Informed Consent

    4.6 stars, 151 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Build and Modernize Applications With Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering Tools, LangChain, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Embeddings, AI Workflows, Model Optimization, Serverless Computing, Agentic Workflows, Systems Development Life Cycle, AI Orchestration, Cloud Development, Development Testing, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, AI Integrations, Application Development, AI Security, Tool Calling

    4.2 stars, 55 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.2 (55) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Number Theory and Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Key Management, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Python Programming

    4.5 stars, 609 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (609) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Codio

    Programming in Python: A Hands-on Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Persistence, Computational Logic, Code Reusability, Computer Science, Data Storage, File Management

    4.5 stars, 486 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (486) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SAP

    Foundations of Business Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, SAP Signavio, Stakeholder Engagement, SAP Analytics Cloud, Stakeholder Communications, Business Analysis Tools, SAP Applications, Stakeholder Analysis, ChatGPT, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Communication, Critical Thinking

    4.5 stars, 136 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (136) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Cybersecurity for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Data Ethics, Computer Security, Authentications, Cryptography, Information Assurance, Cyber Security Policies, Authorization (Computing), Security Software, Security Controls, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Privacy, Encryption, Data Access, Security Awareness, Risk Analysis, Problem Solving, Communication

    3.5 stars, 31 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.5 (31) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems Concepts and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Service Level, System Configuration, Systems Analysis, Algorithms

    3.9 stars, 98 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (98) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Getting Started with Google Workspace en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Calendar Management, Presentations, Data Validation, File Management, Spreadsheet Software, Setting Appointments, Version Control, Document Management, Productivity Software, Meeting Facilitation, Data Visualization, Email Security, Email Automation, Collaborative Software, Event Management, Sales Presentations

    4.7 stars, 663 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (663) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Fundamentals of Data Governance: Edureka
  • Generative AI Cybersecurity & Privacy for Leaders: A Primer: Vanderbilt University
  • Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Deep Dive: Duke University
  • Motion Planning for Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Ley de protección de datos. Conoce tus derechos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Build and Modernize Applications With Generative AI: Google Cloud
  • Number Theory and Cryptography: University of California San Diego
  • Programming in Python: A Hands-on Introduction: Codio
  • Foundations of Business Analysis: SAP
  • Cybersecurity for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder

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