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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Excel for Beginners: Beginner Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office

    4.3 stars, 92 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.3 (92) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Operations and Process Management

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Process Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Process, Business Process Management, Process Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Performance Improvement, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Mapping, Operations Management, Quality Management, Quality Monitoring, Operational Excellence, Quality Management Systems, Change Management, Performance Measurement, Risk Management, Project Management

    4.8 stars, 211 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (211) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of California San Diego

    Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Taxonomy, Data Mining, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Data Analysis Software, Life Sciences, Anthropology, Statistical Methods

    4.1 stars, 94 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Disability Awareness and Support

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Disabilities, Education and Training, Adaptive Equipment, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Case Studies, Diversity Training, Student Support and Services, Student Services, Diversity Awareness, Higher Education, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

    4.6 stars, 333 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (333) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Sheets - Advanced Topics

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Google Workspace, Google Docs, Data Validation, Data Visualization, Productivity Software, Data Sharing, Data Integration, Automation

    4.7 stars, 452 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    TikTok Content Creator Pro

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, TikTok, Content Performance Analysis, Canva (Software), Photo/Video Production and Technology, Visual Storytelling, Content Scheduling, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Content Optimization, ChatGPT, Storytelling, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Videography, Social Media Strategy, Analytics, Video Production, Marketing

    4.4 stars, 207 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (207) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Healthcare Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Health Systems, Systems Engineering, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care, Systems Integration, System Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Enterprise Architecture, Solution Design, Application Deployment

    4.7 stars, 307 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (307) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Designing and Formatting a Presentation in PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Data Visualization, Driving engagement, Drive Engagement, Productivity Software, Editing, Graphic Design, Business Communication

    4.5 stars, 333 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (333) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Peking University

    操作系统原理(Operating Systems)

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, Memory Management, OS Process Management, System Software, Computer Systems, File Management, File I/O, Unix, Performance Tuning, Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 363 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (363) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Hot Topics in Criminal Justice

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Public Safety and National Security, Social Justice, Legal Proceedings, Jury Trial, Political Sciences, Case Law, Neurology, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Appeals, Litigation and Civil Justice, Disabilities, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Sociology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cultural Diversity, Investigation, Intelligence Collection and Analysis

    4.6 stars, 197 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Critical Role of IT Support Staff in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Technical Support and Services, Medical Support, Help Desk Support, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Technical Support, Health Technology, Information Technology, Health Care, Information Technology Operations, Issue Tracking

    4.7 stars, 773 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to 3D Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Design Elements And Principles, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design Software, Computer-Aided Design, Design, User Interface (UI)

    4.3 stars, 56 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Excel for Beginners: Beginner Functions: Coursera
  • Operations and Process Management: Illinois Tech
  • Genomic Data Science and Clustering (Bioinformatics V): University of California San Diego
  • Disability Awareness and Support: University of Pittsburgh
  • Google Sheets - Advanced Topics: Google Cloud
  • TikTok Content Creator Pro: Coursera
  • Foundations of Healthcare Systems Engineering: Johns Hopkins University
  • Designing and Formatting a Presentation in PowerPoint: Coursera
  • 操作系统原理(Operating Systems): Peking University
  • Hot Topics in Criminal Justice: Vanderbilt University

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