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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


  • P

    Packt

    IT Fundamentals and Hardware Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Desktop Support, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Computer Systems, Data Storage, Information Technology, Memory Management

    4.5 stars, 75 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (75) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), GitHub, HTML and CSS, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Microsoft Copilot, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Responsive Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Javascript, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Web Development Tools, JSON, Semantic Web

    4.1 stars, 50 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (50) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Epic Games

    Fundamentals of Level Design with Unreal Engine

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unreal Engine, Software Design Documents, Video Game Development, Software Documentation, Virtual Environment, Conceptual Design, Experience Design, Layout Design, Wireframing, Interactive Design, Prototyping, Aesthetics

    4.3 stars, 73 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Introducción a la visualización de datos

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Statistical Visualization, Infographics, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Modeling, Human Factors, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Graphing

    4.7 stars, 27 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Coursera

    Building Production-Ready Apps with Large Language Models

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Model Deployment, Responsible AI, Application Deployment, Application Development, Large Language Modeling, Hugging Face, Data Ethics, Generative AI, AI Security, Application Security, Continuous Monitoring

    4.1 stars, 38 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Software Development Life Cycle, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Build Tools, CI/CD, Object Oriented Design, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Development Methodologies, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Software Development Tools, Version Control, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Versioning, Programming Principles, Software Design

    4.5 stars, 196 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Ethical Hacking Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Penetration Testing, Linux Administration, General Networking, Cyber Security Assessment, Exploitation techniques, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, System Configuration, Software Installation, Virtual Machines

    4.3 stars, 38 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Hiring and Onboarding Employees with ClickUp

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Time Management, Human Resources Software, HR Tech, Calendar Management, Employee Onboarding, Timelines, New Hire Orientations, Organizational Skills, Project Schedules, Full Cycle Recruitment, Project Management Software, Procedure Development, Productivity Software, Document Management

    4.5 stars, 502 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (502) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Architecture Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, OSI Models, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Computer Networking, General Networking, Network Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Load Balancing, Network Security, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Network Troubleshooting, Local Area Networks, Virtual Networking, Network Model, Network Switches, Wide Area Networks, Telecommunications

    4.8 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Splunk Inc.

    Splunk Knowledge Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Dashboard Creation, Data Modeling, Dashboard, Pivot Tables And Charts, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Management, Data Mapping, Model Optimization, Performance Tuning, Incident Management, Query Languages, Information Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Event Monitoring, Data Science, Big Data, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Business Analytics

    4.6 stars, 52 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (52) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Sustainability Analyst Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Sustainable Development, Data Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Spreadsheet Software, Professional Development, Contract Management, Waste Minimization, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Policy Development, Annual Reports, Interactive Learning, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Vendor Contracts, Goal Setting, Business Writing, Project Management

    4.5 stars, 110 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Manchester

    Global Health and Humanitarianism

    Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, World History, Healthcare Ethics, Emergency Response, Health Care, Health Systems, Crisis Intervention, Social and Human Services, Safety and Security, Human Services, Ethical Standards And Conduct, International Relations, Infectious Diseases, Social Studies, Mitigation, Policy Analysis, Advocacy

    4.7 stars, 289 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (289) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • IT Fundamentals and Hardware Essentials: Packt
  • Introduction to Web Development: Microsoft
  • Fundamentals of Level Design with Unreal Engine: Epic Games
  • Introducción a la visualización de datos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Building Production-Ready Apps with Large Language Models: Coursera
  • Introduction to Application Development: LearnQuest
  • Ethical Hacking Foundations: Packt
  • Hiring and Onboarding Employees with ClickUp: Coursera
  • Network Architecture Fundamentals: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Splunk Knowledge Manager: Splunk Inc.

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