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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


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    LearnKartS

    AWS Developer Associate Certification Prep

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon Web Services, Amazon DynamoDB, Containerization, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, AWS CloudFormation, Continuous Integration, Amazon S3, Cloud Applications, Data Security, User Accounts, Load Balancing, Amazon CloudWatch, Security Controls, Encryption, DevOps, AWS Kinesis, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines

    4.7 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (10) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    University of Pittsburgh

    Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, NumPy, Probability Distribution, Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Statistics, Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Linear Algebra, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Logical Reasoning

    3.6 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.6 (16) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Coursera

    GenAI Ops: Running Powerful Generative AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Cloud Security, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Risking, Data Ethics, Data Governance, Data Security, Enterprise Architecture, Dashboard Creation, Executive Presence, Security Architecture Review, Professional Development, Data Management, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Incident Management, IT Automation

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    KodeKloud

    Linux for beginners with Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Linux, Ubuntu, Linux Administration, File Systems, Linux Servers, Data Storage, Network Troubleshooting, Operating Systems, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Data Storage Technologies, Remote Access Systems, Operating System Administration, System Support, Software Installation, File Management, Service Management, General Networking

    4.4 stars, 22 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    NIIT

    Introduction to building Web Pages using HTML5 and CSS3

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development Tools, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Software Development Tools, Semantic Web, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments

    3.1 stars, 37 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.1 (37) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Ethics in Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Economics

    4.4 stars, 25 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    University of London

    Working with Objects in C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Test Data, Algorithms, Verification And Validation, Statistical Programming, Development Testing, Data Structures, Transaction Processing

    4.6 stars, 34 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Building and Training Neural Networks with PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Model Training, Artificial Neural Networks, Fine-tuning, Computer Vision, Model Optimization, Data Preprocessing, Data Processing

    4.8 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Pragmatic AI Labs

    Claude From Zero

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Software Architecture, Anthropic Claude, Systems Architecture, Software Development Tools, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Code Coverage, Code Review, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Software Technical Review, Command-Line Interface, Prompt Engineering, Context Management, Prompt Patterns, YAML, Rust (Programming Language), Software Installation, Unix Commands

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Cisco CCNP Data Center DCCOR (350-601)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Centers, Ansible, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Routing Protocols, Network Switches, Computing Platforms, Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC), Virtual Networking, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), IT Automation, Security Controls, Network Infrastructure, Devops Tools, Network Engineering, Border Gateway Protocol, Network Routers, Network Routing, Infrastructure Security, Network Monitoring, Data Storage Technologies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Designing Hardware for Raspberry Pi Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Schematic Diagrams, Computer-Aided Design, Electronic Systems, Mechanical Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, 3D Modeling, Electronics, Electronic Components, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Design Software, Design Specifications, Digital Signal Processing, Verification And Validation, Open Source Technology, Data Import/Export

    5 stars, 35 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (35) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Coursera

    Data Visualization using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Data Import/Export, Business Reporting, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software

    4.5 stars, 72 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

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

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

  • AWS Developer Associate Certification Prep: LearnKartS
  • Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics: University of Pittsburgh
  • GenAI Ops: Running Powerful Generative AI Systems: Coursera
  • Linux for beginners with Hands-on Labs: KodeKloud
  • Introduction to building Web Pages using HTML5 and CSS3: NIIT
  • Ethics in Public Policy: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Working with Objects in C++: University of London
  • Building and Training Neural Networks with PyTorch: Packt
  • Claude From Zero: Pragmatic AI Labs
  • Cisco CCNP Data Center DCCOR (350-601): Packt

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