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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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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Functional Programming in Scala

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Application Design, User Interface (UI), Distributed Computing, Programming Principles, Leaflet (Software), Big Data, Data Processing, Software Design, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Functional Design, Object Oriented Design, Data Manipulation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Interactive Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM UI/UX Designer

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Information Architecture, UI/UX Research, User Research, Persona (User Experience), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Thinking, Agile Software Development, UI/UX Strategy, Scrum (Software Development), User Centered Design, Design Research, Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI), Figma (Design Software), Wireframing, User Experience, Adobe XD, Responsible AI, Prototyping

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Digital Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Agile Product Development, New Product Development, Continuous Delivery, Agile Software Development, User Story, Product Management, Agile Methodology, Product Testing, Agile Project Management, Product Development, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Product Improvement, Design Thinking, Team Building, Continuous Deployment, Team Leadership, DevOps, Customer Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Programming with Python and Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matplotlib, Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Unit Testing, Pandas (Python Package), Java Programming, Plot (Graphics), Eclipse (Software), Application Development, Data Visualization, Data Structures, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming, Computer Programming

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Chegg Skills

    Applied AI in Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, AI Security, AI literacy, Multimodal Prompts, Data Ethics, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, ChatGPT, AI Workflows, Productivity, Generative AI, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence, Security Awareness, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Risk Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Cybersecurity Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Governance, Zero Trust Network Access, Threat Detection, Security Engineering, IT Security Architecture, Threat Modeling, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Threat Hunting, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Application Security, Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Cyber Security Policies, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Analysis, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Cybersecurity for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Risk Analysis, Metasploit, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Authentications, Security Testing, Cloud Security, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Incident Management, Risk Management, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Vulnerability Assessments

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Create High-Fidelity Designs and Prototypes in Figma

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Graphic and Visual Design, User Experience Design, Usability, Mockups, Usability Testing, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Design Elements And Principles, Interaction Design, Design Reviews, Prototyping, Systems Design, Technical Communication, Typography, Motion Graphics, Design Research, User Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Algorithmic Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Debugging, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Analysis, Solution Design, Design Strategies, Data Processing, Model Optimization, Bioinformatics, Scalability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Vibe Coding Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Vibe coding, Prompt Engineering Tools, User Requirements Documents, Secure Coding, Functional Requirement, Functional Specification, Development Environment, Hardening, Application Security, Software As A Service, Full-Stack Web Development, LLM Application, Software Development Tools, Web Development Tools, Application Development, Web Development, GitHub, Debugging, Version Control

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    AB-900: Copilot & Agent Administration Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Zero Trust Network Access, Microsoft Copilot, Endpoint Detection and Response, Authorization (Computing), Security Strategy, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Management, Endpoint Security, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Agentic Workflows, Data Loss Prevention, Security Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Authentications, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Cost Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Enterprise AI Governance, Ethics & Security

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Security, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Management, Generative AI, Security Strategy, Governance, Compliance Auditing, Data Quality, Regulatory Compliance, Data Governance, Internal Auditing, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Threat Modeling, Cloud Security, Policy Development, Cybersecurity, Stakeholder Management

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Functional Programming in Scala: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • IBM UI/UX Designer: IBM
  • Digital Product Management: University of Virginia
  • Introduction to Programming with Python and Java: University of Pennsylvania
  • Applied AI in Cybersecurity: Chegg Skills
  • Microsoft Cybersecurity Architecture: Microsoft
  • Cybersecurity for Business: University of Colorado System
  • Create High-Fidelity Designs and Prototypes in Figma: Google
  • Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
  • Vibe Coding Foundation: LearnKartS

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