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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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    Coursera

    Cybersecurity in modern organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Responsible AI, Cyber Security Policies, Agile Product Development, Data Security, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Computer Security, Agile Methodology, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, TCP/IP, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Risk Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Linux, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Network Protocols, User Requirements Documents, Functional Specification, Electronic Components, Functional Requirement, OSI Models, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Python Programming

    4.7
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    21K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Meta

    Meta iOS Developer

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Restful API, User Research, Version Control, GitHub, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Apple iOS, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Swift Programming, User Interface (UI), Apple Xcode, Unix Commands, Persona (User Experience), Mobile Development, Javascript

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Chegg Skills

    AI-Enabled Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Information Systems Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Penetration Testing, Security Awareness, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Security, Authentications, Machine Learning, Network Security, Data Analysis, Automation, Risk Management, Prompt Engineering, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

    UI / UX Design

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona (User Experience), User Experience, Mockups, User Experience Design, UI/UX Strategy, Responsive Web Design, Web Design, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Adobe XD, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Web Design and Development, Layout Design, Usability, User Research

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    8.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Introductory C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, File I/O, Memory Management, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Testing, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Test Planning, Simulations, Test Case, System Programming, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Development, C and C++, Software Engineering, Problem Solving, Software Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    7.5K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    New York University

    Introduction to Cyber Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Security Engineering, Threat Modeling, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Computer Security, Exploitation techniques, Cryptography, Data Integrity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Wesleyan University

    Creative Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Storytelling, Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Writing, Content Creation, Creativity

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Test Driven Development (TDD), Cryptography, Development Testing, Test Script Development, Application Development, Transaction Processing, Emerging Technologies, Application Design, Application Frameworks, Cryptographic Protocols, Integrated Development Environments, Software Architecture, Network Protocols, Program Development, Distributed Computing, Cloud Platforms, Microsoft Azure, Development Environment, Web Development Tools

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Meta

    Meta Back-End Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Full-Stack Web Development, Restful API, Version Control, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Unix Commands, Back-End Web Development, API Testing, Relational Databases, Front-End Web Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Management Systems, Command-Line Interface, Database Management, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Cloud Hosting

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    10K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Secure AI by Design for GenAI Systems and Agentic Systems

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, DevSecOps, Threat Modeling, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Threat Management, Agentic systems, Security Testing, LLM Application, Security Strategy, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Cybersecurity in modern organizations: Coursera
  • An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT): University of California, Irvine
  • Meta iOS Developer: Meta
  • AI-Enabled Cybersecurity: Chegg Skills
  • UI / UX Design: California Institute of the Arts
  • Introductory C Programming: Duke University
  • Introduction to Cyber Attacks: New York University
  • Creative Writing: Wesleyan University
  • Blockchain: University at Buffalo
  • Meta Back-End Developer: Meta

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