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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.


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Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Building Smarter Software: GenAI Tools and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Test Tools, Prompt Engineering, Version Control, OpenAI API, Debugging, Google Gemini, Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Design, Software Testing, GitLab, Responsible AI, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Application Programming Interface (API), Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Application Development, GitHub, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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    114 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Advanced System Security Topics

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Geographic Information Systems, Encryption, Data Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Web Components, Public Key Infrastructure, Wireless Networks

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    377 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Software Developer Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Software, Software Development, Interviewing Skills, Software Engineering, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Application Development, DevOps, Professionalism, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Communication, Cloud Computing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    345 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Linux Foundation

    Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Open Source Technology, Git (Version Control System), Linux, Command-Line Interface, Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Unix Commands, GitHub, Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux Commands, User Accounts, CI/CD, Shell Script, System Configuration, Collaborative Software, Scripting, Software Development Tools, Software Versioning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    3.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Cyber Security in Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Incident Response, Vulnerability Assessments, Software Development Life Cycle, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Cloud Security, Authentications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    658 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security Manager Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Cyber Governance, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Attacks, Security Management, Security Strategy, Culture Transformation, Cyber Security Policies, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Mobile Security, Threat Detection, Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security Assessment

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Computer Hardware, Computer Literacy, Computer Graphics, Computer Systems, Graphics Software, Spreadsheet Software, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    SOAR for Enterprise Security

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, Threat Management, Security Strategy, Event Monitoring, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Attacks, Continuous Monitoring, Enterprise Security, Security Awareness, Cyber Operations, Information Technology Operations, Automation, Systems Integration

    4.9
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Data, Security, and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Systems Development, Data Security, System Design and Implementation, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, Safety and Security, Information Technology, Information Privacy, Computer Literacy, Software Development Tools, Technology Strategies

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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Security Assessment and Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Management, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Security Requirements Analysis, White-Box Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Exploitation techniques, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Unix, Computer Security, Network Monitoring, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cryptographic Protocols, Network Protocols, Cryptography, Security Awareness, Generative AI Agents, Server Side, Web Applications, Machine Learning Algorithms

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnKartS

    System & Network Security Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security, Threat Modeling, Penetration Testing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Exploitation techniques, Firewall, Threat Detection, Brute-force attacks, Internet Of Things, Network Protocols, Network Analysis

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Building Smarter Software: GenAI Tools and Practices: Coursera
  • Advanced System Security Topics: University of Colorado System
  • Software Developer Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM
  • Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git: The Linux Foundation
  • Cyber Security in Manufacturing : University at Buffalo
  • Cyber Security Manager Certificate: Macquarie University
  • Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • SOAR for Enterprise Security: Codio
  • Data, Security, and Privacy: University of California, Irvine
  • Security Assessment and Testing: Packt

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