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    University of Michigan

    Python for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Processing, Data Store, Relational Databases, Data Visualization, JSON, Database Design, SQL, Network Protocols, Databases, Web Services, Restful API, Data Modeling, Programming Principles, Application Programming Interface (API), Database Management, Data Cleansing, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    279K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    EIT Digital

    Development of Secure Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Cryptography, Operating Systems, Network Architecture, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Web Services, Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Wireless Networks, Threat Modeling, System Programming, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, C (Programming Language), Real Time Data

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Applied DevOps Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, CI/CD, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Integration, Istio, Application Deployment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Kubernetes, Gherkin (Scripting Language), Jenkins, Agile Software Development, DevOps, Code Coverage, OpenShift, Cloud Applications, Behavior-Driven Development, Secure Coding, Grafana, System Monitoring, Agile Methodology

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    7.7K reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    IBM JavaScript Backend Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Node.JS, Containerization, Istio, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Responsive Web Design, NoSQL, OpenShift, Restful API, Git (Version Control System), Cloud Applications, Ajax, Grafana, Javascript, Azure DevOps, Engineering Software

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    8.3K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Restful API, Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, DevSecOps, Application Security, CI/CD, Application Programming Interface (API), Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Java Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    10K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Excel Skills for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Data Management, Business Intelligence Software, Consolidation, Data Integrity, Data Entry, Business Reporting, Productivity Software, Financial Modeling, Loans

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    63K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Status: AI skills
    AI skills
    M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft IT Support: Your Launchpad into Tech

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Network Security, Business Software, Computer Hardware, Cybersecurity, Microsoft Office, Desktop Support, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Collaborative Software, System Support, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Application Security, Microsoft Teams, Cloud Computing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
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    Packt

    CCNA Cybersecurity (200-201) - Video Training Series

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Endpoint Security, Threat Detection, Incident Response, Cyber Security Assessment, Malware Protection, Network Security, Security Management, Information Systems Security, Computer Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Management, Firewall, Network Analysis, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Status: AI skills
    AI skills
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    IBM

    IBM Relational Database Administrator with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Web Scraping, Linux Commands, Database Design, SQL, Database Administration, MySQL, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Database Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Store, Generative AI, Data Import/Export, Data Security

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    60K reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Information Management, Business Ethics, Performance Measurement, Compliance Management, Governance, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Installation, Development Environment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    232K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    Generative AI for Mobile App Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Mobile Development, Anthropic Claude, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Apple iOS, AI Product Strategy, Test Automation, Software Development, Machine Learning Methods, DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    10K reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Python for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • Development of Secure Embedded Systems: EIT Digital
  • IBM Applied DevOps Engineering: IBM
  • IBM JavaScript Backend Developer: IBM
  • Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers: IBM
  • Excel Skills for Business: Macquarie University
  • Microsoft IT Support: Your Launchpad into Tech: Microsoft
  • CCNA Cybersecurity (200-201) - Video Training Series: Packt
  • IBM Relational Database Administrator with GenAI: IBM
  • The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone: Kennesaw State University

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