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.

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Teaching, Writing, Literacy, Technology Strategies, Grammar, English Language, Language Competency, Language Learning, digital literacy, Vocabulary, Innovation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, USB, Electronic Systems, Simulations, Engineering Documentation, Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Electrical Power, Hardware Design, Electronics, Technical Communication, Electronics Engineering, electromagnetics, Electric Power Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Specifications
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Object-Relational Mapping, Cloud Security, Java, Scalability, Web Services, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, JSON, Security Controls, Data Security, Restful API, Web Applications, Object Oriented Design, Middleware, Database Design, Software Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Anthropic
Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Anthropic Claude, AI Workflows, Tool Calling, Program Development, Systems Architecture, Servers, Debugging, JSON, Development Environment, Document Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Debugging, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, Semantic Web, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Browser Compatibility, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Analytics and SEO, User Interface (UI), Development Testing, Data Validation, Javascript, Animations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux, User Accounts, Software Installation, Linux Administration, System Monitoring, File Management, Package and Software Management, Linux Commands, Operating System Administration, General Networking, Command-Line Interface, Authorization (Computing), UI Components
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Threat Detection, Security Controls, Threat Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewall, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Continuous Monitoring, Endpoint Security, Network Monitoring, Malware Protection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Apache Hive, Big Data, Database Design, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Databases, Apache Hadoop, Analytics, Social Media, Data Processing, Social Media Content, Data Management, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Transformation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Zero Trust Network Access, Cyber Attacks, Application Security, Cyber Risk, Computer Security, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Network Security, Encryption, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cryptography, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Objective-C (Programming Language), iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Apple iOS, Video Game Development, Game Design, Model View Controller, JSON, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Mobile Development, OAuth, Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, Animation and Game Design, Apple Xcode, Human Computer Interaction, UI/UX Strategy, Usability Testing
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of London
Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Data Collection, Classification Algorithms
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Network Administration, Software Installation, System Configuration, Cyber Security Policies, Authentications, Integration Testing, Linux
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months