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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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    University of California, Irvine

    An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Systems, Linux, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Basic Electrical Systems, Automation Engineering, User Requirements Documents, Electronics, Functional Requirement, Operating System Administration, Electronic Components, Systems Design, Operating Systems, Requirements Analysis, Network Protocols, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Applied Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Brute-force attacks, Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Data Integrity, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Information Assurance, Data Security, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Washington

    Programming Languages, Part A

    Skills you'll gain: Software Installation, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Functional Design, Computer Programming, Ruby (Programming Language), Theoretical Computer Science, Software Design, Computational Thinking

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    CompTIA CASP+ (CAS-004)

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Public Key Infrastructure, IT Security Architecture, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Management, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Security, Hardening, Security Engineering, Software-Defined Networking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Building Autonomous AI Agents

    Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, CrewAI, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, LangChain, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), LLM Application, Systems Integration, Tool Calling, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Human Factors (Security), Data Ethics, Context Management, Restful API

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Workday

    Workday Student for Business Users

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Workday (Software), Registration, Business Process, Workflow Management, Business Reporting, Data Entry, Organizational Structure, Business Analytics, No-Code Development, Enterprise Resource Planning, Data Management, Data Security

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Big Data, Apache Spark, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cloud Platforms, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, File Systems, Apache Hadoop, Cloud Applications, Apache Mahout, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Storage, Middleware, Software-Defined Networking, NoSQL

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Enterprise Product Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Product Development, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Market Research, Microsoft 365, Product Requirements, Technical Product Management, AI Product Strategy, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Product Strategy, Compliance Management, Competitive Analysis, Enterprise Security, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Management, Value Propositions, Prioritization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Cloud and Hybrid Applications and Media Resources

    Skills you'll gain: Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Computing, Key Management, Session Initiation Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Network Monitoring, Cloud Security, Collaborative Software, Systems Integration, Live Streaming, Telecommunications, Encryption, Communication Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Adobe

    Adobe Graphic Designer: Design that Demands Attention

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Express, Adobe Photoshop, Responsible AI, Logo Design, Digital Design, Layout Design, Generative AI, Graphic Design, Graphics Software, Adobe Firefly, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Productivity Software, Visual Design, File Management, Process Design, Design Reviews, Prompt Engineering, Branding, Storytelling

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative AI for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, AI Product Strategy, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Cloud Applications, Social Impact

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Dashboard, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Tableau Software, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Analytics, Data Visualization, Business Process Improvement, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication

    4.6
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT): University of California, Irvine
  • Applied Cryptography: University of Colorado System
  • Programming Languages, Part A: University of Washington
  • CompTIA CASP+ (CAS-004): Packt
  • Building Autonomous AI Agents: Edureka
  • Workday Student for Business Users: Workday
  • Cloud Computing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Enterprise Product Management Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Cloud and Hybrid Applications and Media Resources: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Adobe Graphic Designer: Design that Demands Attention: Adobe

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