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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


  • Status: Free
    Free
    U

    University of Virginia

    Bacterial Bioinformatics

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Analysis Software, Scientific Visualization, Taxonomy, Data Integration, Data Import/Export

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    294 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Machine Learning Pipelines with Azure ML Studio

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Microsoft Azure, No-Code Development, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Cloud Deployment, Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Data Science, Data Analysis, Classification Algorithms

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    821 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free
    Free
    L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    竞争策略(中文版)

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Game Theory, Competitive Analysis, New Product Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Go To Market Strategy, Product Design, Innovation, Market Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    500 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Full-Stack

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Programming Principles, Full-Stack Web Development, GitHub, Version Control, Program Development, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Git (Version Control System), Computer Programming, Algorithms, Web Development, C# (Programming Language), Back-End Web Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    171 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Cisco Certified DevNet Associate (200-901)

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Methodologies, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), CI/CD, Application Deployment, DevOps, Development Environment, Ansible, TCP/IP, Docker (Software), OSI Models, Cloud Infrastructure, General Networking, Computing Platforms, Application Programming Interface (API), Version Control, Network Administration, Software Design Patterns, JSON, Software-Defined Networking

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
    C

    Coursera

    VSCode for Developers: Set up a professional environment

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Debugging, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Software Development

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Data Pipelines with TensorFlow Data Services

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Pipelines, Data Import/Export, Tensorflow, Data Preprocessing, Data Processing, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Transfer Learning, Data Transformation, Data Sharing, Model Evaluation, Data Management, Performance Tuning

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    534 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Microsoft

    Automation and Scripting with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Git (Version Control System), Scripting, Version Control, Email Automation, Software Testing, Cloud API, Automation, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Scalability, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Productivity, File Management

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    L&T EduTech

    Infrastructure for Transportation Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, Building Services Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, HVAC, Traffic Flow Optimization, Transportation Operations, Architecture and Construction, Electrical Systems, Construction Management, Public Works, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Structural Analysis, Sustainable Engineering, Construction Estimating, Building Design, Land Development, Sustainable Development

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Microsoft

    Explore Core Data Concepts in Microsoft Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Data Processing, Databases, Database Systems, Data Storage, Database Management, Relational Databases, Query Languages, NoSQL, Transaction Processing, Data Management, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Unstructured Data, Data Visualization Software

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    480 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    R

    Rice University

    A Story of Economics: A Principles Tale

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Economic Development, Game Theory, Financial Policy, Tax, Market Analysis, International Relations, Operating Cost, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Metrics, Public Policies, Performance Metric, International Finance, Fiscal Management, Consumer Behaviour, Investments, Labor Relations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    145 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Getting Started in Port Scanning Using Nmap and Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, Configuration Management, System Configuration, Vulnerability Assessments, Firewall, Linux Commands, Servers, TCP/IP, Network Analysis, Software Versioning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Bacterial Bioinformatics: University of Virginia
  • Machine Learning Pipelines with Azure ML Studio: Coursera
  • 竞争策略(中文版): Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Foundations of Coding Full-Stack: Microsoft
  • Cisco Certified DevNet Associate (200-901): Packt
  • VSCode for Developers: Set up a professional environment: Coursera
  • Data Pipelines with TensorFlow Data Services: DeepLearning.AI
  • Automation and Scripting with Python: Microsoft
  • Infrastructure for Transportation Systems: L&T EduTech
  • Explore Core Data Concepts in Microsoft Azure: Microsoft

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