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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 Michigan

    Navigating Disruption: Generative AI in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Security, Generative AI, Policy Development, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Regulatory Compliance, Labor Relations, Data Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Workforce Management, Journalism, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Analysis, Education and Training

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Function-Calling and Data Extraction with LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Tool Calling, AI Workflows, Hugging Face, Unstructured Data, SQL, Web Services, Prompt Engineering, AI Enablement, Database Management, Restful API, Data Processing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad de Palermo

    SQL para el desarrollo web

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, SQL, Database Design, Database Management, Databases, Back-End Web Development, Data Modeling, Data Entry, Query Languages, Web Development, Data Access, Data Integrity, Information Technology

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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Starting & Managing a Sustainable Hotel or Tourism Business

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Hotel Operations, Hospitality Management, Business Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Standards, Waste Minimization, Community Development, Environmental Resource Management, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Rust Programming Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Relational Databases, Other Programming Languages, Databases, Debugging, Programming Principles, Application Development, Secure Coding, SQL, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Interoperability, Software Development, File I/O, Command-Line Interface, Data Import/Export

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Advanced GenAI Development Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Generative AI, AI Enablement, API Design, AI Security, Software Development, Database Design, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Python for Beginners: Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Plot (Graphics), Programming Principles, Python Programming, Data Storage

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Edureka

    Containerization and Orchestration

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Prometheus (Software), Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, DevOps, Scalability, System Monitoring, Application Deployment, CI/CD, Microservices, Grafana, Continuous Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Data Persistence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Programming Reactive Systems (Scala 2 version)

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Scala Programming, Distributed Computing, Event-Driven Programming, System Design and Implementation, Microservices, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Cloud Computing, Software Design, Application Frameworks, Software Testing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Marketing: Building Iconic Brands

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Cultural Sensitivity, Marketing Management, Branding, Marketing Strategies, Market Analysis, Brand Management, Cultural Diversity, Product Marketing, Product Promotion, Market Opportunities, Strategic Planning

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Clase interactivas y dinámicas en Classroom

    Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Learning Management Systems, Virtual Environment, Education Software and Technology, Content Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Create an E-book Cover Using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Creative Design

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Navigating Disruption: Generative AI in the Workplace: University of Michigan
  • Function-Calling and Data Extraction with LLMs: DeepLearning.AI
  • SQL para el desarrollo web: Universidad de Palermo
  • Starting & Managing a Sustainable Hotel or Tourism Business: Coursera
  • Rust Programming Essentials: Pearson
  • Advanced GenAI Development Practices: SkillUp
  • Python for Beginners: Data Structures: Coursera
  • Containerization and Orchestration: Edureka
  • Programming Reactive Systems (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Global Marketing: Building Iconic Brands: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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