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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 Leeds

    How to Get Into Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Back-End Web Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arm

    Arm Cortex-M Architecture and Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Performance Tuning, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Memory Management, Microarchitecture, Software Development, Hardware Architecture, Debugging, System Software, Secure Coding, Build Tools, Application Security, Computer Architecture, System Configuration, Programming Principles, C (Programming Language), Digital Signal Processing, Real-Time Operating Systems

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Introduction to Software Development and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Project Risk Management, Application Design, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design, Application Development, Program Development, Business Logic, User Experience Design, Systems Development, Software Development, Business Architecture, Usability, User Centered Design

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Homeland Security and Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Operations, Security Management, Cyber Governance, Continuous Monitoring, Incident Response, Technology Roadmaps, Network Infrastructure, Technology Solutions, Transportation Operations, Threat Management, Computer Security

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    632 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    SkillUp

    Using GenAI in Modern Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Prompt Engineering, AI Integrations, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI literacy, AI Workflows, Application Development, Code Review, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Computer Hardware, Computer Literacy, Computer Graphics, Computer Systems, Graphics Software, Spreadsheet Software, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphical Tools, Document Management, Graphic and Visual Design Software, System Software

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Cyber Security in Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Incident Response, Cyber Attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Software Development Life Cycle, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Assessment, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Information Assurance, Network Security

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ISC2

    Security Concepts and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Security Awareness, Change Control, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Information Assurance, Data Security, Safety and Security, Cyber Security Policies, Data Ethics, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Security Assessment, Data Integrity, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    New York University

    Enterprise and Infrastructure Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Attacks, Infrastructure Security, Mobile Security, Enterprise Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Security, NIST 800-53, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, Blockchain, Internet Of Things, Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Data Integrity

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    683 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Advanced Architectures in Embedded Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Software Architecture, Code Reusability, Embedded Systems, Memory Management, Systems Architecture, Software Design, Software Design Patterns, Performance Tuning, Safety Assurance, Software Testing, Secure Coding, Scalability, Data Sharing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dell

    Dell Technologies Technical Support for Software

    Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Operating Systems, Operating System Administration, Help Desk Support, Technical Support, System Support, Technical Support and Services, Remote Access Systems, Debugging, Computing Platforms, Issue Tracking, Performance Tuning, Software Installation, Patch Management, Microsoft Office

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Software Development & APIs for Network Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Methodologies, Development Environment, Software Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Version Control, Software Design Patterns, JSON, Maintainability, Network Engineering, Software Development Tools, API Testing, Restful API, Data Import/Export, Git (Version Control System), Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Computer Programming Tools, Devops Tools, Extensible Languages and XML, YAML, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • How to Get Into Software Development: University of Leeds
  • Arm Cortex-M Architecture and Software Development: Arm
  • Introduction to Software Development and Applications: Northeastern University
  • Homeland Security and Cybersecurity: University of Colorado System
  • Using GenAI in Modern Software Development: SkillUp
  • Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Cyber Security in Manufacturing : University at Buffalo
  • Security Concepts and Practices: ISC2
  • Enterprise and Infrastructure Security: New York University
  • Advanced Architectures in Embedded Software Design: Coursera

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