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.

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Remote Access Systems, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, General Networking, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Networking Hardware, Network Administration, Network Security, Network Infrastructure, Network Model, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Routers, Network Routing, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Animations, Game Design, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Cloud Infrastructure, Microsoft Azure, Virtual Machines, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Active Directory, Infrastructure Security, Virtual Networking, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cloud Storage, Virtualization, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Application Performance Management, Network Security, Disaster Recovery
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, MongoDB, IBM Cognos Analytics, Extract, Transform, Load, NoSQL, Apache Spark, IBM DB2, Big Data, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, PySpark, Data Pipelines, Analytics, Databases, Database Design, Data Architecture, Apache Airflow, Relational Databases, SQL, Python Programming
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Management, SQL, Databases, Database Design, Database Management Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Information Systems, MySQL, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Transaction Processing, Information Systems Security, Performance Tuning, Conceptual Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Emerging Technologies, Technical Communication, Physical Science, Computational Thinking, Image Analysis, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Data Analysis Software
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Management, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Excel Formulas, Data Entry, Productivity Software, Computer Literacy
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, AI Security, AI Enablement, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, AI Product Strategy, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Business Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Analytical Skills, Strategic Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Design Thinking, Thought Leadership, Project Implementation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Metasploit, Public Key Infrastructure, Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cryptography, Cyber Threat Hunting, Mobile Security, Cyber Operations, Security Testing, Brute-force attacks, Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, Operating Systems
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Productivity Software, Debugging, Automation, Strategic Decision-Making, Programming Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, User Story, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Estimation, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Product Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Waterfall Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Project Performance, Kanban Principles, Product Management, Project Management, Prioritization, Estimation, Problem Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C (Programming Language), Debugging, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures, Game Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months