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    Learn software security principles for protecting applications. Understand how to identify vulnerabilities, implement security measures, and perform security testing.

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      The University of Edinburgh

      How to Create an Online Course

      Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Learning Management Systems, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Curriculum Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Content, Learning Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Content Management, User Centered Design, Cultural Diversity, Technical Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      207 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Agile Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Engineering Management, Sprint Planning, Organizational Strategy, Software Development Methodologies, Virtual Teams, Leadership

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      400 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Database Structures and Management with MySQL

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Management, Stored Procedure, Database Design, Database Systems, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Development, Query Languages, Data Integrity, Data Validation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      515 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Nursing Informatics Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Nursing Administration, Nursing Management, Team Leadership, Health Informatics, Education and Training, Leadership, Nursing, Clinical Leadership, Health Care Administration, Learning Management Systems, Innovation, Education Software and Technology, Nursing Practices, Health Care, Medical History Documentation, Interpersonal Communications, Systems Thinking, Self-Awareness, Electronic Medical Record, Patient Safety

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      326 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Secure Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, DevSecOps, Security Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development, Software Configuration Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Testing, System Configuration, Threat Modeling, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Security, Risk Management Framework

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of Toronto

      GIS Data Acquisition and Map Design

      Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Data Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Metadata Management, Quantitative Research, Typography, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Design Elements And Principles

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      707 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Cybersecurity Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Secure Coding, Firewall, Application Security, Authentications, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Governance, Security Testing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      K

      Kennesaw State University

      The GRC Approach to Managing Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Risk Management Framework, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Controls, Information Privacy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      350 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Building Database Applications in PHP

      Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), MySQL, Database Application, Database Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Authentications, Web Applications, SQL, Server Side, Application Security

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Leeds

      Major Engineering Project Performance

      Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Project Portfolio Management, Engineering Management, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Performance, Project Risk Management, Cost Management, Performance Measurement, Timelines, Stakeholder Management, Scheduling, Analysis, Forecasting, Research, Presentations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      948 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Linux System Programming and Introduction to Buildroot

      Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Embedded Systems, Linux, Linux Commands, Unix, Operating Systems, Shell Script, File Systems, OS Process Management, Build Tools, C and C++, Debugging

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      132 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      SAP

      Becoming an SAP Professional

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, SAP Applications, Workforce Development, LinkedIn, Enterprise Resource Planning, Interviewing Skills, Business Development, Information Technology, Training Programs, Cloud Solutions

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      197 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • How to Create an Online Course: The University of Edinburgh
    • Agile Project Management: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Database Structures and Management with MySQL: Meta
    • Nursing Informatics Leadership: University of Minnesota
    • Secure Software Development: Packt
    • GIS Data Acquisition and Map Design: University of Toronto
    • Cybersecurity Architecture: IBM
    • The GRC Approach to Managing Cybersecurity: Kennesaw State University
    • Building Database Applications in PHP: University of Michigan
    • Major Engineering Project Performance: University of Leeds

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