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      Google Cloud

      Logging and Monitoring in Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Application Performance Management, System Monitoring, Google Cloud Platform, Event Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Data Access, Query Languages

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      218 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Business Process Modelling

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Business Process, Process Design, Process Flow Diagrams, Process Analysis, Process Mapping, Business Modeling, Business Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Technical Documentation, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Fundamentals: Core Infrastructure 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Applications, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Containerization, Network Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Virtual Machines, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Load Balancing, Scalability

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      706 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Computing Concepts: Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, File Systems, Cloud Computing, Operating Systems, Transaction Processing, Network Security, Data Centers, Authorization (Computing), Apache Hadoop, Data Store, Authentications, Cryptography, NoSQL, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      319 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Introduction to Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, OSI Models, TCP/IP, Threat Modeling, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Network Architecture, Cryptographic Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Infrastructure

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Snowflake

      Intro to Snowflake for Devs, Data Scientists, Data Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Lakes, Data Warehousing, SQL, Data Pipelines, Cloud Applications, Extract, Transform, Load, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Stored Procedure, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Food and Beverage, Environment, Public Health, Health Disparities, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      188 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Measuring and Maximizing Impact of COVID-19 Contact Tracing

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Technical Communication, Exploratory Data Analysis, Public Health, Data Analysis Software, Decision Support Systems

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Cybersecurity and Privacy

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cybersecurity, Multi-Factor Authentication, Authentications, Information Systems Security, Desktop Support, Network Security, Technical Support and Services, Information Privacy, Servers, Cloud Computing, Encryption, Identity and Access Management, Mac OS

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Cisco Learning and Certifications

      Network Automation Engineering Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Development Environment, Postman API Platform, Restful API, Authentications, YAML, Software Development Methodologies, Software-Defined Networking, CI/CD, DevOps, IT Automation, Network Engineering, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Application Programming Interface (API), Scripting, JSON, Data Modeling, Network Protocols, Network Routing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      130 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Back-End Developer Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Django (Web Framework), Git (Version Control System), Full-Stack Web Development, Server Side, API Design, Application Development, Restful API, Unit Testing, MySQL, User Accounts, Software Testing, Web Applications, Databases

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      AI for Knowledge Workers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Artificial Neural Networks, Brainstorming, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Workforce Development, Content Creation, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy, Safety and Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Logging and Monitoring in Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Business Process Modelling: Starweaver
    • Google Cloud Fundamentals: Core Infrastructure 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Cloud Computing Concepts: Part 2: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Network Security: University of London
    • Intro to Snowflake for Devs, Data Scientists, Data Engineers: Snowflake
    • Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets: Johns Hopkins University
    • Measuring and Maximizing Impact of COVID-19 Contact Tracing: Johns Hopkins University
    • Cybersecurity and Privacy: Microsoft
    • Network Automation Engineering Fundamentals: Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Skills you can learn in Computer Security And Networks

    Cybersecurity (33)
    Google (25)
    Google Cloud Platform (17)
    Internet (17)
    Cryptography (16)
    Network Security (16)
    Linux (12)
    Software Testing (12)
    Information Security (10)
    Application Programming Interfaces (8)
    Kubernetes (8)
    Web (8)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Application Security

    Application security is the term for the security measures taken to make sure data and code within an application are safeguarded from being accessed by unauthorized users or hackers. It's a process that involves developing, adding security features, and testing those features to mitigate risks and guard against threats that have been identified. Application security is critical because of the vulnerabilities of apps, particularly at the network or cloud level. There's increasing pressure from businesses and consumers to maximize security both at the network level and within apps to protect against hacker attacks. Various types of application security include authentication, authorization, encryption, logging, and testing.‎

    If you're interested in helping to guard against the malicious attacks that applications are vulnerable to, learning about application security is a must. Most employers don't have the time for employees to learn the necessary skills on the job. Having firsthand knowledge and a strong grasp of skills like application security testing, computer security incident management, threat intelligence, and digital forensics helps set you firmly on the path to shifting or advancing your IT career. For aspiring developers and app startups, application security is essential for protecting brand image, building consumer confidence, and safeguarding data for your business and your customers.‎

    A career as an application security engineer, application security analyst, or application security manager is only a sampling of the ways you can leverage your skills and knowledge. For example, if you're passionate about helping to shape policy, you might work within software development, helping to architect the process to weave security standards into development. If you prefer working independently, you could become a consultant to companies across all industries, helping them identify security risks and implement security measures to guard against them. Some of the tech giants, including Amazon and Google, actively seek candidates with in-depth knowledge of mobile and Android application architecture, programming languages like Java and .NET, and the ability to think beyond firewalls to pinpoint potential problems and innovate solutions. Similarly, there's demand in finance, healthcare, and the government for application security professionals.‎

    Courses, Guided Projects, and Specializations on Coursera empower you with a solid foundation in key application security concepts like cloud infrastructure security, securing virtual environments, and endpoint device security to help you start your career in the field or advance your skills. If you're just starting out in the field, you can gain a grasp of the fundamentals with courses like Systems and Application Security offered in partnership with (ISC)2 or Security Analyst Fundamentals, offered by IBM. As you gain proficiency, you'll have the option to move on to Guided Projects to gain active experience in Web Application Security Testing with OWASP ZAP or Burp Suite. Interested in gaining a professional certificate? Opt for a Google Cloud Security from Google Cloud or a Cybersecurity MasterTrack Certificate from Arizona State University.‎

    Online Application Security courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your existing knowledge or learn new Application Security skills. With a wide range of Application Security classes, you can conveniently learn at your own pace to advance your Application Security career skills.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Application Security, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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