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    Learn application security principles to protect software from vulnerabilities. Understand secure coding practices and threat modeling.

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    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Building and Pitching Marketing Campaigns in Tech Industries

      Skills you'll gain: Customer experience strategy (CX), Technical Management, Media Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Campaign Management, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Management, Marketing and Public Relations, Supply Chain Management, Marketing Budgets, Loyalty Programs, Business Operations, Presentations, Financial Forecasting, Brand Management, Revenue Management, Sales Strategy, Advertising

      Build toward a degree

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      A

      Amazon Web Services

      AWS CloudTrail Getting Started

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Identity and Access Management, Event Monitoring, Cloud Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Response, Continuous Monitoring

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Analyzing Findings with Security Command Center

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Sharing, Cloud Security

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
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      Packt

      Advanced Linux Administration and Shell Scripting

      Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Linux, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, Unix, Unix Shell, Systems Administration, Package and Software Management, Unix Commands, Authorization (Computing), Patch Management, Scripting Languages, Security Controls, Scripting, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Hardening, IT Automation

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Develop No-Code Chat Apps with AppSheet

      Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Google Workspace, Application Development, Automation, Command-Line Interface

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      T

      Tencent Cloud

      Tencent Cloud Developer Associate

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Applications, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Application Development, Microservices, Distributed Computing, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Migration, Other Mobile Programming Languages, Artificial Intelligence

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Advanced Network Analysis and Incident Response

      Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Anomaly Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, Network Security, Network Monitoring, NIST 800-53, Cloud Security

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Salesforce Design Mastery: CRM Customization

      Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Salesforce Development, Force.com, Customer Relationship Management, Data Security, Secure Coding, Automation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Introduction to Software-Defined (SD) Branch

      Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Computer Networking, Local Area Networks, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Wide Area Networks, Virtualization, Scalability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      Indian Institute of Science

      Designing a MEMS-Based Sensor for Exhaled Breath Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Documentation, Electronics Engineering, Technical Documentation, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Technical Communication, Medical Equipment and Technology, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Health Technology, Engineering Design Process, Semiconductors, Embedded Systems, Medical Science and Research, Clinical Research, Laboratory Equipment, Manufacturing Processes, Prototyping

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Implementing Security in Dataplex

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Data Lakes, Cloud Storage, Data Security, Data Access, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Chatbots Development with Amazon Lex

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Amazon S3, Serverless Computing, Application Deployment, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Python Programming, Cloud Services

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Building and Pitching Marketing Campaigns in Tech Industries: University of Colorado Boulder
    • AWS CloudTrail Getting Started: Amazon Web Services
    • Analyzing Findings with Security Command Center: Google Cloud
    • Advanced Linux Administration and Shell Scripting: Packt
    • Develop No-Code Chat Apps with AppSheet: Google Cloud
    • Tencent Cloud Developer Associate: Tencent Cloud
    • Advanced Network Analysis and Incident Response: Johns Hopkins University
    • Salesforce Design Mastery: CRM Customization: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to Software-Defined (SD) Branch: LearnQuest
    • Designing a MEMS-Based Sensor for Exhaled Breath Analysis: Indian Institute of Science

    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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