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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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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

      Skills you'll gain: Java, Debugging, Java Programming, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Solution Design, Data Manipulation, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Cyber Security Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Information Assurance, Encryption, Risk Management Framework, Data Integrity

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      205 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Advanced Git Features

      Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, DevOps, Application Security, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Continuous Delivery, Containerization, Security Testing, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Automation, Threat Detection, Collaborative Software, Incident Response

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Software Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Unit Testing, Verification And Validation, Test Automation, System Testing, Test Planning, Acceptance Testing, Testability, Test Case, Test Engineering, Code Coverage, Integration Testing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      794 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Installation, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Command-Line Interface

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      232K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Generative AI for Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Software Design Patterns, Large Language Modeling, Test Automation, Collaborative Software, Software Architecture, Software Testing, Debugging, Software Documentation, Dependency Analysis, Database Management, Technical Documentation, Software Systems, System Design and Implementation, Configuration Management, Generative AI, Software Engineering, Software Development, Code Review, Machine Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      616 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Web and AI Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Server Side, Application Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cyber Attacks, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Security Awareness, Data Security

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 4

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Patch Management, System Monitoring, Risk Management Framework, Event Monitoring, Cyber Risk, Threat Detection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon

      Introduction to Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Software Development, Software Engineering, Programming Principles

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      244 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Software Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Unified Modeling Language, Systems Architecture, Software Design, Software Systems, Solution Architecture, Software Visualization, Software Design Patterns, Software Technical Review, Maintainability, Object Oriented Design, Functional Requirement

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Cloud Security Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Virtualization, Firewall, Public Cloud, Encryption, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Integrity

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      Linux Security Basics and Beyond

      Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Linux Administration, Hardening, Linux Servers, Linux, OS Process Management, Linux Commands, Unix, User Accounts, Network Security, Application Security, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, File Systems, Authentications, Data Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Infrastructure Security, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, Network Administration

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software: Duke University
    • Cyber Security Fundamentals: University of London
    • Advanced Git Features: Board Infinity
    • Introduction to Software Testing: University of Minnesota
    • Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python): University of Michigan
    • Generative AI for Software Development: DeepLearning.AI
    • Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Web and AI Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • (SSCP) Systems Security Certified Practitioner: Unit 4: Pearson
    • Introduction to Software Development: Amazon
    • Software Architecture: University of Alberta

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