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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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      Johns Hopkins University

      Mastering Software Development in R

      Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Software Documentation, Open Source Technology, Tidyverse (R Package), Package and Software Management, Web Scraping, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Leaflet (Software), R Programming, Data Visualization, Datamaps, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Cleansing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Transformation, Scatter Plots, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), GitHub, Debugging

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      1.5K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Mastering the Software Engineering Interview

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Technical Communication, Adaptability, Algorithms, Overcoming Obstacles, Software Engineering, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Collaboration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      555 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Embedded Software Development with C

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Debugging, Peripheral Devices, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, System Programming, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Software Development Tools, Hardware Architecture, Data Structures, Hardware Troubleshooting, Microarchitecture, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning, Computer Architecture, C++ (Programming Language), Data Storage

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      216 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Python for Security

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Network Security, TCP/IP, Vulnerability Assessments, Servers, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, Program Development, Python Programming, Scripting

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Fortinet, Inc.

      Fortinet Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Network Routing, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Authentications, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Network Performance Management, Enterprise Security, Network Architecture, Security Management, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Cyber Security Strategy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM COBOL Software Development Process

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, z/OS, COBOL (Programming Language), Unit Testing, Systems Analysis, Systems Development, Pseudocode, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Software Design, Systems Architecture, Mainframe Computing, Programming Principles, Scrum (Software Development), Test Planning

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Google Workspace Security

      Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Google Workspace, Mobile Security, Security Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Data Security, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Continuous Monitoring, Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      801 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon

      Generative AI in Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Generative AI, Decision Support Systems, ChatGPT, Strategic Decision-Making, Software Development Tools, Microsoft Copilot, OpenAI, Business Transformation, Prompt Engineering, Automation, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence, User Interface (UI) Design, Debugging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ISC2

      Certified in Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Configuration Management, Governance, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Information Assurance, Data Security, Infrastructure Security, Risk Management Framework, Event Monitoring, Encryption, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Advancing Women in Tech

      Leadership Principles for Software Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Engineering Management, Recruitment, Management Training And Development, Employee Retention, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Talent Acquisition, People Management, Team Management, Software Engineering, Leadership, Program Management, Cloud Engineering, Interviewing Skills, Business Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      Software Development on SAP HANA

      Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, SAP Applications, Systems Architecture, Systems Development, Enterprise Resource Planning, Data Migration, Software Development Methodologies, Database Systems, Business Process, Business Analytics, Organizational Structure, Real Time Data

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Security Governance & Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, NIST 800-53, Security Controls, Procedure Development, Data Governance, Program Standards, Computer Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      169 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Mastering Software Development in R: Johns Hopkins University
    • Mastering the Software Engineering Interview: University of California San Diego
    • Embedded Software Development with C: EDUCBA
    • Python for Security: Packt
    • Fortinet Network Security: Fortinet, Inc.
    • IBM COBOL Software Development Process: IBM
    • Google Workspace Security: Google Cloud
    • Generative AI in Software Development: Amazon
    • Certified in Cybersecurity: ISC2
    • Leadership Principles for Software Engineers: Advancing Women in Tech

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