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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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      Google

      Introduction to AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Automation, Human Machine Interfaces, Innovation, Critical Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      3.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Secure Coding Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Secure Coding, Security Strategy, Cryptography, Authentications, Application Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Encryption, Programming Principles, Software Design, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Testing, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Java, Data Security, Linux, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      596 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      R Programming

      Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Software Installation, Statistical Programming, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning, Simulations, Debugging, Scripting, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Structures

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      22K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of Colorado System

      Secure Software Design

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design Patterns, Application Security, Software Design, Unit Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Unified Modeling Language, Threat Modeling, Relational Databases, Vulnerability Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Databases, Systems Development Life Cycle, Technical Design, Software Architecture, Software Visualization, Software Testing, Design Software, Functional Design, Security Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      436 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Cloud Architecture Design Patterns

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Software Architecture, Cloud Services, Load Balancing, Software Design Patterns, Scalability, Serverless Computing, Microservices, Event-Driven Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      R

      Rice University

      Business Statistics and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Business Analytics, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Statistics, Histogram, Pivot Tables And Charts, Forecasting, Risk Analysis, Probability Distribution, Graphing, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Scatter Plots, Analytics, Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Project Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Agile Software Development, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Project Documentation, Project Closure, Sprint Planning, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Planning, Earned Value Management, Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Risk Management, Leadership, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.1K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Introduction to Programming with MATLAB

      Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Mathematical Software, Programming Principles, Debugging, Data Structures, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Data Import/Export, Linear Algebra, UI Components, File Management, Engineering Calculations, Plot (Graphics), Data Management, Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Codio

      Software Testing for Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Software Testing, Test Tools, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, Cucumber (Software), Performance Testing, Selenium (Software), Acceptance Testing, Test Planning, Functional Testing, Test Case, Test Automation, Postman API Platform, Behavior-Driven Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Javascript

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Creative Writing

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Editing, Writing, Peer Review, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Constructive Feedback, Content Creation, Persistence, Design Research, Creativity, Creative Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      6.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Business Analytics with Excel: Elementary to Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Microsoft Excel, Data Presentation, Operations Research, Regression Analysis, Excel Formulas, Statistical Visualization, Pivot Tables And Charts, Business Analytics, Business Analysis, Business Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Resource Allocation, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Methods, Financial Modeling, Process Optimization, Complex Problem Solving, Transportation Operations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      HTML, CSS, and Javascript for Web Developers

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Design and Development, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, Software Development Tools, Semantic Web

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Introduction to AI: Google
    • Secure Coding Practices: University of California, Davis
    • R Programming: Johns Hopkins University
    • Secure Software Design: University of Colorado System
    • Cloud Architecture Design Patterns: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Business Statistics and Analysis: Rice University
    • IBM Project Manager: IBM
    • Introduction to Programming with MATLAB: Vanderbilt University
    • Software Testing for Developers: Codio
    • Creative Writing: Wesleyan University

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