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    EDUCBA

    Python Hacking & Cryptography Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Secure Coding, Application Security, File Management, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Structures, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Application Development

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Program Development, Bioinformatics, Data Storage, Development Testing, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Programming Principles, File Systems, Computer Programming, Python Programming, C and C++, Java, Rust (Programming Language), Javascript, Software Testing, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Programming APIs with C# and .NET

    Skills you'll gain: GraphQL, API Design, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud API, ASP.NET, Authentications, Data Validation, .NET Framework, Authorization (Computing), C# (Programming Language), Web Services, Serverless Computing, Software Documentation, Microsoft Azure, Software Architecture, Server Side

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Cybersecurity Governance: 16 Steps with NIST & ISO

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, ISO/IEC 27001, Continuous Monitoring, NIST 800-53, Compliance Management, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Incident Response, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Data Governance, Event Monitoring, Cloud Management, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, IT Management, Information Privacy, Security Awareness

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Introduction to Detection and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Document Management, NIST 800-53

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Network Engr

    Skills you'll gain: Application Performance Management, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Load Balancing, System Monitoring, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Firewall, Cloud Computing Architecture, Containerization, Network Architecture, Network Security, Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Network Routing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    50K reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    AI CERTs

    Bitcoin Integration & Future Trends

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Security, Software Development Tools, Blockchain, Application Development, Systems Integration, Cryptography, Solution Architecture, Scripting, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Scalability

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    Fundamentos de Excel para Negocios

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Entry, Productivity Software, Presentations, Data Management, Financial Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    5.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI SQL Database Specialist with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Database Design, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Data Migration, Generative AI, Software Documentation, SQL, Dashboard, Artificial Intelligence, Database Management, Data Visualization, Large Language Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Analysis, Automation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Kali Linux: Ethical Hacking & Pentesting

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Malware Protection, Exploitation techniques, Database Management, Security Testing, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Hardening, Threat Detection, Data Import/Export, Public Key Infrastructure, MySQL, Linux, Linux Administration

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Google Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Database Design, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Extract, Transform, Load, Tableau Software, Databases, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Data Pipelines, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Interviewing Skills, Business Process, Business Analysis, Professional Development, Google Gemini, Data Analysis, SQL

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    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    5.8K reviews

    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    The State University of New York

    International Cyber Conflicts

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, International Relations, Cyber Operations, Cyber Governance, Network Infrastructure, Conflict Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Management, Political Sciences, Media and Communications, Psychology

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Python Hacking & Cryptography Mastery: EDUCBA
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: University of California San Diego
  • Programming APIs with C# and .NET: Packt
  • Cybersecurity Governance: 16 Steps with NIST & ISO: Starweaver
  • Introduction to Detection and Incident Response: Google
  • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Network Engr: Google Cloud
  • Bitcoin Integration & Future Trends: AI CERTs
  • Fundamentos de Excel para Negocios: Universidad Austral
  • Generative AI SQL Database Specialist with ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
  • Kali Linux: Ethical Hacking & Pentesting: EDUCBA

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