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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    System Issues in Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Cloud-Native Computing, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Distributed Computing, Application Development, Cloud Management, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Performance Management, Data Store, Network Architecture, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Network Infrastructure, Internet Of Things, Data Centers, Computer Networking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    406 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Use Cases, the Future of 5G, and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Wireless Networks, Cybersecurity, Telecommunications, Technology Roadmaps, Technology Strategies, Automation, Real Time Data

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v.12

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Vulnerability Assessments, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Network Security, Cryptography, Exploit development, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cloud Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    SAP

    Foundations of Business Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, SAP Signavio, Business Systems Analysis, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Applications, Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Business Analytics, Business Requirements, ChatGPT, Requirements Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Agile Methodology, Waterfall Methodology, Communication, Critical Thinking

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    86 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Introduction to Technical Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Software Documentation, Technical Communication, Professional Networking, Writing and Editing, Writing, Collaborative Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Portfolio Management, Target Audience, Visual Design, Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Multimedia, Content Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    401 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    EDUCBA

    Embedded C Programming Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Debugging, Embedded Systems, Integrated Development Environments, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Software Development Tools, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    University of Alberta

    Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Computer Programming, Program Development, Software Engineering, Python Programming, Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Pseudocode, Data Structures, Application Design, Debugging, Computer Science, Test Planning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    233 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Cybersecurity Architecture Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Threat Modeling, Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Threat Management, Network Security, Systems Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Solution Architecture, Endpoint Security, Data Security, Risk Analysis, Remote Access Systems, Case Studies, Risk Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
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    Microsoft

    Build a computer vision app with Azure Cognitive Services

    Skills you'll gain: Application Programming Interface (API), Microsoft Azure, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Accounts, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing, Software Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    389 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Microsoft

    Data for Business Analysts Using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Business Metrics, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    274 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Michigan State University

    Principles of Photo Composition and Digital Image Post-Production

    Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Photography, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Digital Design, File Management, Adobe Creative Cloud, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of California, Irvine

    Programming for the Internet of Things Project

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Functional Requirement, Systems Design, System Requirements, System Design and Implementation, Software Design, Prototyping, Technical Design, Conceptual Design, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    946 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • System Issues in Cloud Computing: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Use Cases, the Future of 5G, and Beyond: LearnQuest
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v.12: Packt
  • Foundations of Business Analysis: SAP
  • Introduction to Technical Writing: Board Infinity
  • Embedded C Programming Essentials: EDUCBA
  • Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games: University of Alberta
  • Cybersecurity Architecture Fundamentals: Packt
  • Build a computer vision app with Azure Cognitive Services: Microsoft
  • Data for Business Analysts Using Microsoft Excel: Microsoft

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