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      Snowflake

      Advanced Data Engineering with Snowflake

      Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Databases, Data Pipelines, DevOps, CI/CD, Command-Line Interface, Version Control, System Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Build a Developer Portfolio with SvelteKit & Sanity CMS

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Software Design, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Content Management Systems, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Application Deployment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      MERN eCommerce from Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: React Redux, React.js, Node.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Application Deployment, JavaScript Frameworks, MongoDB, Web Applications, Authentications, Payment Systems, User Accounts, User Interface (UI), Database Development, Cloud Applications, Application Programming Interface (API)

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Software Development & APIs for Network Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Methodologies, Development Environment, Software Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Version Control, Agile Methodology, Software Design Patterns, JSON, Software Design, Network Engineering, Restful API, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Web Applications, TCP/IP, YAML, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Authentications

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      AWS: Analytics and Application Integration

      Skills you'll gain: AWS Kinesis, Amazon Web Services, Real Time Data, Apache Spark, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Processing, Dashboard, Full-Stack Web Development, Mobile Development Tools, Web Development Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Data Visualization

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Automating Image Creation with HashiCorp Packer for DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, Debugging, CI/CD, GitLab, Containerization, Ansible, Devops Tools, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Platforms, Amazon Web Services, Software Installation, Configuration Management, Command-Line Interface

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Scrimba

      Learn Express.js

      Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Server Side, Application Servers, Web Applications, Web Servers, Restful API, JSON, Middleware, API Design, Real Time Data, Routing Protocols

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      Managing Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Administration, Security Management, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, System Monitoring, Security Awareness, TCP/IP, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cloud Computing, Threat Detection

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      Whizlabs

      Information Systems Implementation and Business Resilience

      Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity Planning, Database Management, Database Administration, Problem Management, Relational Databases, Incident Management, Service Management, Information Systems, Software Development Methodologies, IT Management, Asset Management, Project Design, Object Oriented Design, Agile Methodology

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Everyday Excel, Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Management, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Data Validation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint

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      INSEAD

      Blockchain Revolution

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, Peer Review, FinTech, Intellectual Property, Business Transformation, Business Leadership, Governance, Plan Execution, Market Opportunities, Technology Strategies, Corporate Sustainability, Business Analysis, Business, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Business Modeling, Emerging Technologies, Cryptography, Identity and Access Management

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Generative AI for Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Database Design, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Database Systems, Collaborative Software, Software Testing, ChatGPT, Technical Documentation, Generative AI, Code Review, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, API Design, Dependency Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Security Testing, Software Development

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

    • Advanced Data Engineering with Snowflake: Snowflake
    • Build a Developer Portfolio with SvelteKit & Sanity CMS: Packt
    • MERN eCommerce from Scratch: Packt
    • Software Development & APIs for Network Engineers: Packt
    • AWS: Analytics and Application Integration: Whizlabs
    • Automating Image Creation with HashiCorp Packer for DevOps: Packt
    • Learn Express.js: Scrimba
    • Managing Network Security: Kennesaw State University
    • Information Systems Implementation and Business Resilience: Whizlabs
    • Everyday Excel, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder

    Frequently Asked Questions about Computer Security

    Coursera’s computer security courses teach critical skills needed to protect information and systems:

    • Fundamental principles of cybersecurity, including how to identify vulnerabilities
    • Techniques for securing networks, systems, and data from cyber threats
    • Best practices for implementing encryption and securing digital communications
    • Understanding of compliance and legal issues related to digital security
    • Incident response and how to manage breaches effectively
    • Use of cutting-edge tools for threat detection and cybersecurity forensics ‎

    No prior experience is required to get started with entry-level computer security courses on Coursera:

    • Beginners can start with introductory courses that provide a broad overview of cybersecurity concepts.
    • Those with some knowledge can choose courses that address more specific areas such as network security or ethical hacking.
    • Advanced courses are available for professionals seeking to specialize in areas like cybersecurity management or advanced forensics.‎

    Coursera offers various credentials to enhance your professional profile in computer security:

    • Professional certificates that help you develop foundational and advanced cybersecurity skills.
    • Specialized course certificates that focus on niche areas within computer security.
    • Credentials offered in conjunction with leading cybersecurity organizations and universities.

    These credentials are intended to help professionals demonstrate their qualifications and readiness to address cybersecurity challenges.‎

    Skills gained from Coursera’s computer security courses can lead to several career opportunities:

    • Cybersecurity Analyst, assessing security measures and responding to incidents
    • Information Security Manager, overseeing and securing organizational data
    • Network Security Engineer, designing and implementing secure network solutions
    • Forensic Computer Analyst, investigating cybercrimes and analyzing breaches
    • Security Consultant, providing expert advice on protecting against cyber threats ‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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