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Python for Cybersecurity Specialization
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Python for Cybersecurity Specialization

Master Python for a variety of cybersecurity tasks. This Specialization provides an application-driven introduction to using Python for cybersecurity.

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Howard Poston

Instructor: Howard Poston

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Specialization - 5 course series

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What you'll learn

  • Develop custom Python scripts to automate cybersecurity tasks.

  • Apply Python to meet objectives through the cybersecurity attack lifecycle.

  • Automate common cyberattack and defense activities with Python.

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4.5

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Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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