ASP.NET Core 2 Authentication Playbook from Pluralsight

There are many ways to do authentication in ASP.NET Core 2.0, and it is sometimes hard to figure out how to set it up. This course aims to simplify that by providing walk throughs of setting up different kinds of authentication and authorization.

ASP.NET Core 2.0 has changed the way you add authentication and authorization to your applications, and it can be a bit hard to figure out how to do it. This course, ASP.NET Core 2 Authentication Playbook, tries to make this easier by showing you step by step walkthroughs of how you set it up. You will learn how to set up several different kinds of authentication, ranging from local logins to Azure AD. You will also get to see how you can add authorization to your application to make sure that you not only know who the user is, but also can control what he or she is allowed to do. Finally, we will cover using social identity providers like Facebook and Twitter, and the process of letting 3rd party identity providers handle the problems involved in storing user credentials. Each module is aimed to be self contained, and show one particular thing, making it easy to figure out what parts you want to explore. By the end of this course you’ll learn everything you need to know to authenticate and authorize users for your ASP.NET Core applications.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Course Introduction

Using Local Logins

Using Social Logins

Supporting Multiple Social Login Providers

Requesting Extra User Information While Using Social Logins

Authenticating Users Using Azure AD

Authenticating Users Using Azure AD B2C

Authenticating Users Using OpenID Connect and IdentityServer

Securing APIs with Tokens

Using OpenID Connect Hybrid Flow to Call APIs on Behalf of the User

Combining Different Authentication Methods in the Same Application

Doing Claims Transformation

Setting up Authorization

Creating a Custom Authorization Service

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops authentication and authorization skills, which are core to web development

Examines industry-standard authentication and authorization for web applications

Covers a wide range of authentication and authorization methods, allowing learners to choose the best approach for their needs

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in ASP.NET Core 2 Authentication Playbook with these activities:

Review the basics of ASP.NET Core

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Reviewing the fundamentals will help you refresh your knowledge of ASP.NET Core and make the course material more accessible.

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Read through the ASP.NET Core documentation
Create a simple ASP.NET Core application
Deploy your application to a web server

Authentication Resources Collection

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Organize and expand your understanding of authentication mechanisms by compiling a collection of useful resources, including documentation, tutorials, and blog posts.

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Gather resources related to ASP.NET Core 2 authentication.
Organize the resources into categories.
Share the compilation with peers or online communities.

Find a mentor who can provide guidance on ASP.NET Core authentication

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Finding a mentor can provide you with personalized guidance and support as you learn about ASP.NET Core authentication.

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Identify potential mentors
Reach out to potential mentors
Build a relationship with your mentor

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Follow a tutorial on ASP.NET Core authentication

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Following a tutorial will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to implement authentication in your ASP.NET Core application.

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Find a tutorial that covers the type of authentication you want to implement
Follow the tutorial's instructions
Test your implementation

Authentication Concepts Practice

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Reinforce your understanding of key authentication and authorization concepts by completing practice quizzes and exercises.

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Take a practice quiz on authentication concepts.
Complete a coding exercise to implement a simple authentication mechanism.

Attend a study group or online forum dedicated to ASP.NET Core authentication

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Attending a study group or online forum will allow you to connect with other learners and discuss ASP.NET Core authentication.

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Find a study group or online forum dedicated to ASP.NET Core authentication
Participate in discussions
Ask questions
Help other learners

Authentication and Authorization Discussion Group

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Engage with peers to exchange knowledge, clarify concepts, and discuss best practices for authentication and authorization in ASP.NET Core 2 applications.

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Join an online or in-person discussion group focused on ASP.NET Core 2 authentication and authorization.
Participate in discussions, ask questions, and share your experiences.

Practice implementing different types of authentication in ASP.NET Core

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Practicing implementing different types of authentication will help you become more proficient in using ASP.NET Core authentication.

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Create a new ASP.NET Core application
Implement a different type of authentication in each application
Test your implementations

ASP.NET Core 2 Authentication Setup

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Develop a deeper understanding of how to set up various authentication mechanisms in ASP.NET Core 2 by setting up a sample project.

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Create a new ASP.NET Core 2 project.
Configure authentication services in the Startup class.
Implement the authentication middleware in the Configure method.
Test the authentication flow by creating a login page and a protected resource page.

Social Login Integration with IdentityServer4

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Expand your knowledge of social login integration by following guided tutorials on setting up IdentityServer4 with popular social providers like Facebook and Twitter.

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Find a tutorial on integrating IdentityServer4 with a social login provider.
Follow the tutorial steps to configure IdentityServer4 and the social login provider.
Test the social login integration by logging in with a social account.

Create a blog post or article on ASP.NET Core authentication

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Creating a blog post or article will help you solidify your understanding of ASP.NET Core authentication by explaining it to others.

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Choose a topic for your blog post or article
Research your topic
Write your blog post or article
Publish your blog post or article

Custom Authorization Policy

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Develop a custom authorization policy to control access to specific resources in your application, enhancing your understanding of authorization mechanisms.

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Identify the resource to be protected.
Define the authorization requirements.
Implement the custom authorization policy.
Test the authorization policy by accessing the protected resource.

Participate in a hackathon or coding competition that involves ASP.NET Core authentication

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Participating in a hackathon or coding competition will challenge you to apply your ASP.NET Core authentication skills in a real-world scenario.

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Find a hackathon or coding competition that involves ASP.NET Core authentication
Form a team or work on your own
Develop a solution to the challenge
Submit your solution

Mentor a Junior Developer

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Solidify your understanding of authentication concepts by mentoring a junior developer and guiding them through the setup and implementation process.

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Identify a junior developer who is interested in learning about authentication.
Provide guidance and support on setting up and implementing authentication mechanisms.
Answer questions and troubleshoot any issues they encounter.

Contribute to an open-source project related to ASP.NET Core authentication

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Contributing to an open-source project will allow you to learn from others and make a valuable contribution to the community.

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Find an open-source project related to ASP.NET Core authentication
Identify an area where you can contribute
Make a contribution
Submit a pull request

Career center

Learners who complete ASP.NET Core 2 Authentication Playbook will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity Analysts protect computer systems and networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course helps build a foundation in setting up authentication and authorization, a key part of cybersecurity. Course attendees will learn to set up multiple kinds of authentication and authorization systems such as local logins and social logins.

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Security Architect

Security Architects design, build, and maintain secure computer systems and networks. Course attendees will learn to set up several different kinds of authentication, a key part of a security architect's job. Additionally, they will be introduced to protecting web APIs with OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect.

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Security Engineer

Security Engineers protect computer systems and networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course helps build a foundation in setting up authentication and authorization, a key aspect of network security. Course attendees will learn to set up multiple kinds of authentication and authorization systems such as local logins and social logins.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts study an organization's current business processes and develop plans to improve them. Course material in authentication and authorization are core skills for this job. A systems analyst must be able to secure and manage a company's networks and systems.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts plan and carry out security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. Course participants will gain knowledge of setting up authorization, a key part of keeping systems secure. They will also be introduced to topics such as claims transformation and social identity providers.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators maintain and optimize database management systems. Course attendees will learn how to set up authentication and authorization to protect databases, a critical aspect of their job. This course will also introduce the concept of doing claims transformation.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design and develop websites and web applications. This course can help teach the basics of integrating authentication and authorization into web applications, a process that is central to the job. This course will also introduce aspects of securing APIs with tokens.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, build, and maintain computer networks. This course helps build a foundation in setting up authentication and authorization, a key part of managing networks. It will also teach aspects of securing APIs with tokens.

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Software Developer

Software Developers build, maintain, and improve software products. Course attendees will be prepared to secure software applications using industry-standard patterns and techniques. These applications may be web-based, mobile-based, or desktop-based. Once hired, one may also provide technical support to users by diagnosing and resolving issues with the software.

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IT Auditor

IT Auditors evaluate an organization's IT systems and processes to ensure that they are secure and compliant with regulations. This course may be useful in getting an overview of authentication and authorization concepts so that an IT auditor can better evaluate these systems.

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Threat Intelligence Analyst

Threat Intelligence Analysts identify, assess, and mitigate threats to an organization's computer systems and networks. This course may be useful in getting an overview of authentication and authorization concepts so that a threat intelligence analyst can better understand how attackers might try to exploit these systems.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test software to find bugs and ensure that it meets quality standards. This course may be useful for learning about authentication and authorization so that a QA Analyst can better test these features in the software they evaluate.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create documentation for software and other technical products. This course may be useful for giving a technical writer the information they need to document authentication and authorization systems.

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Project Manager

Project Managers plan, execute, and close projects. While not as technical as the other roles on this list, a project manager must be aware of authentication and authorization concepts as they may need to discuss these requirements with their team or make budget allocation decisions for the security features of a project. This course may be useful in getting an overview of these concepts for this purpose.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts analyze an organization's business needs and develop solutions to improve them. This course may be useful in getting an overview of authentication and authorization concepts so that a business analyst can better discuss these requirements with their team.

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