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CodeMash 2020 | Securing Your API Endpoints - A Practical Authentication Guide | Seth Petry-Johnson

It's never been easier to expose services over HTTP. It's also never been easier to inadvertently expose security holes via those same services. This session is designed for the average developer/architect that wants a brief overview of API security without getting into the weeds of cryptography or complex authentication frameworks. You'll learn from Seth Petry-Johnson about OAuth, API Keys, HMAC, JSON Web Tokens (JWT), and more. Don't worry if those things sound foreign; they'll be explained in a clear, practical way so that you’ll be able to choose the appropriate tool for your specific needs.

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Securing Your API Endpoints - A Practical Authentication Guide

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Provides a practical overview of API security without delving into complex authentication frameworks or cryptography

Covers essential concepts like OAuth, API Keys, HMAC, and JSON Web Tokens (JWT)

Taught by Seth Petry-Johnson, an experienced professional in API security

Suitable for average developers and architects seeking a foundational understanding of API security

Presents content in a clear and practical manner, making it accessible to learners with varying levels of experience

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Learners who complete Securing Your API Endpoints: CodeMash will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Data Scientist

Data scientists use data to solve problems and make decisions. They work with data to identify patterns, trends, and insights. This course can help you prepare for a career as a data scientist by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Software Engineer

Software engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They work with clients to understand their needs, and then design and develop software that meets those needs. This course can help you prepare for a career as a software engineer by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Database Administrator

Database administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining databases. They work with databases to ensure that they are reliable, secure, and performant. This course can help you prepare for a career as a database administrator by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Web Developer

Web developers design and develop websites and web applications. They work with clients to understand their needs, and then design and develop websites and web applications that meet those needs. This course can help you prepare for a career as a web developer by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Information Security Analyst

Information security analysts are responsible for protecting an organization's information systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. They develop and implement security measures to protect against cyberattacks and other threats. This course can help you prepare for a career as an information security analyst by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Consultant

Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on a variety of topics. They work with clients to identify and solve problems. This course can help you prepare for a career as a consultant by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud architects design and develop cloud-based solutions. They work with clients to understand their needs, and then design and develop cloud-based solutions that meet those needs. This course can help you prepare for a career as a cloud architect by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Risk Manager

Risk managers identify, assess, and mitigate risks to an organization. They work with stakeholders to develop and implement risk management plans. This course can help you prepare for a career as a risk manager by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Auditor

Auditors evaluate an organization's financial and operational performance. They work with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks. This course can help you prepare for a career as an auditor by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps engineers are responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. They work to ensure that software is developed and deployed quickly and efficiently, and that it is reliable and secure. This course can help you prepare for a career as a DevOps engineer by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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IT Manager

IT managers are responsible for planning, implementing, and managing an organization's IT systems and networks. They work with staff to ensure that IT systems are reliable, secure, and performant. This course can help you prepare for a career as an IT manager by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Security Engineer

Security engineers design, develop, and maintain security systems and networks. They work with clients to understand their needs, and then design and develop security systems that meet those needs. This course can help you prepare for a career as a security engineer by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Security Analyst

Security analysts are responsible for identifying and assessing risks to an organization's computer systems and networks. They develop and implement security measures to protect against unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction of information. This course can help you prepare for a career as a security analyst by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Compliance Officer

Compliance officers ensure that an organization complies with laws and regulations. They work with stakeholders to develop and implement compliance programs. This course can help you prepare for a career as a compliance officer by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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Systems Engineer

Systems engineers design, develop, and maintain computer systems and networks. They work with clients to understand their needs, and then design and develop systems that meet those needs. This course can help you prepare for a career as a systems engineer by providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of API security. You will learn about different types of API security threats, how to identify and mitigate them, and how to develop and implement effective API security policies and procedures.

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