This course explores security and authentication in back-end development focusing on ASP.NET Identity, role-based access, and data protection. You’ll learn how to securely manage user authentication, authorization, and encryption, while using Microsoft Copilot to write safe code and protect your APIs.
Security and Authentication
Security and Authentication
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- Category: Encryption
- Category: Secure Coding
- Category: Microsoft Copilot
- Category: .NET Framework
- Category: Authorization (Computing)
- Category: Back-End Web Development
- Category: Data Storage
- Category: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Category: Application Security
- Category: Authentications
- Category: JSON
- Category: ASP.NET
- Category: Data Security
- Category: Application Programming Interface (API)
- Category: Identity and Access Management
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There are 4 modules in this course
In this module, you will explore the core features and functionalities of ASP.NET Identity for securing APIs. You’ll learn how to implement user registration, authentication, and role management, as well as manage claims for fine-grained access control. The module also covers token-based authentication and integrating external authentication providers. By the end, you’ll be equipped to secure APIs effectively using ASP.NET Identity.
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24 videos15 readings7 assignments4 ungraded labs4 plugins
In this module, you will learn the fundamentals of role-based access control (RBAC) and JSON Web Tokens (JWT) for securing APIs. You’ll explore the structure and usage of JWT, steps to implement JWT authentication in ASP.NET Core, and methods to secure API endpoints. The module also covers best practices to ensure robust and secure JWT authentication. By the end, you’ll be ready to implement and manage secure API access using RBAC and JWT.
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15 videos11 readings9 assignments4 ungraded labs4 plugins
This module explores the fundamental principles of data protection and secure data management. You’ll learn about encryption, decryption, and techniques like data masking and obfuscation. The module also covers best practices for secure data storage and methods for protecting data in transit. By the end, you’ll understand how to safeguard sensitive information effectively across various contexts.
What's included
14 videos9 readings8 assignments2 ungraded labs2 plugins
In this module, you will learn how to leverage Microsoft Copilot to enhance application security. You’ll explore how to write secure code, implement authentication and authorization, and debug security issues with Copilot’s intelligent assistance. By the end, you’ll be equipped to integrate Copilot into your security workflows to build and maintain secure applications efficiently.
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8 videos3 readings3 assignments1 peer review
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