Web Security Fundamentals for Developers

In today's digital landscape, protecting web applications from cyber threats is a critical skill for every developer. This course provides a foundational understanding of web security principles and common attack vectors.By the end of this course, you will be able to recognize fundamental web vulnerabilities, understand how they are exploited, and apply practical defenses to build more secure and resilient web applications.What you'll learn:Understand core web security concepts, terminology, and the threat landscape.Identify and mitigate common web vulnerabilities such as Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) and SQL Injection.Apply secure coding practices to prevent attacks like Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) and insecure direct object references.Implement fundamental authentication and authorization mechanisms, including modern approaches like OAuth 2.0 basics.Configure essential security headers and content security policies for browser-side protection.Practice defensive programming techniques to build robust and trustworthy web applications.The course begins with foundational security terminology and concepts, then progresses through common attack types, their prevention, and best practices for secure web development. Each topic is explained through clear, written explanations and practical code examples.This course is designed for aspiring developers and anyone new to web security who wants to build a strong foundation in protecting web applications. No prior security experience is required.Start your journey to becoming a security-aware developer today.