Front-End Web Security and Compliance Fundamentals

Building a modern web application requires more than just writing clean code; it demands a robust understanding of security and data privacy standards. Developers must navigate complex regulatory landscapes while protecting user data from sophisticated modern threats. This course equips you with the fundamental knowledge to identify front-end vulnerabilities and align your development workflows with global compliance frameworks. You will transition from writing basic functional code to designing secure, privacy-respecting web experiences. What you'll learn: Understand core security concepts, including common front-end vulnerabilities and threat vectors; Explore regulatory compliance standards such as GDPR, CCPA, and industry-specific privacy frameworks; Implement secure development practices, focusing on Content Security Policy (CSP) and modern authentication flows; Analyze web applications using Static Application Security Testing (SAST) and Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) methodologies; Manage third-party dependencies safely to prevent supply chain attacks and maintain software compliance. You will begin by mastering essential terminology and foundational security definitions before moving on to practical scanning techniques and compliance workflows. Through structured readings and written analysis exercises, you will learn how to audit and secure modern web architectures. This course is designed for web developers, software engineers, and product teams who are new to security compliance and want to build safer web applications. No prior cybersecurity experience is required. Start reading today to build secure, compliant, and trustworthy web applications.