The Nuts and Bolts of OAuth 2.0

🔓 Unlock the Secrets of OAuth 2.0 with Expert Aaron Parecki!

Course Title: The Nuts and Bolts of OAuth 2.0 🚀

Course Headline:

Dive into the world of secure API access with OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, PKCE, JWTs, and more. This comprehensive course demystifies complex security concepts without requiring any prior programming knowledge! 🧠✨

Course Description:

OAuth 2.0 is the gold standard for secure access to web APIs, enabling a seamless way for applications to handle users' data while maintaining stringent security measures. From mobile apps and IoT devices to banking platforms, OAuth has become an integral part of securing digital interactions.

In this course, Aaron Parecki, a renowned security expert, meticulously dissects each OAuth grant type and illustrates their practical applications in various use cases, including web apps, native apps, and single-page applications (SPAs). You'll gain insights into how to use OpenID Connect to authenticate users efficiently.

Whether you're developing an API or simply looking to enhance your understanding of secure web practices, this course covers it all. Learn the nuances of different access token formats, their lifetimes, and how to design scopes that offer precise control over your API endpoints.

Stay ahead of the curve by mastering the latest recommendations from the OAuth working group, including PKCE for all application types and the rationale behind deprecating certain flows like Implicit and Password grants. These insights are pivotal for understanding the forthcoming OAuth 2.1 update!

By the end of this course, you’ll understand:

• The problems OAuth was created to solve - Learn the core issues that led to the creation of OAuth and how it addresses them.
• The basics of OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect - Gain a solid foundation in these protocols, which are essential for secure API interactions.
• Best practices for developing web-based and native OAuth apps - Implement OAuth with confidence, no matter the platform.
• The difference between local and remote access token validation - Understand the security implications of where you validate tokens.
• How to validate JWT access tokens - Learn the ins and outs of JSON Web Tokens (JWTs) for secure authentication.

And you’ll be able to:

• Implement an OAuth client from scratch - Build your own OAuth client with confidence.
• Protect the OAuth flows in native and JavaScript apps - Ensure your applications remain secure against common vulnerabilities.
• Use OpenID Connect to get the user’s name, email address, and more - Leverage OpenID Connect for enhanced user authentication and information retrieval.
• Protect an API with OAuth access tokens - Keep your APIs secure and accessible only to authorized clients.
• Design scopes to protect various parts of your API - Safeguard different aspects of your API using carefully defined scopes.

This course is for you because...

• You're a software architect, application developer, or technical decision maker looking to deepen your expertise in application security and emerge as a technical leader.
• You work with APIs, web apps, mobile apps, or microservices and want to ensure they are secure and performant.
• You're passionate about understanding the intricacies of web security and want to stay ahead in today's fast-evolving tech landscape.

Prerequisites:

• A basic understanding of HTTP requests, responses, and JSON - No prior programming experience is required for this course, as you won't need to write code to follow along!

To get the most out of this course, you will need:

• Experience with Postman, curl, or any other HTTP client - These tools are essential for interacting with APIs.
• A free Auth0 Developer account - This will allow you to perform hands-on exercises and see the concepts in action.

This course also offers exclusive access to an interactive web-based tool that provides guidance and real-time feedback as you work through the exercises. It's like having Aaron Parecki by your side, offering insights and adjustments to your approach as you learn! 🛠️💡

Enroll now to secure your spot and embark on a journey to become an OAuth 2.0 security expert! 🎓🔐