API Platform Part 2: Security

Course Overview

This course, API Platform Part 2: Security, will provide an overview of the security features available in API Platform. Participants will learn how to set up API token security, session based login form security, CSRF protection, SameSite Cookies, and security firewall setup for json_login authentication. Additionally, participants will learn how to set up authorization and roles to restrict access to operations, encode user's passwords, use API Platform custom data persister, create dynamic serialization groups, create custom normalizers for dynamic fields based on user, and create custom validators to control what data a user can set. By the end of the course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of the security features available in API Platform.

[Applications]
The application of this course can be seen in the implementation of API token security, session based login form security, CSRF protection, SameSite Cookies, security firewall setup for json_login authentication, authorization and roles, encoding user's password, API Platform custom data persister, dynamic serialization groups, custom normalizer for dynamic fields based on user, and custom validator to control what data a user can set. These are all important aspects of security that should be taken into consideration when developing an API Platform-powered API.

[Career Paths]
1. API Security Engineer: API Security Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining secure APIs. They must have a deep understanding of security protocols and be able to identify potential vulnerabilities in an API. They must also be able to develop and implement security measures to protect the API from malicious attacks. Developing trends in this field include the use of machine learning and artificial intelligence to detect and prevent security threats.

2. Security Analyst: Security Analysts are responsible for monitoring and analyzing security threats and vulnerabilities. They must have a deep understanding of security protocols and be able to identify potential vulnerabilities in an API. They must also be able to develop and implement security measures to protect the API from malicious attacks. Developing trends in this field include the use of big data and analytics to detect and prevent security threats.

3. Security Architect: Security Architects are responsible for designing and implementing secure architectures for APIs. They must have a deep understanding of security protocols and be able to identify potential vulnerabilities in an API. They must also be able to develop and implement security measures to protect the API from malicious attacks. Developing trends in this field include the use of cloud-based security solutions and the adoption of DevOps practices to ensure secure API development.

4. Security Developer: Security Developers are responsible for developing secure code for APIs. They must have a deep understanding of security protocols and be able to identify potential vulnerabilities in an API. They must also be able to develop and implement security measures to protect the API from malicious attacks. Developing trends in this field include the use of automated security testing tools and the adoption of secure coding best practices.

[Education Paths]
1. Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: This degree path focuses on the fundamentals of computer science, such as programming, software engineering, and computer architecture. It also covers topics such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science. The development trends in this field are focused on the use of big data and cloud computing to create more efficient and powerful systems.

2. Bachelor of Science in Information Technology: This degree path focuses on the use of technology to solve problems and create solutions. It covers topics such as network security, database management, and web development. The development trends in this field are focused on the use of emerging technologies such as blockchain, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.

3. Master of Science in Cybersecurity: This degree path focuses on the security of computer systems and networks. It covers topics such as cryptography, malware analysis, and digital forensics. The development trends in this field are focused on the use of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning to detect and prevent cyber-attacks.

4. Master of Science in Software Engineering: This degree path focuses on the design and development of software applications. It covers topics such as software architecture, software testing, and software development methodologies. The development trends in this field are focused on the use of agile development methods and DevOps to create more efficient and reliable software applications.