Becoming a Secure Coder
Learn the basics of secure coding and how to have a secure coder mindset.
Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
Average based on combined completion rates — individual pacing in lessons, projects, and quizzes may vary<1 hourPrerequisites
None
About this course
Cybersecurity is increasingly important for developers to consider in their code. In this course, you’ll learn the basics of writing secure code and how to approach your work with a secure coder mindset. This course is perfect for any developer interested in keeping their code secure.
Skills you'll gain
Learn what it means to be a secure coder
Develop a secure coder mindset
Understand the vulnerabilities that are common across many programming languages
Syllabus
Becoming a Secure Coder
Learn about what it takes to become a secure coder and to have a secure coder mindset.
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Frequently asked questions about Becoming a Secure Coder
Being a secure coder means thinking about security, and creating things that are secure by design. In cybersecurity, we use the CIA Triad to discuss whether something is secure. For example, an asset is considered secure when it follows the tenets of:
Confidentiality: cannot be accessed or read by those without authorization
Integrity: will not be complete and accurate
Availability: can be accessed when needed
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