Developer Security Training

Welcome

Hey everyone! Welcome to this hands-on workshop where we’re going to roll up our sleeves, dive into some real-world security challenges, and—hopefully—have a little fun while we break and fix some code!

Why Are We Here? 🤔
Let’s be real—developer security isn’t just a “nice-to-have” anymore. With software supply chain attacks, zero-day exploits, and API security threats making headlines every other week, security is now everyone’s job. But let’s face it—most security training feels… a bit dry. Security policies, compliance checklists, and static slideshows don’t exactly spark excitement. And if you’re a developer, you probably want to build things, not just read about security best practices in a 100-page PDF.

That’s why we’re here—to make security practical. Today’s session is all about learning by doing. We’ll explore common vulnerabilities, exploit them to see how attackers think, and then fix them using tools like:

✅ SCA (Software Composition Analysis) – to catch vulnerabilities in open-source dependencies.
✅ SAST (Static Application Security Testing) – to detect security flaws in our code before it even runs.
✅ DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing) – to uncover runtime vulnerabilities in a live environment.
✅ ASPM (Application Security Posture Management) – to continuously monitor and improve security across the SDLC.

Security Trends You Should Know About 📈
The security landscape is evolving fast, and if you’re still thinking about security as something you “tack on at the end,” you’re already behind. Some trends that are shaping the future of developer security include:

🔹 Shift-left security: Security needs to start in development, not just in production. The earlier you find issues, the cheaper (and less painful) they are to fix.
🔹 Software supply chain security: With attacks like SolarWinds and Log4Shell, securing third-party dependencies is critical.
🔹 AI-driven security tools: AI and automation are helping developers catch vulnerabilities faster—but attackers are using AI too.
🔹 Zero trust principles: Assume everything is a potential risk and validate all inputs, dependencies, and access points.

Why Hands-On Learning Matters 🎯
You wouldn’t learn to code by just reading a textbook, right? The same goes for security. Reading about vulnerabilities is one thing—actually finding and fixing them in a live environment is what makes it stick. Hands-on workshops like this give you:

✔ Experience with real-world vulnerabilities – so you can recognize and fix them before attackers do.
✔ Confidence using security tools – because if you know how to leverage SCA, SAST, and DAST properly, you’ll write more secure code.
✔ A developer-first approach to security – making security a natural part of your workflow instead of an afterthought.

What’s Next? 🛠️
We’re going to start by deploying a deliberately vulnerable application (don’t worry—it’s all in a controlled environment!). Then, we’ll walk through a security issue together, exploit it like an attacker would, and finally, fix it the right way. By the end, you’ll walk away with practical skills that you can apply to your own projects immediately.

So, grab your laptop, get ready to break some code (safely), and let’s make security part of how we build software—not just something we worry about after the fact.

Ready? Let’s do this! 🚀💻🔒