Introduction to the Node.js Security Course

Security is one of the most critical aspects of application development, and Node.js is no exception. This course is designed to guide you through the best practices and essential techniques you need to secure your Node.js applications against various threats and vulnerabilities. Throughout the course, we will cover topics ranging from basic practices to advanced security measures.

Why is security important in Node.js?

Node.js is a very popular platform for developing web applications, APIs, and real-time services. Due to its extensive use and the frequent handling of sensitive data, Node.js applications become an attractive target for attackers. Implementing adequate security measures helps protect the integrity and confidentiality of information, as well as the availability of the system.

What topics will we cover?

• Authentication and Authorization
• Dependency Management
• Protection against common attacks
• Best practices in data handling
• Auditing and Monitoring
• Application Hardening

Target Audience

This course is aimed at developers with basic knowledge of Node.js who want to learn how to protect their applications. It is not necessary to be a security expert to follow this course, but a basic understanding of how HTTP, Express, and other fundamental components of Node.js work is recommended.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of JavaScript and Node.js
• Configured development environment (Node.js, npm/yarn)
• Familiarity with the command terminal

Throughout the course, code examples and practical exercises will be provided to help you implement and understand security techniques in Node.js. We hope that by the end of the course, you will feel more secure and prepared to protect your applications against various threats.