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Secure application development requires effective authentication, authorization, and access control strategies that can adapt to modern architectures. This Specialization provides a structured learning path through Spring Security, helping learners build, manage, and integrate security solutions for Java applications using Spring Security 6.
The journey begins with core security concepts and authentication mechanisms, covering custom authentication, JDBC-based authentication, Spring Data integration, and LDAP directory services. Learners then progress to advanced authentication and authorization techniques, including OAuth 2, SAML 2, client certificate authentication, fine-grained access control, access control lists, and custom authorization strategies.
In the final course, learners explore session management, migration to Spring Security 6, microservice security using OAuth 2 and JSON Web Tokens, Single Sign-On implementation, and GraalVM native image integration. By completing the Specialization, participants develop the ability to architect loosely coupled security solutions, implement modern authentication and authorization mechanisms, and integrate Spring Security across enterprise, microservice, and cloud-based environments.
This Specialization is based on the book, Spring Security, by Badr Nasslahsen.
Syllabus
- Course 1: Foundations of Application Security with Spring
- Course 2: Advanced Spring Security Authentication & Access
- Course 3: Modern Spring Security & Cloud Integration
Courses
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Modern applications demand robust authentication and precise access control to safeguard data and ensure regulatory compliance. This course dives deep into advanced authentication mechanisms and authorization strategies in Spring Security, equipping you with the expertise to secure enterprise-grade applications. You will explore powerful features such as remember-me services, client certificate authentication with TLS, OAuth 2 integration, and SAML 2 support. By the end of the course, you will be able to implement fine-grained access control, configure access control lists (ACLs), and build custom authorization logic tailored to real-world business requirements. What sets this course apart is its practical, implementation-focused approach that blends security theory with hands-on configuration and coding examples in Spring Security. Each module is designed to bridge conceptual understanding with production-ready solutions. This course is ideal for Java developers, backend engineers, and security-focused professionals who have prior experience with Spring and basic Spring Security concepts and want to master advanced security configurations. This course is part two of a three-course Specialization designed to provide a comprehensive learning pathway in this subject area. While it delivers standalone value and practical skills, learners seeking a more integrated and in-depth progression may benefit from completing the full Specialization.
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This course introduces the fundamentals of application security and its importance in protecting Java applications. Learners explore common vulnerabilities and how Spring Security provides robust mechanisms for authentication and authorization. By mastering these techniques, developers can safeguard applications against potential threats in professional environments. Through practical, hands-on exercises, you will configure user management using JDBC, Spring Data, and LDAP, strengthening your ability to implement secure authentication workflows. Realistic examples help solidify concepts while enhancing problem-solving skills in real-world contexts. The course uniquely combines theory with application by integrating security principles directly into Spring-based projects. This approach ensures learners gain both conceptual understanding and actionable skills for immediate application in software development. Ideal for Java developers, software engineers, and IT professionals seeking to enhance their application security expertise. Basic Java programming experience is recommended to follow the exercises effectively. This course is part one of a three-course Specialization designed to provide a comprehensive learning pathway in this subject area. While it delivers standalone value and practical skills, learners seeking a more integrated and in-depth progression may benefit from completing the full Specialization. Packt is one of the world's most prolific publishers of cutting-edge technical content. For over two decades we've made it our mission to curate and publish the knowledge of only the very best technical experts. We focus on real-world courses that help our customers get the job done, with coverage that extends across a wide range of established and cutting-edge technical topics. If you're an individual or an organisation that embraces learning by doing, Packt is the perfect fit for you.
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Modern application development demands robust security practices and seamless cloud integration to protect services, users, and data in increasingly distributed environments. This course explores advanced Spring Security capabilities, modern authentication strategies, and cloud-ready deployment approaches that are essential for building secure enterprise applications. Throughout the course, learners will develop the skills needed to manage user sessions, implement advanced security configurations, and secure microservices using OAuth 2 and JSON Web Tokens. Participants will also gain practical knowledge of implementing Single Sign-On solutions and preparing applications for modern cloud-native environments through GraalVM native image generation. What sets this course apart is its combination of updated Spring Security concepts with real-world implementation scenarios. The material bridges foundational security principles with practical techniques used in modern enterprise and microservice architectures. This course is ideal for Java developers, Spring developers, software engineers, and IT professionals seeking to strengthen application security and cloud integration skills. Learners should have prior experience with Java and the Spring Framework and a basic understanding of web application development. This course is part three of a three-course Specialization designed to provide a comprehensive learning pathway in this subject area. While it delivers standalone value and practical skills, learners seeking a more integrated and in-depth progression may benefit from completing the full Specialization.
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