Coursera Back-End Infrastructure Servers, Secure APIs and Data

What you’ll learn

  • Evaluate the integral role of data protection in securing back-end infrastructure and APIs.

  • Elevate your learned skills for effective server configuration to support robust and secure API integrations.

  • Analyze case studies demonstrating successful data protection and secure API strategy implementations.

  • Evaluate and implement security measures to enhance the integrity and confidentiality of data.

Direct Link: https://imp.i384100.net/da195k

Course description

This course explores back-end infrastructure management, secure API design, and robust data protection techniques. Participants will gain practical skills in server configuration, API security, and strategies for protecting data, which are crucial for building resilient and scalable systems. The course combines theoretical foundations, hands-on applications, and real-world examples to ensure comprehensive understanding and skill acquisition.

This course empowers professionals like Data Protection Officers, Back-End Developers, API Designers, System Administrators, and Information Security Professionals with essential knowledge and skills in data protection and API security. With prerequisites including basic data protection principles, back-end infrastructure familiarity, API design expertise, and information security experience, participants are well-equipped for effective engagement.

Throughout the course, participants will accomplish various objectives, including evaluating data protection’s role in securing back-end infrastructure and APIs and analyzing successful case studies. Using HOTS verbs like “evaluate” and “analyze,” learners will enhance their critical thinking in data security. They’ll also refine practical skills for secure server configuration, ensuring robust API integrations to safeguard sensitive information.

Upon completing this course, professionals will be well-prepared to evaluate and implement security measures that enhance the integrity and confidentiality of data. With a focus on real-world case studies and practical application, participants will emerge equipped to navigate complex data protection challenges and implement secure API strategies confidently. This learning journey promises to empower individuals to bolster their organizations’ security posture and mitigate potential risks effectively.

Direct Link: https://imp.i384100.net/da195k

Table of contents

This course explores back-end infrastructure management, secure API design, and robust data protection techniques. Participants will gain practical skills in server configuration, API security, and strategies for protecting data, which are crucial for building resilient and scalable systems. The course combines theoretical foundations, hands-on applications, and real-world examples to ensure comprehensive understanding and skill acquisition.

What’s included

  • 11 videos
  • 4 readings
  • 1 assignment
  • 3 discussion prompts

11 videos: total 67 minutes

  • Introduction to the Course & Meet Your Instructor•2 minutes•Preview module
  • Back-End Infrastructure - Your Digital Backbone •7 minutes
  • Data Security Fundamentals •7 minutes
  • Server Configuration for Security •7 minutes
  • Secure API Design Principles •6 minutes
  • Building Secure Communication Channels •5 minutes
  • Automated API Security Testing •7 minutes
  • Implementing Data Protection Techniques •6 minutes
  • Case Studies in Secure Back-End Infrastructure •5 minutes
  • Best Practices for Ongoing Security •7 minutes
  • Congratulations and Continuous Learning Journey•2 minutes

4 readings: total 20 minutes

  • Welcome to the Course: Course Overview•5 minutes
  • Server Configuration for Security •5 minutes
  • Secure RESTful API Design: Implementing OAuth and HTTPS•5 minutes
  • Using Encrypted Storage and Transmissions •5 minutes

1 assignment: total 20 minutes

  • Back-End Infrastructure: Servers, Secure APIs and Data•20 minutes

3 discussion prompts: total 15 minutes

  • Role of Different Server Types in Enhancing Back-End Infrastructure Security & Efficiency•5 minutes
  • Impact of Automated Security Testing in API Development•5 minutes
  • Preventing Data Breaches: Insights on Data Protection and Secure API Practices•5 minutes

Direct Link: https://imp.i384100.net/da195k

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