What You'll Learn
- Identify and exploit common API vulnerabilities (OWASP API Top 10: A1–A10)
- Perform authenticated and unauthenticated API testing (incl. JWT, OAuth attacks)
- Read and write API documentation using OpenAPI/Swagger
- Securely design, implement, and deploy RESTful and SOAP services
- Use API firewalls and rate-limiting to block attacks
- Build your own exercise-based lab environment and challenge friends
- Pass the CAPIE certification exam with confidence
Requirements
- No prior hacking experience required
- Basic familiarity with HTTP (GET/POST) is helpful but not mandatory
- A computer with internet access (we’ll use free tools like Postman, Burp Suite Community, Python)
Who This Course is For
- Security engineers & pentesters who want to specialize in API testing
- Developers looking to deepen their understanding of API security
- IT auditors and compliance officers who review API exposures
- Anyone preparing for a hands-on API security certification
Your Instructor
Wesley Thijs
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186,670 Students
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