Python Programming For Cybersecurity: From Zero To Defender

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Python Programming For Cybersecurity: From Zero To Defender
Published 11/2024
MP4 | Video: h264, 1920x1080 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz
Language: English | Size: 1.32 GB | Duration: 7h 51m

Learn how to code with the Python programming language in a way that is relevant to cyber security

What you'll learn

Understand the basics of programming

Understand Fundamental Python Syntax and Structure

Apply Control Structures to Build Decision-Making Programs

Handle and Process Data using Python Data Structures

Utilize File Handling for Security Applications

Use Modules and Libraries to Enhance Functionality

Implement Object-Oriented Programming Concepts

Understand Basic Security Practices in Python Programming

Requirements

Basic cyber security knowledge

Description

Python Basics for Cybersecurity Professionals is designed to equip you with foundational Python programming skills essential for today's security landscape. Tailored specifically for cybersecurity enthusiasts and professionals, this course will take you from Python basics to building scripts that automate security tasks, handle sensitive data securely, and interact with system resources efficiently.Who Is This Course For?Aspiring cybersecurity professionals looking to build Python skills for entry-level roles.Current security analysts who want to enhance their toolkits with Python for automating tasks.IT and security enthusiasts with little or no programming background who want to start using Python in a security context.No previous programming experience is required-just a willingness to learn and explore!What You'll LearnThrough hands-on exercises, real-world examples, and project-based learning, you'll gainython Fundamentals: Start from scratch with Python syntax, variables, data types, control structures, and functions.Data Handling for Security: Manage and process data with Python's lists, dictionaries, and file handling capabilities, essential for working with logs, IP addresses, and credentials.File Management and Automation: Open, read, and write files to automate repetitive tasks and streamline data processing.Secure Programming Practices: Learn to safely handle passwords, hash data, and manage sensitive information following best security practices.Intro to Object-Oriented Programming: Discover how classes and objects can help you build modular, reusable code for security applications.Practical Cybersecurity Applications: Build scripts to solve security-related tasks, such as checking login attempts, filtering suspicious IPs, and working with basic encryption.Course HighlightsCybersecurity-Focused Projects: Apply what you learn in projects that simulate real-world security scenarios.Step-by-Step Guidance: Each module builds on the previous one, making it easy to follow along, even if you're new to programming.Hands-On Learning: Gain practical experience with labs, exercises, and quizzes to reinforce each skill.Code Along with Examples: Follow cybersecurity-themed examples to apply Python in ways that make sense for security tasks.Why Python for Cybersecurity?Python is one of the most versatile languages in cybersecurity, offering flexibility, simplicity, and an extensive library ecosystem perfect for data analysis, automation, and threat detection. Whether you're scanning logs, analyzing network traffic, or creating custom tools, Python can empower you to work more effectively and make an impact in your security role.Join the Course Today!Take your first step into Python programming and start building skills that will support your cybersecurity career. By the end of this course, you'll be able to confidently use Python to automate tasks, analyze data, and create security-focused scripts.Enroll now and get ready to harness the power of Python for cybersecurity!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Important Note about Replit

Lecture 3 Setting up our account with Replit

Lecture 4 Writing our very first program

Section 2: Variables & Data Types

Lecture 5 Section Preview

Lecture 6 Working with Strings

Lecture 7 Other Types of Data Types

Lecture 8 Boolean Operations

Lecture 9 Arithmetic Operators

Section 3: Working with Strings

Lecture 10 Section Preview

Lecture 11 Basic String Manipulation

Lecture 12 String Indexing & Slicing

Lecture 13 Common String Methods

Lecture 14 More String Manipulation

Section 4: Control Flow & Loops

Lecture 15 Section Preview

Lecture 16 Introduction to Algorithms

Lecture 17 IF ELSE Statements

Lecture 18 Password Checker

Lecture 19 Introduction to Loops

Lecture 20 FOR & WHILE Loops

Lecture 21 The BREAK Statement

Lecture 22 Programming Challenge

Lecture 23 Try & Except Error Handling

Lecture 24 Continue & Pass Statements

Section 5: Functions

Lecture 25 Section Preview

Lecture 26 Defining & Calling Functions

Lecture 27 Parameters & Arguments

Lecture 28 Keyword Arguments

Lecture 29 Local & Global Variables

Section 6: Data Structures

Lecture 30 Section Preview

Lecture 31 Lists

Lecture 32 Using Loops in a List

Lecture 33 Dictionaries

Lecture 34 Nested Dictionaries

Lecture 35 Sets

Lecture 36 Programming Challenge - Sets & Loops

Lecture 37 Programming Challenge Part 2 - Dictionaries & Loops

Section 7: Mini Project - Build a Basic User Authentication System

Lecture 38 What We Shall Build

Lecture 39 Step 1 - Build the Registration Function

Lecture 40 Step 2 - Build the Login Function

Lecture 41 Step 3 - Build the Authentication System

Section 8: File Handling

Lecture 42 Section Preview

Lecture 43 Reading & Writing to Files

Lecture 44 Reading & Writing Inputs to Text Files

Lecture 45 Read & Write Methods

Lecture 46 Handling File Errors

Lecture 47 Multiple Except Blocks

Lecture 48 The Finally Statement

Section 9: Libraries & Modules

Lecture 49 Section Preview

Lecture 50 Introduction to Libraries & Modules

Lecture 51 Creating a custom Module

Lecture 52 How to work with a Standard Module

Lecture 53 Password Generation with Random & String Modules

Lecture 54 The datetime Module

Lecture 55 Working with an External Library

Section 10: Mini Project - File Encryption & Decryption Tool

Lecture 56 Task 1 - Creating the Encryption Key

Lecture 57 Task 2 - Creating the Encryption & Decryption Keys

Lecture 58 Task 3 - Adding the User Interface

Section 11: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

Lecture 59 Section Preview

Lecture 60 Introduction to OOP

Lecture 61 Creating a Basic Class

Lecture 62 Creating a Basic Class - Part 2

Lecture 63 Encapsulation

Lecture 64 Inheritance

Lecture 65 Polymorphism

Section 12: PYTHON PROJECT - Build an Extensive Authentication System and Password Checker

Lecture 66 Part 1 - Creating the User Interface

Lecture 67 Part 2 - Adding the User Registration Function

Lecture 68 Part 3 - Adding the Login Function

Lecture 69 Part 4 - Adding the Password Strength Checker Tool

Lecture 70 Part 5 - Hashing the User Passwords

Lecture 71 Part 6 - Adding the Audit Tool

Lecture 72 Part 7 - Adding the View Logs Function

Lecture 73 Part 8 - Adding the Post Login Menu

Lecture 74 Conclusion

Section 13: Conclusion

Lecture 75 Conclusion

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