Security & Best Practices
Web security, authentication flows, data protection, common vulnerabilities, and writing safer code
Authentication Is a UX Problem First
Learn why authentication is a UX problem first. Login friction, session timeouts, password resets, and finding the balance.
Rate Limiting Strategies That Actually Work
Learn practical rate limiting strategies for APIs: IP vs user-based tracking, sliding windows, token buckets, Redis storage, and handling failures gracefully.
When NOT to Use JWT Authentication
JWT isn't always the answer. Learn when to avoid JWT authentication and use sessions instead for better security.