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Roadmap/Android Security
Intermediate to Advanced

Android Security

Master comprehensive security practices and implementation in Android development from fundamentals to advanced techniques

14-16 weeks
6.3k students
4.9 rating
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Key Topics You'll Master

1
Android Security Fundamentals
2
Secure Coding Practices
3
Authentication and Authorization
4
Biometric Authentication
5
Data Encryption and Cryptography
6
Secure Data Storage
7
Network Security
8
Runtime Application Self-Protection
9
Code Obfuscation and Protection
10
Security Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
11
Privacy and Compliance
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Learning Outcomes
  • Implement secure authentication and authorization
  • Master data encryption and secure storage techniques
  • Build secure network communications
  • Detect and prevent common Android vulnerabilities
  • Implement biometric authentication and hardware security
  • Use security testing tools and penetration testing
  • Apply code obfuscation and anti-tampering techniques
  • Ensure compliance with security standards and regulations
Prerequisites
  • Solid Android development experience
  • Understanding of Kotlin/Java
  • Basic knowledge of cryptography concepts
  • Familiarity with networking principles
  • Understanding of Android architecture components
1
Android Security Fundamentals
Core security concepts, Android security model, and threat landscape
2 weeks
Android Security Architecture Overview
video • 30 min
Android Permissions Model
video • 25 min
Application Sandbox and Process Isolation
video • 20 min
Common Android Security Threats
video • 28 min
OWASP Mobile Top 10
article • 25 min
Security by Design Principles
video • 18 min
Practice: Security Assessment Checklist
exercise • 40 min
2
Secure Coding Practices
Learn secure coding techniques and avoid common vulnerabilities
2 weeks
Input Validation and Sanitization
video • 22 min
SQL Injection Prevention
video • 25 min
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in WebViews
video • 20 min
Secure Error Handling
video • 15 min
Memory Management and Buffer Overflows
video • 18 min
Code Injection Prevention
video • 20 min
Secure Logging Practices
article • 12 min
Practice: Secure Code Review
exercise • 50 min
3
Authentication and Authorization
Implement robust authentication systems and access control mechanisms
2.5 weeks
Authentication vs Authorization Concepts
video • 15 min
Password Security Best Practices
video • 20 min
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
video • 25 min
OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect
video • 35 min
JWT Token Security
video • 22 min
Session Management
video • 18 min
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
video • 20 min
Single Sign-On (SSO) Implementation
video • 25 min
Account Lockout and Brute Force Protection
article • 15 min
Practice: Secure Authentication Flow
exercise • 60 min
4
Biometric Authentication
Implement fingerprint, face recognition, and other biometric authentication methods
1.5 weeks
BiometricPrompt API Overview
video • 20 min
Fingerprint Authentication Implementation
video • 25 min
Face Recognition Integration
video • 22 min
Biometric Security Considerations
video • 18 min
Fallback Authentication Methods
video • 15 min
Hardware Security Module Integration
article • 20 min
Practice: Biometric Authentication App
exercise • 45 min
5
Data Encryption and Cryptography
Master encryption techniques and cryptographic implementations
2.5 weeks
Cryptography Fundamentals
video • 25 min
Symmetric vs Asymmetric Encryption
video • 22 min
AES Encryption Implementation
video • 30 min
RSA and Elliptic Curve Cryptography
video • 28 min
Hashing and Digital Signatures
video • 20 min
Key Generation and Management
video • 25 min
Android Keystore System
video • 30 min
Hardware-backed Keys
video • 18 min
Cryptographic Random Number Generation
article • 15 min
Practice: End-to-End Encryption
exercise • 75 min
6
Secure Data Storage
Implement secure storage solutions for sensitive data
2 weeks
Android Storage Security Overview
video • 20 min
SharedPreferences Security
video • 18 min
EncryptedSharedPreferences Implementation
video • 25 min
Database Encryption with SQLCipher
video • 30 min
File Encryption and Secure File Access
video • 22 min
External Storage Security
video • 15 min
Key Management for Data Encryption
video • 20 min
Data Loss Prevention Techniques
article • 18 min
Practice: Secure Data Vault
exercise • 55 min
7
Network Security
Secure network communications and API integrations
2 weeks
HTTPS and TLS Implementation
video • 25 min
Certificate Pinning Deep Dive
video • 30 min
Network Security Config
video • 20 min
API Security Best Practices
video • 22 min
Request Signing and Verification
video • 25 min
Man-in-the-Middle Attack Prevention
video • 18 min
VPN and Proxy Detection
video • 15 min
Network Traffic Analysis
article • 20 min
Practice: Secure API Communication
exercise • 50 min
8
Runtime Application Self-Protection
Implement RASP techniques to detect and prevent runtime attacks
1.5 weeks
Runtime Attack Detection
video • 22 min
Root and Jailbreak Detection
video • 25 min
Debugger and Emulator Detection
video • 20 min
Hook Detection and Prevention
video • 18 min
App Integrity Verification
video • 20 min
Anti-Tampering Techniques
article • 15 min
Practice: RASP Implementation
exercise • 40 min
9
Code Obfuscation and Protection
Protect your code from reverse engineering and tampering
1.5 weeks
Code Obfuscation Fundamentals
video • 20 min
ProGuard and R8 Configuration
video • 25 min
Advanced Obfuscation Techniques
video • 22 min
String Encryption and Protection
video • 18 min
Native Code Protection
video • 20 min
Anti-Reverse Engineering Measures
article • 15 min
Practice: Code Protection Implementation
exercise • 45 min
10
Security Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
Learn security testing methodologies and tools
2 weeks
Security Testing Methodologies
video • 25 min
Static Application Security Testing (SAST)
video • 22 min
Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)
video • 20 min
Mobile Application Penetration Testing
video • 30 min
Vulnerability Scanning Tools
video • 18 min
Security Code Review Process
video • 20 min
Automated Security Testing
video • 15 min
Bug Bounty and Responsible Disclosure
article • 12 min
Practice: Security Testing Lab
exercise • 60 min
11
Privacy and Compliance
Implement privacy controls and ensure regulatory compliance
1.5 weeks
Privacy by Design Principles
video • 20 min
GDPR Compliance for Mobile Apps
video • 25 min
CCPA and Privacy Regulations
video • 18 min
Data Minimization and Anonymization
video • 22 min
Consent Management
video • 15 min
Privacy Policy Implementation
article • 15 min
Practice: Privacy-Compliant App
exercise • 40 min
12
Incident Response and Forensics
Prepare for security incidents and implement forensic capabilities
1 week
Security Incident Response Planning
video • 22 min
Mobile Forensics Fundamentals
video • 20 min
Logging and Monitoring for Security
video • 18 min
Breach Detection and Response
video • 15 min
Evidence Collection and Preservation
article • 15 min
Practice: Incident Response Simulation
exercise • 45 min
13
Advanced Security Topics
Explore cutting-edge security technologies and future trends
1.5 weeks
Zero Trust Architecture for Mobile
video • 25 min
Machine Learning for Threat Detection
video • 22 min
Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Security
video • 20 min
IoT and Edge Security Considerations
video • 18 min
Quantum-Resistant Cryptography
video • 20 min
Future of Mobile Security
article • 15 min
Practice: Advanced Security Architecture
exercise • 50 min
14
Security Architecture and Best Practices
Design secure architectures and establish security governance
1 week
Secure Architecture Design Patterns
video • 30 min
Security Governance and Risk Management
video • 25 min
DevSecOps for Mobile Development
video • 22 min
Security Metrics and KPIs
video • 18 min
Continuous Security Monitoring
video • 20 min
Security Best Practices Checklist
article • 25 min
Capstone Project: Secure Android Application
exercise • 120 min
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