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Solving Identity Management in Modern Applications

Yvonne Wilson

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Solving Identity Management in Modern Applications

Demystifying OAuth 2, OpenID Connect, and SAML 2

by Yvonne Wilson, Abhishek Hingnikar

4.6/5
Apress
2023
389 pages
ISBN: 978-1484282946
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Summary

This book provides a practical guide to identity management for modern applications. It covers the fundamentals of authentication, authorization, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and SAML 2.0, explaining when and how to use each. The second edition includes updated coverage of passwordless authentication, passkeys, and decentralized identity.

Why Read This Book

One of the most accessible and comprehensive books on digital identity for application developers. It bridges the gap between high-level IAM concepts and practical implementation, making it an ideal starting point for developers new to identity.

Key Takeaways

  • Core concepts of authentication, authorization, and identity management
  • When to use OAuth 2.0 vs OpenID Connect vs SAML
  • Implementing identity in single-page apps, mobile apps, and APIs
  • Understanding identity providers and federation
  • Modern trends including passwordless and decentralized identity

Who Should Read This

Application developers and architects who need a practical, approachable guide to implementing identity in modern apps.

Application DevelopersSolution ArchitectsProduct Managers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is "Solving Identity Management in Modern Applications" about?

This book provides a practical guide to identity management for modern applications. It covers the fundamentals of authentication, authorization, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and SAML 2.0, explaining when and how to use each. The second edition includes updated coverage of passwordless authentication, passkeys, and decentralized identity.

Who should read "Solving Identity Management in Modern Applications"?

Application developers and architects who need a practical, approachable guide to implementing identity in modern apps.

What are the key takeaways from "Solving Identity Management in Modern Applications"?

Key takeaways include: Core concepts of authentication, authorization, and identity management; When to use OAuth 2.0 vs OpenID Connect vs SAML; Implementing identity in single-page apps, mobile apps, and APIs.

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