ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Colin Domoney, CTO and co-founder of Thinking of U, shares his career journey in cybersecurity and his expertise in API security. He started as a kid building electronics and crypto systems, which led him to develop battle-hardened defense systems. He gravitated towards software and eventually got into AppSec, diving into the deep end and fixing a million AppSec vulnerabilities. Colin emphasizes the importance of developers having security skills and offers advice on how to build something cool that is also secure. He discusses the unique challenges and opportunities in API security and the role of AI in the industry.
Takeaways
- Developers with security skills are highly sought after in the industry.
- API security requires a different approach compared to standard web app security.
- API security encompasses a wide range of tools and techniques, from shift left to runtime protection.
- Colin's book, Defending APIs, is aimed at anyone tasked with defending APIs, with a focus on developers.
- AI is a powerful tool that accelerates learning and problem-solving in various areas, including cybersecurity.
- AI creates both opportunities and challenges in the industry, and it is important to stay informed and adapt to its impact.
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