Authentication Foundations with the Identity Platform and MSAL

Modern applications require robust, secure, and seamless authentication to protect sensitive data and user identities. This text-based course guides you through the core concepts of identity management, token-based authentication, and secure application registration. By the end of this course, you will transition from understanding basic security concepts to successfully implementing secure sign-in flows and API permissions using the Identity Platform and MSAL. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational identity concepts including OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and Zero-Trust security principles - Configure application registrations and manage permissions within the identity portal - Implement secure user authentication using the Authentication Library (MSAL) - Acquire and validate access tokens to secure backend APIs and resources - Manage application secrets, certificates, and consent frameworks safely - Troubleshoot common authentication and authorization errors in modern workflows The course begins with essential terminology and structural concepts before walking through practical configuration scenarios and code-based implementation steps. You will learn to manage user sessions and secure cross-application communication through clear, step-by-step written explanations and practical examples. This program is designed for beginner developers and system administrators new to cloud identity systems, with no prior experience with identity providers required. Start reading today to master the essentials of modern application security and identity integration.