Implementing Single Sign-On in ASP.NET Core MVC

Securing web applications is a critical requirement for modern developers, but configuring authentication from scratch can feel overwhelming. Integrating Single Sign-On (SSO) allows your users to log in seamlessly using existing identity providers while keeping their credentials safe.\n\nThis text-based course guides you through the foundational concepts of modern identity management and shows you how to implement secure SSO in your ASP.NET Core MVC applications. By understanding how identity tokens, access tokens, and middleware interact, you will be able to protect your application's resources with confidence.\n\nWhat you'll learn:\n- Understand the fundamentals of authentication, authorization, and Single Sign-On (SSO) protocols.\n- Configure OpenID Connect (OIDC) and OAuth 2.0 inside an ASP.NET Core MVC application.\n- Integrate external identity providers to manage user logins securely.\n- Implement secure token storage, cookie handling, and session management.\n- Apply modern security best practices, including PKCE and secure token validation.\n- Troubleshoot common authentication errors and configuration mismatches.\n\nYou will start with core authentication terminology before diving into step-by-step configuration files, middleware setup, and secure integration patterns. Through structured readings and code-based scenarios, you will build a solid understanding of enterprise-grade security architecture.\n\nThis course is designed for beginner to intermediate ASP.NET developers who want to master modern authentication. No prior experience with SSO or advanced security protocols is required.\n\nStart reading today to secure your web applications with industry-standard SSO.