[VDBUH2025] Laurențiu Spilcă & Ionuț Baloșin - Unlocking the unknowns: Cryptography Essentials

As software developers, we are entrusted with protecting sensitive data and ensuring the security of our applications. Yet, cryptography often feels like a complex, impenetrable subject. This session demystifies the essentials of cryptography every Java developer should know. Based on insights from Software Security for Developers (a book by Adib Saikali and Laurentiu Spilca), this talk explores key cryptographic principles and practical applications in Java, including encryption, hashing, secure key management, and common pitfalls to avoid. Whether you’re securing APIs, protecting user data, or fortifying your code, this session provides the foundational knowledge to implement cryptography effectively and confidently in your projects.