Why It's Worth Your Time

C remains the backbone of critical systems such as operating systems, embedded systems, and browser rendering engines. However, because C does not guarantee memory safety, even minor mistakes can lead to severe security vulnerabilities. While developers must secure every part of their code, attackers only need to find a single flaw — making secure coding an essential skill, not an option. This Path is designed for anyone who wants to develop the ability to write safer, more secure code in C.

Topics Covered

• Secure coding in C through theory, quizzes, and patching exercises
• Preventing integer overflows and floating-point errors
• Safe variable declaration and initialization
• Avoiding memory issues like null dereference and Use-After-Free
• Handling security risks in file and I/O operations
• Secure techniques for multithreading and concurrency
• Additional C-based secure coding practices

Recommended For

• Those who want secure coding skills for security, gaming, systems, or embedded development
• Developers who want to write safer C code
• Anyone interested in C-related security vulnerabilities

Prerequisite Knowledge

• Strong understanding of basic C programming
• Knowledge of pointers, arrays, and structures
• Experience in building simple programs in C