Preface

Drawing from GitGuardian's extensive experience in securing millions of lines of code for organizations worldwide, Crafting Secure Software: An engineering leader's guide to security by design offers a comprehensive journey through the complex world of software security.

Authored by experts, this book provides unique insights into the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and delivers actionable advice to mitigate and prevent risks. From securing code-writing tools and secrets to ensuring the integrity of the source code and delivery pipelines, readers will gain a solid understanding of the threat landscape, best practices for protecting their software, and recommendations for future-proofing against upcoming security regulations and legislation.

By the end of this book, you will have a clear vision of the improvements needed in your security posture and concrete steps to implement them. This knowledge will empower you to make informed decisions and take decisive action in safeguarding your software assets, preparing you to face current and emerging security challenges confidently.