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What does "security" mean in programming?
security is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
The protection of a system from unauthorized access, data breaches, and malicious attacks. Involves authentication, authorization, encryption, input validation, dependency patching, and following secure coding practices.
Example
"Security is a non-negotiable requirement — all API endpoints require authentication and all data is encrypted in transit."
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