Python for Network Defenders

Summary

This introductory course gives a great foundation on how to use Python. The course is focused on using Python from a security analyst perspective showing its usefulness around reverse engineering and intrusion analysis.

Prerequisites

Before taking this course, completion of the Understanding Operating Systems course is recommended. A strong understanding of computer systems is also recommended.

Duration

5 Days/Lecture & Lab

Audience

This course is designed for:

• Network Security Analysts
• Reverse Engineers
• Forensic Analysts
• Application Programmers

Topics

• Python Object Types

• Numeric Types

• Strings

• Lists and Dictionaries

• Python Statements

• Assignments, Expressions, and Prints

• IF Tests and Syntax Rules

• Repetition Statements

• Functions

• Modules

• Classes

• System and Web Automation