Hands-On Cryptography with Python : Master Cryptographic Foundations with Real-World Implementation for Secure System Development Using Python (English Edition).

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ali, Rasid.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Cryptography.

Data encryption (Computer science).

Physical Description:

1 online resource (236 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Delhi : Orange Education PVT Ltd, 2025.

Summary:

Cryptography is the backbone of modern digital security, and Python makes it accessible for everyone. Hands-on Cryptography with Python takes readers from foundational concepts to advanced cryptographic systems, equipping them with both theoretical understanding and practical implementation skills using Python. You'll begin with setting up the platform and Installation and move on to understanding the basics of cryptography--exploring classic ciphers, their evolution, and their role in secure communication. Next, you'll advance to Symmetric Key Cryptography and Asymmetric Key Cryptography, learning how to implement encryption algorithms step-by-step with Python. As you progress, you'll dive into essential cryptographic components like Hashing and Message Integrity, enabling you to safeguard data and verify its authenticity. The book then introduces miscellaneous cryptographic schemes and highlights the principle that "Security is Only as Strong as the Weakest Link", encouraging you to identify and address vulnerabilities. Toward the final stages, you'll gain hands-on expertise in TLS Communication, the backbone of secure data exchange on the web. The journey culminates with an exploration of current trends in cryptography, including lightweight cryptography and post-quantum solutions, ensuring you stay ahead in this ever-evolving field.

Contents:

Cover Page

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication Page

About the Author

About the Technical Reviewer

Acknowledgements

Preface

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Errata

Table of Contents

1. Platform Setup and Installation

Introduction

Structure

Introduction to Python

The pyOpenSSL Module

The Cryptography Module

Conclusion

2. Introduction to Cryptography

Ciphers of Antiquity

From Paper to Machine: Mechanization of Encryption

Emergence of Mechanical Cipher Machines

Early Mechanical Devices

Advantages Over Manual Methods

The Jefferson Disk

Influential Figures

Cryptanalysis of Mechanical Machines

Legacy of Mechanical Encryption Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

9789348107732

9348107739

9789348107510

9348107518

OCLC:

1490383395