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Identity and security

Secrets

Sensitive values that grant authority or reveal protected information, such as private service keys or signing material. They need controlled access, appropriate storage and a lifecycle that includes rotation and revocation.

You might see: private credentials, secret keys, sensitive credentials

In a real project

The workshop backend uses a private mail-service credential. It stays in the server's managed configuration and is never included in page code or a public repository.

A common mistake

Deleting an exposed key from source and assuming it is safe again. Revoke compromised authority, replace the credential and investigate where it was used.

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Put it into practice

These lessons open through your account. Your kit determines which are available.

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