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Dev InterruptedHow Marketing Ruined Shift Left | Semgrep’s Tanya JancaWhen it comes to securing software, most developers feel like they're playing catch-up instead of setting the rules.Tanya Janca (SheHacksPurple), author of "Alice and Bob Learn Secure Coding," brings her 28 years of IT and security expertise—spanning counter-terrorism to enterprise training—to Dev Interrupted. She unpacks the common pitfalls teams face when security is treated as an afterthought, highlighting the developer frustration of being held accountable for security without the tools or knowledge needed to succeed.Explore how transforming security from a final gate into an ongoing practice saves money, reduces conflict, and builds bett...2025-04-1548 min
The Security Ledger PodcastEpisode 260: The Art of Teaching Secure Coding with Tanya JancaIn this episode of the podcast, host Paul Roberts welcomes Tanya Janca of She Hacks Purple back into the studio. Tanya talks about her newly released book: Alice and Bob Learn Secure Coding, published by Wiley and the larger problem of how to promote the teaching of secure coding practices to developers.
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The Modern .NET ShowThe Security Expert Speaks: Tanya Janca on Learning to Code SecurelyRJJ Software's Software Development Service This episode of The Modern .NET Show is supported, in part, by RJJ Software's Podcasting Services, whether your company is looking to elevate its UK operations or reshape its US strategy, we can provide tailored solutions that exceed expectations. Show Notes "From the very first lesson of "Hello, World" they teach us to make insecure code. So the first thing with "Hello, World" is how to output to the screen. That is fine. But the second part of "Hello, World" is: you ask them their name, you take their name. you don't...2025-01-241h 11
Shared Security PodcastTanya Janca on Secure Coding, AI in Cybersecurity, and Her New BookJoin us for an insightful episode of the Shared Security Podcast as Tanya Janca returns for her fifth appearance. Discover the latest on her new book about secure coding, exciting updates in Application Security, and the use of AI in security. Learn how her new book goes deeper into secure coding practices, backed by her […]
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Shared SecurityThe Future of Secure Development: Insights from Tanya JancaJoin us for an insightful episode of the Shared Security Podcast as Tanya Janca returns for her fifth appearance. Discover the latest on her new book about secure coding, exciting updates in Application Security, and the use of AI in security. Learn how her new book goes deeper into secure coding practices, backed by her practical experiences and detailed research, aimed at empowering developers with actionable advice. Don't miss Tanya's take on privacy, better security practices, and much more! Show notes: https://sharedsecurity.net/2024/12/09/tanya-janca-on-secure-coding-ai-in-security-and-her-new-book/2024-12-0927 min
Crying Out CloudCanadian Cybersecurity, Open Source Risks, and AppSec Insights with Tanya Janca🎙️ Tune in to the latest #CryingOutCloud episode featuring Tanya Janca, where we dive into all things cloud!
Join Eden and Amitai as they welcome Tanya Janca, founder of 'We Hack Purple', and the author of 'Alice and Bob Learn Application Security'. She's seen it all—from launching AppSec programs to teaching secure coding and leading on education at Semgrep.
In this episode:
🌐 Building security programs from scratch
🔍 The value of static analysis tools for developers
🇨🇦 The Canadian cybersecurity landscape and her take on global challenges
💡 Tips for securing AI applications in the age of generative AI2024-11-0835 min
The Application Security PodcastTanya Janca -- Secure GuardrailsTanya Janka, also known as SheHacksPurple, discusses secure guardrails, the difference between guardrails and paved roads, and how to implement both in application security. Tanya is an award-winning public speaker and head of education at SEMGREP and the best-selling author of ‘Alice and Bob Learn Application Security’. Tanya shares her insights on creating secure software and teaching developers in this episode. Mentioned in this episode:Tanya Janca – What Secure Coding Really Means Tanya Janca – Mentoring Monday - 5 Minute AppSec Tanya Janca and Nicole Becher – Hacking APIs and Web Services with DevSlop2024-07-091h 04
Modern Cyber with Jeremy SnyderTanya Janca of SemgrepIn this episode of Modern Cyber, Jeremy Snyder chats with Tanya Janca, the head of education and community at Semgrep. They delve into the concept of secure guardrails in application security, emphasizing how these mechanisms guide developers towards secure coding practices without disrupting their workflow. Tanya shares insights from her extensive experience, highlighting the balance between nudging developers with guardrails and enforcing critical controls to ensure security. The conversation covers real-world scenarios, including Tanya's adventures with guardrails at Microsoft and the importance of contextualizing security alerts to avoid alert fatigue among developers.About Tanya Janca...2024-06-2745 min
Hacker Valley StudioThe Power of AppSec, Cyber Education, and Friendship with Tanya JancaIn this episode, Host Ron Eddings catches up with longtime friend, Tanya Janca, Head of Education and Community at SemGrep and author of 'Alice and Bob Learn Application Security.' Tanya shares her experiences from working in the Canadian government to joining Microsoft and eventually founding WeHackPurple. Tanya talks about her new role at SemGrep, where she focuses on making application security education accessible, and the importance of building supportive communities in the tech industry.
Impactful Moments:
00:00 - Welcome
01:20 - Introducing guest, Tanya Janca
03:09 - “IDK How to Make SemGrep Rules…”
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No Password RequiredNo Password Required Podcast Episode 50 — Tanya JancaSummary The conversation discusses the extradition case of Julian Assange and the role of the US prison system in the decision. It also explores Tanya Janca's role at Semgrep and her passion for affordable cybersecurity education. Additionally, it touches on Tanya's experience in election security and the importance of transparency in the process. Tanya discusses her volunteer work with the Canadian government, where she helps educate students about cybersecurity. She talks about the importance of teaching young people about privacy, protecting digital devices, and understanding cyber threats. Tanya also mentions her involvement in the Cyber Titan competition a...2024-05-281h 00
Application ParanoiaS5EP3 - Security in the Developer Experience with Tanya Janca and New Words for 2024.Colin Bell, Rob Cuddy and Kris Duer from HCL Software bring you another insightful application paranoia session.In this weeks episode our special guest is Tanya Janca who is helping the team discuss all things Security in the Devlopment space. Tanya Janca, also known as SheHacksPurple, is the author of ‘Alice and Bob Learn Application Security’. She is also the head of education and community at Semgrep! As the founder of We Hack Purple, Tanya is bringing her security training to Semgrep customers and beyond. Tanya has been coding and working in IT for over twenty...2024-05-241h 06
Build Amazing Things (securely)Demystifying DevSecOps: Insights and Strategies with Tanya Janca (Semgrep)Episode SummaryIn this episode of "Build Amazing Things Securely," host Laura Bell Main interviews Tanya Janca, a prominent figure in the DevSecOps community. Tanya shares insights from her journey in software development to security, emphasizing the importance of secure software. She discusses common pitfalls in DevSecOps and shares lessons from her extensive experience consulting with over 400 companies.Key PointsTanya Janca's Background: Transition from a software developer to a security professional, now working at Semgrep and focusing on community engagement and training.Common DevSecOps Mistakes: Breaking builds on false positives, neglecting security in...2023-12-1927 min
Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann JohnsonBeyond Basics with Tanya JancaTanya Janca, head of Community and Education at Semgrep and the founder of WeHackPurple, joins Ann on this week's episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea. Tanya brings over two decades of coding and IT experience, navigating diverse landscapes from startups to tech giants like Microsoft, Adobe, and Nokia. Tanya is not just a seasoned professional; she's also the acclaimed author of 'Alice and Bob Learn Application Security,’ a groundbreaking book that goes beyond the fundamentals, delving into intricate subjects such as threat modeling and security testing. She is a dynamic force in the cybersecurity community, an award-winning public speaker, and an...2023-12-1237 min
Shared Security PodcastApplication Security Trends & Challenges with Tanya JancaIn this episode, noteworthy guest Tanya Janca returns to discuss her recent ventures and her vision for the future of Application Security. She reflects on the significant changes she has observed since her career at Microsoft, before discussing her new role at Semgrep that recently acquired WeHackPurple. Tanya sheds light on her decision to partner […]
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Shared SecurityApplication Security Trends & Challenges with Tanya JancaIn episode 306, noteworthy guest Tanya Janca returns to discuss her recent ventures and her vision for the future of AppSec. She reflects on the significant changes she has observed since her career at Microsoft, before discussing her new role at Semgrep that recently acquired WeHackPurple. Tanya sheds light on her decision to partner with Semgrep, a company that aligns with her vision of providing free resources in the AppSec community. Despite facing a failed acquisition process the previous year, WeHackPurple received multiple acquisition offers, leading to a bidding war. In addition, Tanya shares her optimism about the m...2023-12-0427 minThe Application Security PodcastTanya Janca -- What Secure Coding Really MeansTanya Janca, also known as SheHacksPurple, joins the Application Security Podcast again to discuss secure coding, threat modeling, education, and other topics in the AppSec world. With a rich background spanning over 25 years in IT, coding, and championing cybersecurity, Tanya delves into the essence of secure coding.Tanya highlights the difference between teaching developers about vulnerabilities and teaching them the practices to avoid these vulnerabilities in the first place. Instead of focusing on issues like SQL injection, she emphasizes the importance of proactive measures like input validation and always using parameterized queries. She believes teaching developers how...2023-10-2448 min
The Security Ledger PodcastsEpisode 253: DevSecOps Worst Practices With Tanya Janca of We Hack PurpleTanya Janca of the group We Hack Purple, talks with Security Ledger host Paul Roberts about the biggest security mistakes that DevSecOps teams make, and application development’s “tragedy of the commons,” as more and more development teams lean on open source code.
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The Route to NetworkingE21- Tanya Janca at We Hack PurpleSend us a textOn today’s episode of the Women in Tech spin-off series, we are joined by Cyber Security Consultant Libby Stein and special guest, Tanya Janca, Founder, CEO and Security Trainer at We Hack Purple Academy. During this episode, Tanya shares her experience starting in the tech space as a woman and the inspiration behind starting her own company. Tanya also shares why she thinks it’s so important for organisations to encourage more women in the technology space and some advice to women who want to start...2023-07-1159 min
The Security RepoGetting started in AppSec with Tanya Janca SheHacksPurpleIn this episode, we sit down with Tnaya Janca and discuss her journey from being a developer for government agencies to becoming one of the most recognizable faces in application security and cyber security in general. This episode is especially great for anyone thinking about starting a career in cyber security and wants to know how to get started but also contains amazing insights for anyone already in the field wanting to level up.
Show Links:
Personal Website / Blog : https://shehackspurple.ca/
We hack purple community https://wehackpurple.com/
[Book] Alice and Bob learn Application Security https://tinyurl.com/7...2023-07-1048 min
Security UnfilteredEpisode 85 - Tanya Janca - We Hack PurpleSend us a textIn this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Tanya Janca, Application Security Guru and the founder of We Hack Purple & She Hack Purple. She is awesome the author of Alice & Bob Learn Application Security. We had a fantastic conversation and I hope you enjoy it, if you do then please leave a review and share the podcast!Tanya's Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-janca/Website: https://wehackpurple.com/Book: https://tinyurl.com/4ywpcpfxTwitter: https://twitter.com/shehackspurpleDigital...2023-01-0259 min
Security MastermindsWays to secure your applications and reduce the risk of a cyber attack on your applications with special guest, Tanya JancaSend us a textIn this episode of Security Masterminds, Tanya Janca shares her insights on application security, OWASP, and her community, "We Hack Purple." "I would say software developers are more interested in security than they ever have been before they're being pushed that way, but I think a lot of them are just becoming interested in it."Tanya Janca is the director of Developer Relations at Bright Security and founder of the We Hacks Purple community. She is a software developer with over 20 years of experience and is the au...2022-10-2141 min
2B Bolder Podcast : Career Insights & Advice from Succesful Women in Business & Tech#67 Career Podcast Featuring Tanya Janca Developer Relations & Community at Bright Security, also known as SheHacksPurple : Women in TechIn episode #67 of the 2B Bolder podcast Tanya Janca, Director of Developer Relations & Community at Bright Security, also known as SheHacksPurple is our featured woman in tech. Tanya is the best-selling author of Alice and Bob Learn Application Security. She is also the founder of We Hack Purple, an online learning academy, community, and podcast that teaches everyone to create secure software. Tanya has been coding and working in IT for over twenty years, won countless awards, and has been everywhere from startups to public service to tech giants (Microsoft, Adobe, & Nokia). She has worn many hats; startup founder, p...2022-10-0450 min
Software Developers Journey#220 Tanya Janca from dev to PenTester to purple security expertTanja's story started in a computer science family in the 70s, where Tanja fell in love with computers. She spoke about programming in high school, coming out of college during the DotCom bubble, and learning best practices of software engineering she had never learned during her early self-studies. We then spoke about the role communities, and lunch&learn activities played in her career. She described how penetration testing and security slowly made their way into her life. Tanja explained how she discovered the OWASP community and embraced public speaking. And finally, we spoke about creating We Hack Purple, the...2022-09-2051 min