> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://developer.harness.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://developer.harness.io/university/readme/api-application-testing.md).

# Application & API Security Testing

Learn Application & API Security Testing through Harness University

By analyzing API traffic, scanning for risks, such as broken authentication and data exposure, ensures that your application is secure and reliable.

Go to [Harness University](/university/readme.md) for the full catalogue of courses and certifications.

## Self-Paced Training

Free self-paced courses that you can consume on your own time.

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><img src="https://2307127582-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Feh03Q8VHpO02MFM5nUSL%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-8d9330b11e4adb2c19a6b64b4a75262530fb0ef8%2Fplatform.svg?alt=media" alt="" data-size="line"> <strong>Harness Platform Fundamentals</strong></td><td>Self-paced video course introducing the Harness Platform.<br><em>Product version: Free Plans of any module</em></td><td><a href="https://university-registration.harness.io/self-paced-training-platform-fundamentals">https://university-registration.harness.io/self-paced-training-platform-fundamentals</a></td></tr><tr><td><img src="https://2307127582-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Feh03Q8VHpO02MFM5nUSL%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-8d9330b11e4adb2c19a6b64b4a75262530fb0ef8%2Fplatform.svg?alt=media" alt="" data-size="line"> <strong>Introduction to AI Agents</strong></td><td>Self-paced tidbit introducing the Custom AI Agents.<br><em>Product version: Paid Plans of any module</em></td><td><a href="https://university-registration.harness.io/self-paced-training-tidbit-custom-ai-agents">https://university-registration.harness.io/self-paced-training-tidbit-custom-ai-agents</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Instructor-Led Training

Intensive two-day courses are designed for engineers looking to deepen their understanding and expertise in Harness.

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><img src="https://2307127582-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Feh03Q8VHpO02MFM5nUSL%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-8d9330b11e4adb2c19a6b64b4a75262530fb0ef8%2Fplatform.svg?alt=media" alt="" data-size="line"> <strong>Introduction to the Harness Platform</strong></td><td>Self-paced hands-on, prerequisite course to all module-specific ILT courses.<br><em>Product version: Paid Plans of any module</em></td><td><a href="https://university-registration.harness.io/introduction-to-the-harness-platform">https://university-registration.harness.io/introduction-to-the-harness-platform</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Certifications

Test and validate your knowledge of Harness by becoming a Harness Certified Expert.

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### Application & API Security Testing- Developer (BETA COMING SOON)

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**Product version:** API & Application Security Testing Paid Plans

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Assesses the fundamental skills to manage your posture with API & Application Security Testing projects.
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Assesses the fundamental skills to deploy and maintain Application & API Runtime Protection projects and the overall Harness Platform.
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### Application & API Security Testing - Architect (BETA COMING SOON)

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Assess key technical job functions and advanced skills in design, implementation and management of Application & API Security Testing.
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