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Using Git Tools to Manage File Changes and Collaborate: Version Control

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Version control is the practice of managing and sharing changes to documents, programming code, websites or any other files to keep track of what’s been changed, by whom, when and why. All previous versions of files are saved and you can even revert to a previous version. Git is a version control software. Git-portal sites, like GitHub or GitLab, offer many useful features to facilitate collaborative development. This two-part series introduces participants to Git tools. The first session on November 21st focuses on version control. The second workshop on November 28th will explore using Git for collaborative development. Tuesday, November 21st, 1:00 - 4:30 pm (Atlantic time) ****************** This beginner level session will introduce you to Git. We will show you how to create a repository, record changes to files, explore and restore from the recorded history and how to resolve conflicts (when one member overwrites another’s changes). Attendees should have a computer (Windows, Linux or MacOS) on which they install Git before the workshop, following the instructions on https://carpentries.github.io/workshop-template/#git You will also need to sign up for a free GitHub account at https://github.com/ and know your username and password. Lesson Material: http://github-pages.ucl.ac.uk/git-novice/ This session will be delivered online. Participants must register using their institutional / organizational email address (not a […]

A Post Breach Analysis: Okta Support Unit

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About the session With increasing numbers of high-profile identity security attacks hitting the headlines, it is crucial to consider how to safeguard your organization. In today's attacks, identities, especially those with significant privileges, play a central role as attackers focus on exploiting identities and using social engineering instead of relying on exploits and malware. Join BeyondTrust’s Chief Technology Officer, Marc Maiffret and Director of Research, James Maude as they break down some of the common Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) that have been observed in recent Identity and Identity Infrastructure attacks including those that led to the discovery by BeyondTrust that Okta’s Support Unit had been breached. In this session learn about: The growing importance of identity security in today's landscape Research findings on Mercury and Scattered Spider How BeyondTrust's proactive approach helped uncover the Okta Support Breach Okta post breach analysis – privileges and personal accounts Best practices for securing identity infrastructure, including FIDO2 and access policies Successfully navigating the challenges of identity security not only calls for tools that can provide visibility, control over identities and privileges, risk reduction, and threat detection, but also requires a shift within the organization to connect the realms of identity, access, and […]

Identity Security in a Digital Age: Evolutions, Challenges, and Future Prospects

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The digital age has brought about unparalleled convenience, connectivity, and opportunities. Yet, it also presents complex challenges in the realm of identity management and cybersecurity. Traditional perimeter-based security models are increasingly obsolete in today's hybrid digital environments. The rise of cloud services, IoT devices, and mobile workforces necessitates a fresh approach to identity protection and management. The evolving landscape has seen a shift towards identity-centric security frameworks, where understanding "who" is accessing "what" becomes central. With data breaches becoming more sophisticated and targeted, the importance of ensuring the right people have the right access to the right resources has never been more pronounced. In this session, we will delve deep into the intricate world of identity protection and management: The Evolution of Identity in Business: Understand how digital identities have evolved from simple username-password combinations to multi-faceted profiles involving biometrics, behavioral patterns, and more. Trends and Threats: A deep dive into the latest trends in identity management, from self-sovereign identities to decentralized systems, and the associated threats like identity theft, impersonation, and man-in-the-middle attacks. Moving Beyond Perimeters: Explore how businesses are shifting from perimeter-based defenses to identity-centric security models, emphasizing continuous authentication and authorization. Strategies for Robust Identity Security and […]

“Enter if You Dare”: Unveiling the Hidden Dangers Lurking in Your Data Center

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Join us! As Halloween creeps up on us, it's not just the ghosts and goblins that should send shivers down our spines. The real scares are happening in the world of cybersecurity, and they've been happening all year long. But fear not, because in this webinar, Dave Shackleford of Voodoo Security is going to take us on a spine-tingling journey through some of the most disturbing incidents and trends we've seen this year. And the best part? He's going to tell us what it all means for security professionals like us. We'll be diving deep into some seriously spooky topics, including: Major incidents of 2023 that left us quaking in our “boots” and what we’ve learned from them The terrifying world third-party risk and attack chains Why the most dangerous cybersecurity threat of the moment is identity & access risk Exploring risks to AND from machine learning and AI technology and how they can be both a blessing and a curse So, if you're ready to face your fears and learn about the most bone-chilling incidents and issues we face in security, then join us for this webinar. We'll be sharing some hair-raising suggestions for how we can improve our […]

ACENET: Introductory Programming with R

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This workshop series is hands-on, covering the fundamentals of R, including data types, functions, importing, manipulating and analyzing data and data visualization as well as program design, version control, data management, and task automation. Participants will be encouraged to help one another and to apply what they have learned to their own research problems. The goal is to teach the practical knowledge needed to start programming, debugging and using R in everyday tasks. You do not need to have any previous knowledge of the tools that will be presented or previous programming experience but intermediate level experience with a computer is highly recommended. You do need to have a laptop with a Mac, Linux or Windows operating system (not a tablet, Chromebook, etc) on which you have administrative privileges, as you will need to pre-load specific software packages. This workshop will take place on: Wednesday, October 18th, 1:00 - 4:30pm (Atlantic) Wednesday, October 25th, 1:00 - 4:30pm (Atlantic) Joining instructions will be provided prior to the first session. Participants must register using their institutional / organizational email address (not a personal email, ie. gmail)

Make AI Your Writing Sidekick

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Transform Your Blogging with AI—And Get My Secret Sauce! Ever wish you had a co-writer who never sleeps? Meet AI. In just 45 minutes, we'll show you how to draft, edit, and promote blog posts with machine speed and human flair. What you'll learn: How to ideate, draft and edit blog posts with the free version of ChatGPT. Turn one blog post into a social media feast. Prompts to optimize your blog posts for search engine ranking. The top 3 reasons you might want to pay $20 a month for ChatGPT 4 My SECRET SAUCE Bonus: Get a downloadable resource with the exact prompts I use for killer blog results! All this for just $45.

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Candidate registration – SPEED VIRTUAL JOBBING – October 2023

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Eligibility: WE ONLY ACCEPT INDIVIDUALS ALREADY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN CANADA, such as Canadian citizens immigrants, permanent residents, temporary workers and international students. Please note that registrations from individuals without valid status in Canada will not be accepted. ** English version below ** Join us on October 24, 2023 for our Recruitment Flash | Speed ​​Jobbing 100% online An innovative way to find a job! Our Speed ​​Jobbing event connects Nova Scotia employers with skilled bilingual immigrants looking to establish themselves permanently in the local job market. In short, what is Speed-Jobbing? It is an event to connect Canadian employers with job seekers from immigrant backgrounds inspired by the concept of “Speed-Dating”. These are therefore organized and timed meetings with the aim of finding a professional match. Save time in your job search! Speed-Jobbing is the opportunity to benefit from a personalized matching service with employers based on your profile. What are the benefits of participating? express interviews lasting a maximum of 12 minutes a selection of varied employers and job offers a 100% online event (no travel) no queue at the virtual kiosk technical support available at all times What to expect and additional information: A free training session will be offered to all […]