In a previous role as the tech lead of a team building a digital identity solution, I often saw developers using cryptography without fully grasping it. Whether during hiring, onboarding, or working with partners, I noticed a general lack of understanding about how the pieces fit together and why they work the way they do under the hood.

This talk aims to demystify the core concepts of cryptography (hashing, encryption, and digital signatures) in a way that's both accessible and directly useful. We won't dive into algorithmic details or math-heavy theory. Instead, I'll show you that having a basic understanding of those building blocks allows you to confidently approach most of the security you'll be faced with in your everyday work.

This talk is aimed at any developer with a basic understanding of Swift. No prior knowledge of security or cryptography is required.

Attendees will gain a practical understanding of core cryptographic concepts and how they apply to everyday development tasks, helping them build more secure, privacy-conscious apps.