Kontra Application Security Training Redefined.

Driven by security and powered by developers

Developer-first application security training platform

Founded in 2020 by industry veteran Gyan Chawdhary who invented and pioneered the first interactive application security training platform – Codebashing, which was acquired by Checkmarx in 2018.

Having recognized that traditional application security training is boring for developers, with monotonous videos and presentations, Gyan set out to develop an interactive, immersive and intuitive learning experience that engages developers.

Kontra by ThriveDX prides itself on offering training that is based on real-life enterprise scenarios and focuses on translating industry-relevant skills into application security expertise, storytelling, active engagement, and simulations.

The Worlds Largest Interactive Training Library

We are proud to provide over 300 interactive, bit sized modules in our application security training program.
Our large library includes a wide range of topics, including:

OWASP Top 10 for Web
OWASP Top 10 for API
Front-end Top 5
AWS Top 10
Cloud & DevOps
and more

We are committed to staying ahead of the curve by adding new and updated content every month to ensure that our users have access to the latest cybersecurity threats and best practices.

Innovated Training Content

At Kontra, we’re passionate about providing developers with the tools and knowledge they need to build secure code that proactively prevents security breaches. Our cutting-edge training content is designed to reduce the risk of code being compromised from the outset.

We go beyond traditional secure code training by providing hyper-realistic scenarios that draw inspiration from real-life situations and showcase the complete attack cycle. By providing this level of context, we give developers the tools they need to prevent vulnerabilities before they occur. Our platform offers a variety of frameworks and languages that are fully compliant with industry standards, ensuring that developers can build secure code with confidence.

Exceptional Developer Experience

We understand that engagement and investment are crucial to the success of any training process. That’s why we place great emphasis on creating the ultimate developer experience.

Our bite-sized training sessions fit easily into developers’ demanding schedules, while our fresh and up-to-date content ensures that they’re always learning the most current and relevant information in application security. With our visually stunning interface, developers can enjoy a seamless and engaging learning experience that keeps them motivated and prevents boredom and complacency.

Kontra offers a comprehensive and effective approach to secure code training that prioritizes the success of your development team and keep them engaged and invested in writing secure code.

Unmatched Deployment Options

We recognize that the deployment of training programs can have a significant impact on their effectiveness and overall experience. That’s why we at Kontra have developed a variety of deployment options to meet the unique needs of our users.

Our users can choose to utilize our cutting-edge web-based platform, integrate our content with their existing LMS, or access our training through our ThriveDX security awareness program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is your training content OWASP Top 10 compliant? Do you support the latest OWASP Top 10 standard?

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What developer roles are covered? Please provide a list if available.

What languages are covered? (Python, Java, etc.) Please provide a list if available.

What kind of statistics does the platform provide to the administrator?

Does Kontra’s Learning Management System offer creating Teams and Roles?

Do the labs require the developer to complete the task successfully before moving forward?

How often is the content updated?

Is old content refreshed or have new variations added?

Does Kontra’s Learning Platform offer an API (Application Programming Interface)

What third-party Learning Management Systems do you support?

Is there progressive learning - easy, medium, or hard for all modules?

Does Kontra offer training to non-developer roles beyond software developers such as Quality Assurance teams and system architects?

Do all languages and roles have the same/equal amount of content available?

Does Kontra offer an administrative dashboard that allows learning administrators to manage and track users?

Does all content also contain hands-on labs? If not, what content does not?

Does the platform send email reminders to developers for new training?

How often is completely new content and exercises added?

Do your training courses meet any common accreditations or compliance requirements like NIST? PCI? Please provide a list if available.

Does Kontra offer integration with third-party Learning Management Systems (LMS)?

Does Kontra offer Integration with a Single Sign-On provider?

Join Over 100,000 And Growing Kontra Lovers!

Mike Pound

@_mikepound

Brilliant step-by-step walkthrough
of the recent Capital One hack.

application.security

8:20 PM · Aug 21, 2019·Twitter Web App

Christopher Crawford

@lostinostin

Replying to @Jhaddix

Simply checking out application.security makes me want to drop everything I’m doing and hang out with them 😅

1:41 AM · Jan 15, 2021·Twitter for Android

Syed Mushfik Hasan Tahsin

@SMHTahsin33

Don’t Know How I Missed it out, Kontra is a great place for Practicing OWASP Top 10. It has many publicly disclosed bugs recreated for you to practice. WEB | AWS | API | Frontend Bugs.

12:42 AM · Jul 29, 2021·Twitter Web App

Mike Pound

@_mikepound

Brilliant step-by-step walkthrough
of the recent Capital One hack.

application.security

8:20 PM · Aug 21, 2019·Twitter Web App

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Kontra Application Security Training Redefined.

Developer-first application security training platform

The Worlds Largest Interactive Training Library

Innovated Training Content

Exceptional Developer Experience

Unmatched Deployment Options

Kontra by the Numbers

Trusted Around the World

Frequently Asked Questions

Join Over 100,000 And Growing Kontra Lovers!

Mike Pound

@_mikepound

Christopher Crawford

@lostinostin

Syed Mushfik Hasan Tahsin

@SMHTahsin33

Mike Pound

@_mikepound

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