The OpenJS Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of Introduction to JavaScript Security (LFS184), a new free training course now available through the Linux Foundation Training platform.

Funded by the Sovereign Tech Agency, this course was created in collaboration with Socket, led by Feross Aboukhadijeh, and the OpenJS Foundation Security Collaboration Space, to help JavaScript developers better understand and address common security risks in their projects.

A Practical Guide for Secure JavaScript Development

JavaScript powers countless applications worldwide, but its popularity also makes it an attractive target for security threats such as supply chain attacks and malicious packages. The Introduction to JavaScript Security course provides a clear overview of these challenges, covering practical strategies and best practices to help developers secure their applications and manage dependencies responsibly.

Who Should Enroll

• Designed for anyone working with JavaScript
• Useful for maintainers of open source packages
• Relevant for developers building web applications
• Valuable for teams managing enterprise-scale projects
• Suitable for developers at all experience levels
• Helps identify potential vulnerabilities and adopt safer development practices

How to Access

This self-paced online course is offered free of charge and is accessible through the Linux Foundation Training portal.

Robin Bender Ginn, Executive Director of the OpenJS Foundation, shared:
“Security is a top priority for the OpenJS community. This new training empowers developers to better protect their open source projects and the broader JavaScript ecosystem. We’re grateful for Feross and the Socket team’s expertise, and a special thanks to the Sovereign Tech Agency in Germany for making this important resource freely available to everyone.”

We encourage all JavaScript developers to take advantage of this resource and help strengthen the security and resilience of the open source JavaScript ecosystem.