droidcon NYC ’19: Data Encryption on Android
Data breaches cost organisations millions—and Android apps remain prime targets. This droidcon NYC ’19 session cuts through encryption theory to show you exactly how to protect sensitive user data on Android, with real-world implementation patterns you’ll use immediately.
AIU.ac Verdict: Ideal for Android developers who need to ship secure apps without becoming cryptography experts. The 22-minute format is punchy but assumes baseline Android knowledge; you’ll want foundational mobile dev experience to extract maximum value.
What This Course Covers
You’ll explore Android’s native encryption APIs, covering symmetric and asymmetric encryption approaches, secure key storage using the Android Keystore, and common pitfalls that leave apps vulnerable. The session walks through practical code patterns for encrypting sensitive data at rest and in transit, with emphasis on choosing the right algorithm for your use case.
Expect hands-on guidance on integrating encryption into real Android projects without performance degradation. The droidcon NYC speaker shares battle-tested approaches to protecting user credentials, payment data, and PII—the exact scenarios you’ll face in production apps.
Who Is This Course For?
Ideal for:
- Android app developers: Need to implement encryption without deep cryptography expertise; want production-ready patterns in under 30 minutes.
- Mobile security engineers: Reviewing Android encryption best practices or auditing existing app implementations for compliance gaps.
- Tech leads shipping fintech or healthcare apps: Require quick upskilling on Android-specific encryption to meet regulatory requirements (PCI-DSS, HIPAA).
May not suit:
- Cryptography researchers: This is applied Android security, not theoretical cryptography; won’t cover algorithm design or mathematical foundations.
- Complete Android beginners: Assumes familiarity with Android development fundamentals; you’ll struggle without prior app-building experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does droidcon NYC ’19: Data Encryption on Android take?
The course is 22 minutes—designed as a focused session for developers who need encryption implementation guidance without lengthy theory.
Will this cover iOS encryption too?
No, this is Android-specific. It focuses on Android Keystore, Android APIs, and platform-specific best practices.
Do I need cryptography experience to benefit?
No. The session assumes Android development knowledge but teaches encryption concepts from a practical implementation angle, not mathematical theory.
Is this suitable for production app development?
Yes. droidcon NYC speakers share battle-tested patterns used in shipping apps; you’ll get code approaches directly applicable to real projects.
Course by droidcon NYC on Pluralsight. Duration: 0h 22m. Last verified by AIU.ac: March 2026.
