🔐 Secure AI Assisted Development: Building Safer Code with Claude Code, Codex, & Security Driven Prompts

Abstract:
AI coding assistants are transforming the landscape of software development. However, without proper safeguards, these tools can inadvertently foster insecure coding practices, introduce subtle vulnerabilities, and heighten risks within the development workflow.

Join us for a practical and demo-driven session with Jim Manico. This event is specially designed for developers, security engineers, and technical leaders seeking to leverage AI coding tools safely and effectively. Attendees will discover how to:

• Configure a secure AI coding environment 🔧
• Apply security-focused prompt patterns 📜
• Utilize tools like Claude Code and Codex for secure code generation, vulnerability reviews, and test creation

The session will emphasize actionable real-world workflows, enabling teams to define secure coding rules and manage AI tool behavior. Learn how to review generated code for common OWASP risks and integrate AI assistance with human security insights. Participants will depart with a clear framework for incorporating AI into software development while maintaining secure engineering practices.

Thanks to our SPONSOR & Host: MindFort

Speaker Bio

Jim Manico is the founder of Manicode Security, where he assists software engineering teams in building secure applications through practical training and AI-assisted development methodologies. A recognized Java Champion and OWASP leader, Jim has dedicated his career to translating application security principles into actionable engineering practices. His current focus includes Manicode Prompts, a secure coding prompt library that guides developers in code generation and security testing.

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