By the end of this project, you will be able to apply different decryption algorithms and techniques using Python. Moreover, you will apply cryptography concepts through completing several practical exercises to build a solid foundation in decrypting information and data using several renowned industry encryption algorithms.
Decryption with Python
Learn, practice, and apply job-ready skills with expert guidance
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
1.25 hours
Learn at your own pace
Hands-on learning
Learn, practice, and apply job-ready skills with expert guidance
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
1.25 hours
Learn at your own pace
Hands-on learning
What you'll learn
Build Python applications to decrypt the Reverse & Caesar Ciphers
Build Python applications to decrypt data using symmetric (Fernet) / asymmetric (RSA) cryptography libraries
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About this Guided Project
Learn step-by-step
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Build a Simple Cipher with Python
Decrypt the Reverse Cipher with Python
Decrypt the Caeser Cipher with Python
Decrypt Files on the Hard Drive with Fernet (symmetric encryption) in Python
Decrypt Files on the Hard Drive with RSA (asymmetric encryption) in Python
Recommended experience
Basic familiarity with Python programming (variables, methods, classes, file IO)
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How you'll learn
Skill-based, hands-on learning
Practice new skills by completing job-related tasks.
Expert guidance
Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.
No downloads or installation required
Access the tools and resources you need in a pre-configured cloud workspace.
Available only on desktop
This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.
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