Testing Google Gemini 2.5 Pro for Secure Code Generation

Overview

Discover whether Google Gemini 2.5 Pro can generate secure code for a note-taking app as it's put to the test against security vulnerabilities in this hands-on evaluation of AI's coding capabilities.

Syllabus

• Introduction to the Course
Overview of Google Gemini 2.5 Pro
Course Objectives
Overview of Secure Code Principles
• Understanding AI in Code Generation
Basics of Code Generation Models
Introduction to Google Gemini 2.5 Pro
• Introduction to Software Security
Common Security Vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top Ten)
Principles of Secure Software Development
• Setting Up the Development Environment
Installation and Configuration of Google Gemini 2.5 Pro
Tools and Resources for Testing
• Designing a Secure Note-Taking App
Requirements Specification
Identifying Security Requirements
• Generating Code with Google Gemini 2.5 Pro
Process of Code Generation
Best Practices for Integration with AI-generated Code
• Testing for Security Vulnerabilities
Static Code Analysis
Dynamic Testing and Penetration Testing
• Evaluating Google Gemini 2.5 Pro’s Output
Assessing Code Quality
Identifying Security Flaws
• Mitigating Security Risks
Techniques for Enhancing Security Post-Code Generation
Patching Vulnerabilities in AI-Generated Code
• Case Studies
Analysis of Successful Secure Code Generation with AI
Lessons Learned from Vulnerability Exploits
• Future of AI in Secure Code Generation
Trends and Expectations
Ethical Considerations in AI Code Generation
• Final Project
Develop and Test a Secure Note-Taking App
Documentation and Presentation of Findings
• Course Conclusion
Recap of Key Learnings
Feedback and Future Directions

Subjects

Computer Science