# Building a Simple Web Application Security Scanner with Python: A Beginner's Guide
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Get started with web application security by building your own security scanner in Python. This beginner-friendly guide teaches fundamental vulnerability detection techniques and security testing principles.
What You’ll LearnLink to heading
- Common web vulnerabilities (SQL injection, XSS, etc.)
- Building automated security testing tools
- HTTP request manipulation and analysis
- Detecting and reporting vulnerabilities
- Responsible disclosure and ethical hacking practices
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