Interactive Secure Coding Platform for Application Security

Abstract

Application security has become a critical concern in modern software development due to increasing cyber threats and software vulnerabilities. Developers often introduce security flaws because of insufficient practical training in secure coding practices. This paper proposes an Interactive Secure Coding Platform for Application Security, a web-based learning environment designed to improve secure software development skills through hands-on training. The platform integrates interactive coding exercises, real-time vulnerability detection, automated feedback, and progress tracking mechanisms. The system supports identification and remediation of common vulnerabilities including SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), insecure authentication, and improper input validation. The proposed platform was developed using modern web technologies and evaluated through functional and performance testing. Experimental results demonstrate improved developer engagement, faster vulnerability understanding, and approximately 92% detection accuracy for common security flaws. The system provides an effective practical learning environment for improving application security awareness and secure coding practices.