Episode 3, The Software Sweet Spot - Balancing Security and Development Speed

In "The Sweet Spot: Balancing Security and Development Speed," Episode 3 of The ActiveState Podcast, hosts Nicole Schwartz and Martin Drohmann dive into the challenges of managing security vulnerabilities while meeting development deadlines. They share practical tips for integrating security practices into your workflow and discuss how ActiveState's tools can help you avoid dependency hell and securely manage open-source projects. Tune in for an engaging conversation on finding the optimal balance between security and development efficiency. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Active State 00:23 Balancing Security and Development Speed: A Friendly Argument 01:33 The Developer's Perspective on Security and Prioritization 03:38 The Security Perspective: Prioritizing Vulnerabilities 05:05 Tooling and Techniques to Manage Security in Development 07:35 The Challenge of Dependency Management in Open Source 10:22 Active State's Solutions for Dependency Management and Security 11:20 The Importance of Frequent Updates and Best Practices 18:19 Concluding Thoughts on Security, Dependency Management, and Active State