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OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect are foundational protocols for modern authentication and authorization. This cluster covers key topics including authorization code flow, PKCE security enhancements, JWT usage, and implicit flow, helping you fully understand use cases and practical implementation details.
Visual Overview:
sequenceDiagram
participant User
participant App as Client App
participant AuthServer as Authorization Server
participant Resource as Resource Server
User->>App: 1. Click Login
App->>AuthServer: 2. Authorization Request
AuthServer->>User: 3. Login Page
User->>AuthServer: 4. Authenticate
AuthServer->>App: 5. Authorization Code
App->>AuthServer: 6. Exchange Code for Token
AuthServer->>App: 7. Access Token + Refresh Token
App->>Resource: 8. API Request with Token
Resource->>App: 9. Protected Resource
Related Articles
- Client Credentials Flow in OAuth 2.0: Complete Guide with Real-World Examples
- Authorization Code Flow vs Implicit Flow: Which One Should You Use?
- Understanding the Authorization Code Flow in OAuth 2.0
- How PKCE Enhances Security in Authorization Code Flow
- Implementing JWT Bearer Token Grant with ForgeRock: A Practical Guide
- Understanding Client Credentials Flow in OAuth 2.0: Use Cases and Implementation
- OAuth 2.0 vs OIDC: Understanding the Key Differences and When to Use Each
- Implementing Fine-Grained Access Control with JWT
- JWT Decoding and Validation: Essential Practices for Secure OAuth 2.0 Implementations
Stay tuned for the latest deep dives and practical guides on OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect.