Brakeman & Jenkins - The Duo Detects Defects in Ruby on Rails Code

Explore a conference talk on integrating Brakeman, a static analysis tool for Ruby on Rails, with Jenkins for automated security testing. Learn how this powerful duo detects defects in Ruby on Rails code, enhancing application security. Discover the structure of Ruby on Rails applications and see practical examples of Brakeman and Jenkins warnings. Gain insights into various security concerns, including issues in application controllers, user controls, views, and models. Understand the importance of proper attribute assignment and admin settings. Dive into the process of creating a Rails application, setting up test units, managing code repositories, and implementing automated checks. Explore how to handle variables, manage inventory without inline code, and optimize your development workflow for improved security and efficiency.