Interact Differently - Get More from Your Tools Through Exposed APIs

Explore how to maximize the potential of your existing tools through exposed APIs in this 46-minute conference talk from LASCON 2016. Discover how popular software like SonarQube, Jenkins, and OWASP ZAP can be leveraged beyond their primary functions to enhance security testing, create custom dashboards, and streamline workflows. Learn about RESTful APIs, SDKs, command-line interfaces, and plugin systems that allow for extensive customization. Gain insights into practical examples of API integration, including transforming data exports and creating tailored security dashboards. Understand how to overcome common integration issues and utilize the ELQ (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) stack for improved data visualization. By the end of this talk, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to interact differently with your tools, enabling more efficient and effective work processes.