The Delightful User Experience of Security

This course aims to explore computer security from the perspective of creating a delightful user experience. The goal is to shift the traditional approach of security being obtrusive and annoying to one where security measures enhance usability. Students will learn about the importance of developing security models that align with user needs, building software to enforce these models, and maintaining both security and user experience. The teaching method involves a talk that covers the basic premises of security, creating user-friendly security models, building software, and addressing new security challenges. This course is intended for developers, software engineers, and anyone interested in improving the user experience of security measures.