Data Protection by Design for Software Engineers
Embed GDPR privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default principles into every stage of the software development lifecycle.
About This Course
About This Course
As privacy regulations become increasingly stringent, organisations are required to ensure that their software solutions not only comply with these regulations but also protect user data and privacy by design. This course equips professionals with the knowledge and skills required to create privacy-focused solutions that meet regulatory requirements and build user trust. Participants gain a comprehensive understanding of Privacy by Design and Privacy by Default concepts, learning to incorporate them into every stage of the software development lifecycle.
What You Will Learn
- Apply the seven foundational principles of Privacy by Design
- Translate GDPR Article 25 requirements into engineering decisions
- Conduct data flow analysis and implement purpose limitation patterns
- Build consent flows, automate data subject access requests, and enforce retention policies
- Conduct lightweight Data Protection Impact Assessments within agile workflows
Prerequisites
- Experience with software development (any language or framework)
- Basic understanding of GDPR principles
- No prior privacy engineering experience required
Agenda
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Privacy by Design Principles · 45 min
The seven foundational principles. GDPR Article 25 requirements and their translation into engineering decisions. -
Privacy in Architecture and Data Flows · 60 min
Data flow analysis, purpose limitation patterns, and storage minimisation. Designing systems that enforce privacy by default. -
Consent, Rights, and Compliance Automation · 60 min
Building consent flows, automating data subject access requests, and implementing retention policies in code. -
DPIAs for Development Teams · 45 min
Conducting lightweight Data Protection Impact Assessments within agile workflows. Templates and practical exercises.