At the end of this module, students will demonstrate their “Secure System” project, combining at least two concepts (e.g., login + encryption + CAPTCHA).Parents will watch their teens explain security logic like a pro — confidently defending what they’ve built.
Welcome to the most thrilling tech adventure your teen will ever experience — becoming a Cyber Defender!In this 2-week live mentorship program, students step into the fascinating world of cyber security, encryption, and ethical hacking using Java-based projects.Guided closely by a YoungGates Cyber Mentor, learners will not only understand how hackers think — but also how to protect systems, apps, and users from digital threats.By the end of the program, your child won’t just learn about security — they’ll be ready to build it.
What Students Will Learn
Session Management : Understand how to secure user sessions and prevent unauthorized access
Encryption & Decryption: Learn how cryptography keeps data safe and private
Hashing with SHA-256: Explore how digital fingerprints ensure data integrity
Encoding & Decoding: Learn how data is transformed safely for transmission
CAPTCHA Creation: Build systems that differentiate humans from bots
DDoS Awareness: Understand how distributed attacks occur — and how to defend them
Secure QR Codes:
Create and use QR codes for authentication and encryptionMentors use interactive analogies, real-world stories, and live coding demos to make cyber concepts intuitive and fun.
Week-by-Week Breakdown Week 1 – “The Art of Defense”•
Introduction to the world of Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking• Learn the basics of encryption, decryption, and hashing using Java• Hands-on mentor-led projects
Mini Projects:
1 Secret Message Encryptor — Create your own encryption & decryption tool using Java logic2 Password Protector — Apply SHA-256 hashing to secure user passwords3 Encoded Messenger — Build a small app that sends safely encoded messages between users
Mentor Role:
Students code alongside mentors in live classes, receive instant debugging help, and get guided through the “why” behind every security rule.
Week 2 – “Building a Safer Digital World”•
Dive into security automation and user protection• Learn session control, CAPTCHA, and defense against DDoS-style overloads• Integrate creativity into cybersecurity tools
Mini Projects:
1 Secure Login System — Build a Java login page with session management & password protection2 CAPTCHA Shield — Create your own CAPTCHA to stop bots3 Safe QR Generator — Develop QR codes that carry encrypted data for secure authentication4 Simulate a DDoS Defense — Understand and visualize how systems respond under attack
Mentor Role:
Encourages independent thinking, helps students link cyber theory with practical protection tools, and challenges them with creative problem-solving.
Outcome & Certification.
YoungGates Certified Cyber DefenderPersonalized Mentor Evaluation & Security Readiness ReportRating & Eligibility for Level 2 – Cyber Specialist (Advanced Java Security & Ethical Hacking)
Mentorship Promise
“We don’t just teach hacking — we teach how to stop it.”
Every student gets:•
Daily mentor-led check-ins and challenge reviews• Hands-on guidance with code debugging• Weekly performance tracking• Cyber challenges to boost curiosity and confidence
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