ForgeRock Access Management Core Concepts (AM-400) Course Overview

The ForgeRock Access Management Core Concepts (AM-400) course is a comprehensive training program designed for IT professionals who want to learn about the ForgeRock Access Management (AM) platform. This course covers the core principles of identity and access management and provides hands-on experience through a series of modules and lessons.

Module 1 delves into basic configuration tasks, such as implementing default authentication, protecting websites, and empowering users with self-service capabilities. Module 2 focuses on intelligent authentication techniques, extending authentication functionality, retrieving user information, and increasing authentication security. Module 3 addresses authorization and how to control access and extend entitlements.

Module 4 explores extending services using OAuth 2.0-based protocols, including integration with low-level and mobile devices, resource sharing, and implementing social authentication. Module 5 prepares learners for production environments by teaching them to customize user pages, harden AM security, administer AM solutions, and perform installations and upgrades, as well as clustering.

Lastly, Module 6 covers federating across entities using SAML v.2, teaching learners to implement single sign-on and delegate authentication using SAML2. Overall, this course equips learners with the skills to effectively manage and secure digital identities with ForgeRock AM.