TOKENS (JWT)

WHAT IS JWT?

• Briefly explain what JWTs are and their purpose.
• Mention that they are commonly used for authentication and

authorization.

CREATING JWTS IN C#

• Using Libraries

• Discuss libraries

like System.IdentityModel.Tokens.Jwt.

• Show how to install the NuGet package.
• Generating a JWT

• Code example: Create a token for a specific user and scope.

• Explain the options (e.g., name, audience, issuer, claims, expiration).

4

Understanding JSON Web Tokens (JWT)

JSON Web Tokens, or JWTs for short, are a crucial part of many modern web applications. They are commonly used for authentication and authorization, allowing secure transmission of information between parties.

Components of a JWT

JWTs consist of three main components: