Assent
Assent is a Clojure library for handling user authentication and authorization in web applications. It provides a flexible, extensible framework for integrating various authentication strategies, such as OAuth, OpenID, and custom methods, with a focus on simplicity and security. It is commonly used in Clojure-based web development to manage user sessions, permissions, and access control.
Developers should learn Assent when building Clojure web applications that require secure user authentication, such as SaaS platforms, social media apps, or enterprise systems. It simplifies the implementation of OAuth flows and other authentication protocols, reducing boilerplate code and enhancing security by handling common vulnerabilities like CSRF and session fixation. Use it in projects where integrating with third-party providers (e.g., Google, GitHub) or custom login systems is needed.