Training GitHub - Security, CodeQL and Supply Chain

Specialist course · Minimum level required

$3,465

  • 3 days
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: MMU345
10 people max.
$3,465
In-company rate: from $6,290 for the whole team
On-site and certification exam on quote
3 days
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • 82 % of observed software supply chain incidents in 2025 originate in a vulnerable dependency, a leaked secret, or a compromised GitHub Action.

  • The average cost of a supply chain incident exceeds 1,2 M€ according to Snyk State of Open Source Security.

  • Without Dependabot or Code Scanning, critical vulnerabilities remain unremediated for an average of 250 days.

  • NIS2, SLSA, and SBOM requirements are turning contractual: failing to meet them disqualifies vendors from public contracts and large enterprise deals.

Allan BUSI, Learni trainer · AI expert
Allan BUSI

Learni trainer · AI expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction
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Payment by wire transferEnhanced confidentialityPerfect for companies with 50 to 500 employeesScheduling to fit any time zone

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GitHub training objectives

  • Implement GitHub Advanced Security features: Dependabot, Secret Scanning, Code Scanning
  • Write and adapt CodeQL queries to detect your own vulnerabilities
  • Industrialize commit signing and software supply chain traceability (SLSA)
  • Secure GitHub Actions: minimal permissions, OIDC, action pinning
  • Govern organizations: SAML, teams, CODEOWNERS, protection rules
  • Audit the security posture of a GitHub organization and build a remediation plan

Program

GitHub curriculum: 3 modules over 3 days

Module 1 : GitHub Advanced Security and Repository Hygiene

Mapping of GitHub Advanced Security: Dependabot, Secret Scanning, Code Scanning. Activation and configuration of Dependabot (alerts, security updates, version updates). Secret Scanning: built-in patterns, custom patterns, push protection. Code Scanning with CodeQL: default vs advanced workflow. Workshop: remediation of a vulnerable repository.

Module 2 : Advanced CodeQL and Workflow Hardening

CodeQL basics: data model, predicates, classes. Writing queries to detect your own business vulnerabilities. Custom query suites and integration into CI. Workflow security: minimal GITHUB_TOKEN permissions, pinning actions to a SHA. OIDC for cloud deployment without static secrets. Workshop: hardening an existing pipeline.

Module 3 : Supply Chain, Governance and Audit

Commit signing, verifiable releases, SLSA attestations. SBOM: generation, publication, consumption. Organization governance: SAML, teams, CODEOWNERS, base rulesets. GitHub organization audit: complete checklist and tools. Building a prioritized remediation plan.

How GitHub skills are assessed

  • Continuous assessment through workshops and case studies
  • Practical work: complete remediation of a provided vulnerable repository
  • Practical case: audit of an organization's security posture
  • Final MCQ to validate acquired knowledge

How the GitHub course is taught

  • Expert AppSec trainer, certified on the GitHub Advanced Security ecosystem
  • Demonstrations on intentionally vulnerable repositories
  • Practical work on writing customized CodeQL queries
  • Complete kit: security policies, hardened workflow templates, audit checklists

GitHub training: access and practical arrangements

The Training GitHub - Security, CodeQL and Supply Chain program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training GitHub - Security, CodeQL and Supply Chain program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training GitHub - Security, CodeQL and Supply Chain program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your GitHub training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

GitHub: frequently asked questions

What can participants do after GitHub training?+
They can implement GitHub Advanced Security features: Dependabot, Secret Scanning, Code Scanning, write and adapt CodeQL queries to detect your own vulnerabilities and industrialize commit signing and software supply chain traceability (SLSA). Those are the stated objectives of the GitHub program at Advanced level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the GitHub program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: GitHub Advanced Security and Repository Hygiene. Day 2: Advanced CodeQL and Workflow Hardening. Day 3: Supply Chain, Governance and Audit. The GitHub program runs over 3 days, delivered on site.
How is GitHub training assessed?+
Assessment relies on continuous assessment through workshops and case studies, practical work: complete remediation of a provided vulnerable repository and practical case: audit of an organization's security posture. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the GitHub program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does GitHub training cost per participant?+
GitHub training costs $3,465 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $6,290 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does GitHub training take?+
3 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for GitHub training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before GitHub training?+
Mastery of GitHub (PRs, Actions). Practice of YAML and CI. Notions of application security (OWASP Top 10). Experience of at least one major language (JS, Python, Java, Go, C#).
Is a certificate issued after GitHub training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for GitHub training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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