43 posts tagged with "phase_two"

In this series we are proposing Keycloak as a superior alternative to commercial identity offerings.

Part 1: Standardized Protocols and Minimal Feature Set Differentiation​

In the realm of Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, it's essential to recognize that many offerings, both commercial and open source, operate on standardized protocols such as OpenID Connect (OIDC), Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), System for Cross-domain Identity Management (SCIM), Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP), and more. This adherence to standardized protocols often results in minimal differentiation at the feature set level across various options. Let's delve into this further:

In the ever-evolving landscape of Enterprise SaaS, navigating the complexities of identity and access management (IAM) can be a daunting task. As a startup striving for excellence in user experience and security, choosing the right IAM solution is paramount. Enter Keycloak, a powerful open-source IAM tool that not only meets but exceeds the demands of modern startups.

Our pal over at Keycloakify has been working on creating a simple OpenId Connect (OIDC) library called, OIDC Spa. As with Joseph's usual approach to user friendliness, OIDC SPA simplifies a lot of the integration work than can come with adding an Authentication and Authorization layer to your application. Follow along as we show you how to integrate OIDC SPA with a Phase Two's free Keycloak instance.

Phase Two has long been big fans of Keycloakify. The work being done by Joseph Garrone is in our opinion some of the best user-focused work in the Keycloak community. Keycloakify brings the ability to theme the Keycloak frontend applications: Login, Account, Admin(coming) using modern toolsets like React or Angular and theming systems like Tailwind or Material-UI. Keycloakify allows you to build quickly and deploy themes to your Keycloak installation in a manner that the existing Keycloak toolset (ftl templates) does not.

We recently gave a talk at the Keyconf24 conference in Vienna on how to extend Keycloak using its extensible SPI structure. In addition to showing what is possible and how to get started in building extensions, we also use our Events and Webhooks extension as a real-world example. The hosts of the conference have posted the video of the talk on Youtube.

Keycloak and Frontegg are two prominent solutions in the identity and access management (IAM) space, each serving distinct needs. Keycloak is an open-source IAM solution with over eight years of development, known for its scalability and deep customization options, allowing organizations full control over user identity management. On the other hand, Frontegg is a cloud-native platform designed for quick deployment and integration, specifically tailored for SaaS applications, offering a user-friendly management experience. In this blog post, we will compare Keycloak and Frontegg based on cost structure, deployment options, customization, scalability, functionality, and support.

Exploring Keycloak as an alternative to PingIdentity for Authentication Solutions

In the evolving landscape of identity and access management (IAM), organizations face critical decisions regarding the tools that will best meet their needs. Keycloak and Ping Identity are two noteworthy solutions, each exhibiting unique features that cater to different organizational requirements. This blog provides a detailed comparison of open-source Keycloak and the commercial offering of Ping Identity across essential aspects of IAM solutions.

In this article we'll be using Keycloak to quickly secure a Angular application with user management and single sign on (SSO) using the open source IAMs Keycloak for Authentication and Authorization. We will demonstrate the integration by securing a page for logged-in users. This quickly provides a jump-off point to more complex integrations.

Exploring Keycloak as an alternative to OneLogin for Authentication Solutions

Keycloak and OneLogin (by One Identity) are both important players in the identity and access management (IAM) space, each catering to different organizational needs. Keycloak is an open-source solution with over eight years of active development, known for its scalability and customization. OneLogin, on the other hand, is a commercial product emphasizing user-friendly interfaces and extensive integration options. This article compares Keycloak and OneLogin based on cost, deployment, customization, scalability, functionality, integration, and support.

Exploring Keycloak as an Alternative to WorkOS for Authentication Solutions

Keycloak and WorkOS are both identity and access management (IAM) solutions that offer various features for authentication, authorization, and user management. While they serve similar purposes, there are key differences between the two platforms that make them unique and suitable for different use cases. Keycloak is an open source platform under active development for over 8 years and known for its scalability and customization options. WorkOS is a closed-source platform that can quickly integrate SSO to an application. In this blog post, we'll explore the key differences between Keycloak and WorkOS, focusing on factors such as cost of ownership, scalability, deployments, and maintenance.