Fine Grained Authorization, Open Source and Topaz with Omri Gazitt - Authorization in Software S2 E6

This episode explores the concept of Topaz, an authorization engine that unites policy as code, relationship-based authorization models like Zanzibar, and real-time decision-making. We discuss how Topaz is designed to handle fine-grained authorization, crucial in today's zero-trust environments, by making local decisions over local data. Omri Gazitt discusses the architecture of Topaz, including its use of Open Policy Agent (OPA) and a triple store model for data.
You will gain insight into the challenges of authorization, the importance of keeping data and policies synchronized, and how Topaz addresses these issues. The conversation also touches on the practical aspects of implementing Topaz, such as data source integration, deployment models, and the flexibility it offers for different organizational needs.
This episode is essential for anyone interested in the latest trends and tools in software authorization, providing a comprehensive look at how Topaz is paving the way for more secure and efficient application development.