Practical Digital Forensics for Beginners
Why you must attend
Today, everything is digital, evidence is no longer found only in physical files and paperwork, it is hidden in form of metadata in emails, devices, and networks. Every crime leaves a digital footprint. The challenge is knowing how to find it, collect it, and analyze it properly for purposes of court.
Most organizations and individuals struggle with digital evidence. Deleted files, hidden logs, and encrypted data make investigations complex. Without the right skills, critical evidence is lost or ignored. Digital forensics ensures that no trace is left unexplored.
This course is hands-on. You will collect and analyze digital evidence using open-source forensic tools. You will learn how investigators track digital crimes, uncover hidden files, and extract valuable insights from devices. Whether you are a beginner or looking to build a foundation in digital forensics, this course will equip you with practical skills that can be applied immediately.
Key learning outcomes
a) Understand the basics of digital forensics and why it is essential in modern investigations.
b) Learn how digital evidence is collected, preserved, and analyzed.
c) Discover common forensic tools used to investigate digital crimes – open source ones and how to use them well, and the off-the-shelf tools, the differences and how to master both. Remember it is not about the tool, it is about the user of the tool that makes a difference.
d) Gain hands-on experience in recovering deleted files and hidden data.
e) Learn how to trace digital footprints and uncover crucial evidence.
f) Understand the role of digital forensics in cybercrime investigations.
g) Explore real-world cases where digital forensics exposed fraud, hacking, and insider threats.
Who should attend?
a) Cybersecurity professionals who want to build skills in digital investigations.
b) Law enforcement officers and investigators handling digital evidence.
c) Risk and compliance officers involved in fraud detection and cyber risk management.
d) IT professionals and system administrators looking to strengthen security and response capabilities.
e) Legal professionals who need to understand digital forensics in cases involving cybercrime.
f) Students and beginners looking to start a career in digital forensics.
The disappearing ledger
A business owner noticed his money was always short at the end of the day. His cashier swore nothing was missing. Everything on paper balanced. But something felt wrong. Instead of accusing blindly, the owner installed a hidden camera. What he found shocked him, the cashier would steal money, then adjust the sales records to hide the theft.
This is exactly how digital crimes happen. Cybercriminals do not erase crimes, they hide them in logs, deleted files, and hidden records. Digital forensics is like the hidden camera, it reveals what really happened. This training will teach you how to find the missing pieces of the digital puzzle.
Secure your spot now
Digital evidence is fragile. If you do not know how to collect and analyze it properly, it will be lost forever. This course will give you the skills to uncover the truth hidden in devices and data.
Next steps:
- Register today secure your seat. First come, first enrolled.
- Bring your team. Digital investigations require collaboration.
- Contact us for group discounts or more details.
Act now. In digital forensics, the first mistake is often the last chance to uncover the truth. Make sure you get it right. Remember, digital evidence is volatile. You must act queickly and seamlessly.
Date: 24 – 25 July 2025
Venue: IFIS (Physical)
Fees: UGX 600,000
