(His videos are often very lengthy and beating around the bush, so here is a short summary)
- Learn basics of IT, Hardware, Software, OS, Networking
Like CompTIA A+, Networking+, Security+ Certificates (they have educational material, no need to do the test)
- Learn how big security is, security domains
How they work together
- Try Overcome Imposter Syndrome
Focus on what you want to do and what you can
- Hobby vs. Career
Separate identities to prevent burnout. You shouldnt work your hobby all the time, I guess
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Work with tools to increase productivity (and use ads lol)
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Join the InfoSec community
Learn from another, projects, conferences
- Take one step at a time
Absolutely. I’m a software dev by day, and a hobbyist admin by night. And cybersecurity involves a bit of both, but honestly, the coding is largely just scripting, which I totally think can be picked up on the side if you’re logically inclined.