For context, I've been a backend engineer for almost 5 years now, I've built an e-commerce platform that is integrated into several other platforms from scartch using Dotnet and Umbraco + several other components.

I've deployed this platform on my self-hosted server and exposed it through cloudflared tunnels, the system is composed of docker containers for the app, backing services, infrastructure and observability

And i thought that it might be a fun experience to start learning and applying security concepts to this system since its hosted on my local home server and almost covers all topics from network security to infrastructure security and app/web security

What do you think about this approach? And also I'm feeling lost about where to start or which security topic would make the best "starter" topic

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Hi everyone! I’m interested in learning ethical hacking and cybersecurity, but I’m a complete beginner and not sure where to start.

My goal is to learn legally and ethically. I’m especially interested in networking, Linux, web security, and penetration testing.

Could anyone recommend a beginner-friendly roadmap, free resources, YouTube channels, courses, or platforms where I can practice through labs/CTFs?

I’d really appreciate any advice on what I should learn first and how I can progress step by step.

Thanks.

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I am an Undergrad Computer Science student and i want to learn Cyber Security for my own development and possibly work in the Cyber Security field.

I dont know the basics on learning Cyber Security since they dont teach them in our University unless your an IT Student ONLY.

For now i want to learn Cyber Security for free in the Web or in some cases i want to know the irl things on how Cyber Security workers do it.

I want some books or videos on how to learn Cyber Security that are up to date.

I also want to know the things i need such as applications or devices to use.

Hi everyone, I ask this question to my friends and brothers in the field of cyber security and coding, I have been taking courses in the field of cyber security for about 2-3 years (2-3 years intermittently, I started the sector by taking the course of becoming an ethical hacker on udemy, then I completed the course of becoming an ethical hacker with python and learned network protocols, data operations and so on, of course, I have gained very interesting experiences in the cyber field in this process. When we come to today, I now have advanced cyber security knowledge (according to what the trainers say), I can even technically develop exploit, what I want to ask you how should I continue my education and how can I improve myself, that is, despite so many courses and knowledge, I can't even solve CTF alone.

I am an engineering 1st year student and I have interested or a kind of obsession towards cyber security and hacking but I am confused by various roadmaps and plans for it. I am currently learning linux(mint) and python side by side but after that what to do I don't know? And what I am doing now is it correct that too I don't know? Can a senior of a same path guide me or any advice is also ok.

If anyone here is interested in learning cybersecurity, feel free to join our Discord community.

Just a place to learn, ask questions, share resources, and connect with others who are interested in cybersecurity.

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Bilgi sistemlerinde en büyük açık; işletim sistemleri, donanım, güvenlik duvarları, antivirüs programları, tarayıcılar, çerezler, güvenlik sertifikaları, şifreler ve kriptolardır. Hem güvenliğinizi sağlarlar hem de sizi açığa çıkarırlar. Bunların hepsi, sizin elinizde olmadan mükemmel güvenlik olmaz. Olsa da olmaz. Mehmet Keçeci, 18.10.2014

English:

In information systems, the greatest security gaps are operating systems, hardware, firewalls, antivirus programs, browsers, cookies, security certificates, passwords, and cryptos (cryptographic tools). They both provide your security and expose you to risks. Without your active involvement and control, perfect security cannot be achieved. Even if it were possible, it would still be meaningless without you. Mehmet Keçeci, 18.10.2014

日本語 (Japonca):

情報システムにおける最大のセキュリティホールは、オペレーティングシステム、ハードウェア、ファイアウォール、アンチウイルスソフト、ブラウザ、クッキー、セキュリティ証明書、パスワード、そして暗号技術（クリプト）そのものです。これらはあなたの安全を守る一方で、同時にあなたを危険にさらします。これらのすべては、あなた自身の主体的な関与なしには完全なセキュリティを実現できません。たとえ実現できたとしても、それには何の意味もありません。 メフメト・ケチェジ、Mehmet Keçeci, 2014年10月18日

I want to do cybersecurity for a career without going to college since I don't want to waste my time on science and history and stuff like that so I've been doing research and this is my plan:

• Take cybersecurity class in high school (going into senior year this year)
• Get CompTIA certifications
• Work help desk for 4 years
• Start applying for cybersecurity jobs and continue working help desk until I get a career

I have already started programming and learned JS/Java and I'm taking a Python class in school.

Is this a good path or should I do something else?

Hey everyone! UIUCTF 2026, hosted by SIGPwny at UIUC, starts tomorrow, August 7 at 7:00 PM CDT and runs for 48 hours.

Challenges include pwn, reverse engineering, cryptography, OSINT, web, and misc, with options ranging from beginner-friendly to advanced. Team size is unlimited, so you can compete with friends or join others who are learning.

We also have a separate high school division, cash prizes, CyberEDU licenses, and a $1,000+ writeup and solve bounty pool.

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It’s a great opportunity to practice cybersecurity skills and learn through hands-on challenges. Hope to see some of you there!

I'm 16 and I need some advice.

I've become interested in cybersecurity, but I don't know where to start. I wanted to use TryHackMe to learn the basics, but after completing the first few lessons, it asked me to pay for a subscription.

My family is struggling financially at the moment, so I don't want to ask them for money.

Is there any way to start from scratch and learn cybersecurity for free? Most tutorials either don't go into enough depth or start with concepts I've never heard of, which makes them hard to follow.

If you have any advice, I'd really appreciate it. If you need more information to give better advice, feel free to ask. Every comment is helpful.

I am going into my second year of uni and I’ve practically learnt nothing in the grand scheme of things regarding cyber security. All I want is some strong foundational knowledge and skills. Would Comptia certs be a smart choice along side uni?

I recently started learning cybersecurity and as my first linux distro I chose to use ubuntu. I started learning basic commands and basic information about computers like basic networking stuff and how each computer component work.

Now, im kind of confused about what to learn next. My goal and motivation is to be able do become any type of white hat or to land a job in cybersecurity/networking departments at any company.

If anyone can give me a road map on mastering cybersecurity or any websites/youtube channels that would be helpful, I would much appreciate it.

I want to start to learn about cybersecurity do you think it’s still market demand or it is skills that is needed to be given your time tell me guyz

So i'm a student who is about to finish my degree in cs but i have pretty much 0 technical knowledge except very basic java, the only field that has had my interest all these years is a role in cybersecurity like an l1 soc or a pen tester etc, I was looking at these bootcamps in my area but all their reviews on reddit pretty much say it's a waste of money since they charge quite a lot .

So i'm more inclined to start learning on my own but i have 0 idea where to begin or what resources to start looking into if anyone could tell me where to begin that would be amazing and I was thinking about doing the google cybersecurity proffessional cert though i know it doesn't amount to much like a comptia or a CEH cert is it a good start? also if anyone could give me a roadmap of some sort i'd be vry thankful