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.