So you want to join the cybersecurity frontier huh?
Listen, I get it. New school, new challenges, and new experiences. It can get pretty intimidating. But that's why we are here, to make your journey as easy as possible so you can focus on what is most important, understanding.
The things you're going to learn at WCSC will change the course of your career forever. Not a lot of people make it this far, and the fact that you're reading this tells me you're ready start start learning about security.
<aside> 😈 “But Jackson I know nothing about computers or hacking or-” that doesn't matter.
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Everyone starts somewhere, even I was in your shoes one time. The most important thing you can do right now is understand the fundamentals. Sure you may not be hacking your first box today, but you'll be able to understand what tools you have and need to learn.
For example, what is one of the most important tool that we have? That's right, Google. Search engines. These bad boys have the accumulated knowledge of the entirety of recorded human history. Yes, even how to Crack that password encrypted zip file with John, or even how to make the best loaf of bread possible.
Understanding how to use search engines to find what you need will be one of the best skills you could ever learn. Not sure how to do something? Google. Not sure how a tool or service works? Google. Everything you need is there.
We on the other hand are here to immerse you into cybersecurity and it's intricacies so you can learn what you don't know. Give you the fundamentals you need to be able to know what to look for when you're stuck.
If you're ready to start learning and start your new journey into the unknown, keep reading.
First, you should familiarize your self with WCSC and what it stands for. I recommend checking this page out.