Yusuf M

You know cybersecurity is important. You've heard about hackers, data breaches, and million-dollar ransomware attacks. But where do you actually start? This is Level 1.Eleven sessions that take you from "I'm interested in cybersecurity" to "I just completed my first security assessment." Here's what makes this different: we're not spending weeks on theory. Session 1, you're building your hacking lab. Session 4, you're already scanning networks. By Session 6, you're cracking passwords. Everything is hands-on, everything is practical. Each session follows the same structure: I explain the concept briefly (10-15 minutes max), then we dive into the lab together. You follow along, you make mistakes, you learn by doing. That's how this works. Topics we'll cover: → Setting up your security lab (Kali Linux, VMs, tools) → Linux basics that actually matter for security work → How networks really work (we'll watch packets move in real-time) → Reconnaissance and scanning (your first "hack") → Web application structure (how websites actually function) → Password security and cracking (theory meets reality) → Social engineering fundamentals (the human element) → Cryptography essentials (what keeps data safe) The final two sessions are your project. You'll conduct a complete security assessment of a test environment, Just like the real work. What you need: A computer capable of running virtual machines, willingness to learn, and about 60-90 minutes per session. No prior experience required. If you can install software and follow instructions, you're ready. What you don't need: A computer science degree, prior hacking experience, or expensive certifications. Just curiosity and commitment. By the end of Level 1, you'll have the foundation. You'll understand how systems work, how they break, and how to think about security. More importantly, you'll have actually done it—not just read about it. This is where it starts. See you in Session 1.