READING

IN PROGRESS: I read this for continous exposure to up to date security’s best practices. I also plan to take this exam within the next 2 years.

IN PROGRESS: I am studying this to complete the PenTest+ Exam

COMPLETED: I read and passed the CCNA in February 2024. My goal was to really understanding networking. No regrets at all spending countless hours on this.

Microsoft Certified Associate AZ-104

CompTIA A+

Powershell for SysAdmins

COMPLETED: I have read this to continue growing my knowledge in cloud computing. Valuable read and Azure is truly a powerful platform.

RESOURCE: I have read great portions of this book and have utilized Professor Messer’s YouTube videos on the A+ to supplement. I enjoy the fine details of this material as it is foundation to IT.

RESOURCE: This is valuable to have as a resource and I peice through it when working with Powershell.

Azure Fundamentals AZ-900

CompTIA Security+

Practical Packet Analysis

COMPLETED: This was a key resource that I used passing AZ-900. It was a good read and I would recommend it. The electronic questions and exams are especially a value for study.

COMPLETED: This was my main resource to pass the Security+ certification. My best practices was reading a chapter then taking that chapter’s quiz on Sybex. Studying for the test I used the Sybex questions a lot as well until I had a good handle on the material. I also supplemented my learning with Proefessor Messer & Pete Zerger’s YouTube videos.

PLANNED READING: This book was referred by a good friend and I plan to read this in order to expand my knowledge of Wireshark.

Python Crash Course

Linux Basics for Hackers

CompTIA Network+

RESOURCE: I have this as a resource for Python

RESOURCE: This book I purchased out of my pentest intererest and I’m working through it. My overall goal is to continue to gro in Linux in all areas.

RESOURCE: I have this currently as a resource that I will pick up to supplement my learning. Since I have comleted the CCNA and have a strong understanding of networks. This book is an add on to my learning.