In this video, the speaker discusses the path to becoming a hacker without spending money. The key points are:
1. **Developing Hacker Characteristics**: To be a hacker, one must have the hacker's mindset, which includes perseverance, creativity, and a drive to find unique solutions to problems.
2. **Self-Teaching and Learning**: Hackers are self-learners who can quickly acquire new knowledge and skills. It's essential to be able to teach yourself and adapt to new challenges.
3. **Foundational Knowledge**:
- Computer Basics: Understanding the components of a computer and how they work.
- Networking: Learning about networking concepts like IP addresses, MAC addresses, DNS, etc.
- Linux: Gaining familiarity with the Linux operating system.
4. **Security Foundations**: Understanding the basics of cybersecurity and security principles.
5. **Coding and Scripting**: Learning programming languages like Python and scripting languages like PowerShell for automation and understanding code.
6. **Cloud Knowledge**: Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, as they are increasingly used in modern IT infrastructure.
The speaker also provides several free or low-cost resources for learning these topics, including online courses, YouTube channels, interactive labs, and websites that offer hands-on challenges. It's emphasized that becoming a hacker is a journey that requires dedication and continuous learning. The speaker encourages individuals to explore these resources to build a strong foundation in cybersecurity and hacking skills.
1. The speaker has a Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity and has taught at a university, but doesn't recommend this path for aspiring hackers. [Source: Document 1]
2. The speaker believes that to become a hacker, one needs a hacker's mindset, which includes perseverance, creativity, and the ability to constantly learn and adapt. [Source: Document 1]
3. The speaker started their journey to become a hacker without spending money on boot camps or certifications. [Source: Document 1]
4. The speaker recommends resources such as Professor Messer's CompTIA Plus course on YouTube, Paul Browning's YouTube channel, and the Google bits and bytes course of networking for beginners. [Source: Document 2]
5. The speaker also recommends learning Linux, which can be done by installing it on a computer or using virtual machines. [Source: Document 2]
6. The speaker suggests learning about security essentials and recommends resources like Try Hack Me, Red Hat Interactive Labs, and Blue Team Labs. [Source: Document 3]
7. The speaker emphasizes the importance of coding and scripting, with Python being a recommended starting language. [Source: Document 3]
8. The speaker advises learning about cloud providers such as Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud, with free training resources available. [Source: Document 3]
9. The speaker recommends resources like Try Hack Me and Hack The Box for learning actual hacking. [Source: Document 4]
10. The speaker suggests reading blogs and following YouTube channels for additional learning resources. [Source: Document 4]
11. The speaker recommends using vulnerable boxes from Von Hub for practicing hacking skills locally. [Source: Document 4]
12. The speaker concludes by stating that there are many paths to choose from once one has the basics of hacking down, from API, IoT, SCADA hacking to web app hacking or active directory and networks. [Source: Document 4]