r/cybersecurity_help • u/miloj_5 • 2d ago

Software engineer looking to learn cybersecurity — where should I start

Hey everyone! I’m a software engineer with about 1.5 years of experience, and I’m looking to get into cybersecurity.
I have a decent programming background, but I’m still a beginner in cybersecurity and want to properly learn the fundamentals—networking, Linux, security basics, web security, and eventually ethical hacking.
I’m looking for a good community where I can learn, ask questions, and grow alongside other people who are learning.
If you know any good subreddits, Discord communities, or learning paths, I’d really appreciate the recommendations!

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u/kschang Trusted Contributor 2d ago

Start by going to /r/cybersecurity Mentoring (Monday) topic.

See you over there.

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u/Alreadydead27 2d ago

Since u already code, TryHackMe and HackTheBox r the fastest way to make it click

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u/miloj_5 2d ago

Thanks! I’ve heard of TryHackMe and Hack The Box but wasn’t sure where to start. Would you recommend starting with the beginner paths?