April 21, 2024, 8:05 p.m. | pwn.guide

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Embarking on a career transformation can be a daunting journey, but it's also an exhilarating one. For me, the shift from software engineering to penetration testing was not just a change in job titles, but a complete overhaul of my professional identity and skill set. In this article, I'll share my personal experience and resources like pwn.guide that could help you in your cybersecurity journey.





The Initial Spark




As a software engineer, I was well-versed in the art of building …

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