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Coding To Ethical Hacking Roadmap

The document outlines a comprehensive roadmap for transitioning from coding to ethical hacking, divided into two main stages. The first stage focuses on learning core coding skills such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and Linux basics, while the second stage emphasizes installing Kali Linux, understanding hacking fundamentals, practicing in labs, and writing basic hacking scripts. It also suggests building a portfolio and optional certifications for career advancement.

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Coding To Ethical Hacking Roadmap

The document outlines a comprehensive roadmap for transitioning from coding to ethical hacking, divided into two main stages. The first stage focuses on learning core coding skills such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and Linux basics, while the second stage emphasizes installing Kali Linux, understanding hacking fundamentals, practicing in labs, and writing basic hacking scripts. It also suggests building a portfolio and optional certifications for career advancement.

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Complete Roadmap: Coding to Ethical Hacking

STAGE 1: Learn Core Coding Skills (3-6 months)

1. Learn HTML, CSS (Web Basics)

Why: Understand websites (important for web hacking)

Resources: freeCodeCamp HTML & CSS, YouTube (HTML & CSS Full Course)

2. Learn JavaScript (Web Programming)

Why: JavaScript is used in websites - major target for hackers.

Resources: JavaScript Full Course (freeCodeCamp), [Link], [Link]

3. Learn Python (Main Hacking Language)

Why: Used for building tools, automation, exploits.

Topics: Variables, loops, file handling, modules, sockets, web scraping

Resources: freeCodeCamp Python, HackerRank Python

4. Learn Linux Basics

Why: Most hacking is done in Linux.

Resources: OverTheWire Bandit, TryHackMe's Linux Fundamentals

STAGE 2: Transition into Ethical Hacking (6-12 months)

5. Install Kali Linux

Use VirtualBox, or TryHackMe's web version of Kali

6. Understand Hacking Fundamentals


Phases: Recon, Scanning, Gaining/Maintaining Access, Clearing Tracks

Types: Web, Network, System Hacking

Resources: TryHackMe Beginner Paths, YouTube Full Courses

7. Practice Real Hacking Labs

Platforms: TryHackMe, HackTheBox, PortSwigger Web Academy

8. Write Basic Hacking Scripts in Python

Examples: Brute-force login, Port scanner, Keylogger, Network sniffer

9. Build a Mini Portfolio

Create simple web pages, Python tools, and document your learning

10. Optional Certifications (Later)

CEH, Security+, OSCP (for career use)

Tools You'll Use:

- VS Code or Replit

- Kali Linux

- Python

- TryHackMe / HackTheBox

- GitHub or Notion

Best path: Start with coding - HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python - then move into Linux and Hacking

tools.

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