
17-Year-Old Seeks Advice on Cybersecurity Career Path
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The poster is a 17-year-old who began focusing on cybersecurity at 16, completing TryHackMe (THM) labs, documenting write-ups on GitHub, and planning to learn Python for small projects. They are currently studying computer science/networking with a future specialization in cybersecurity in Spain, expecting three more years of education. Their career interest lies in penetration testing/Red Team roles, and they seek advice on the field’s future prospects and how to gain experience without formal work history.