I started buildtestlearn.io to create a space focused on developing functional skills in cyber security. The kind that comes from doing, not just reading or taking exams. I do a fair amount of mentoring these days, particularly with college students or recent graduates. This is my attempt to give them a little bit more than just that.
There’s real value in setting something up yourself, troubleshooting it when it breaks, and seeing how all the pieces fit together. Standing up a home lab, testing out a new tool, or experimenting with configurations, these experiences build confidence and capability.
This site is about sharing that process of building, testing, and learning in a way that’s approachable, repeatable, and practical.