# Cybersecurity Learning Platforms <!-- Put the link to this slide here so people can follow --> slide: bit.ly/3uCN0Z4  --- ## Introduction Aspiring cybersecurity professionals need to keep their skills sharp and up-to-date. Thankfully, there are many online learning platforms that offer cybersecurity challenges, exercises, and simulations to help you hone your skills. Here are some of the best ones to check out. --- ## HackTheBox  [HackTheBox](https://www.hackthebox.eu/) is a popular online platform for learning and practicing cybersecurity skills. It features a range of challenges, including application exploitation, cryptography, reverse engineering, and more. The challenges are designed to be realistic and include detailed write-ups to help you learn from your mistakes. --- ## TryHackMe  [TryHackMe](https://tryhackme.com/) is another online learning platform that features a wide range of cybersecurity challenges, from basic to advanced. The challenges are designed to be hands-on and immersive, allowing you to practice your skills in a realistic environment. The platform also includes video tutorials and a vibrant community of users. --- ## CyberDefenders  [CyberDefenders](https://cyberdefenders.org/) is a platform that focuses on cybersecurity defense skills, also known as blue team skills. It offers a range of exercises and challenges related to threat hunting, incident response, network defense, and more. The platform also includes a leaderboard and allows you to compete with other users. --- ## Root Me  [Root Me](https://www.root-me.org/) is a popular platform for learning about cybersecurity vulnerabilities and how to exploit them. It offers a wide range of challenges related to web application security, cryptography, network security, and more. The platform also includes a forum where you can discuss the challenges with other users. --- ## OverTheWire  [OverTheWire](https://overthewire.org/) is a platform that offers a range of cybersecurity challenges focused on command-line interfaces and system administration. The challenges are designed to be fun and challenging, allowing you to learn about Linux and Unix systems in a hands-on way. --- ## Conclusion These are just a few of the many online learning platforms available for aspiring cybersecurity professionals. Whether you're interested in offense or defense, web application security or network security, there's a platform out there that can help you develop your skills. So don't be afraid to dive in, learn by doing, and have fun along the way!