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Longer-form writing: certification reviews, exam experiences, and anything that doesn’t fit neatly into a technical note. Written from the perspective of someone actively grinding through offensive security, not summarising it after the fact.
How I Passed HTB CPTS: Preparation, Exam Strategy, and Lessons Learned
A full breakdown of how I prepared for and passed the Hack The Box Certified Penetration Testing Specialist exam: study timeline, tools, report writing, and everything I wish I knew before starting.
March 6, 2026
How I Passed OffSec OSEP: PEN-300, AV Evasion, and Exam Strategy
A full breakdown of how I prepared for and passed the OffSec Experienced Penetration Tester exam: PEN-300 course, custom payloads, Sliver C2, exam experience, and everything I wish I knew before starting.
March 6, 2026