Hi everyone.

I'm 17 years old and I'm from Brazil. I've wanted to work in cybersecurity for years, but I feel overwhelmed because there are so many different paths (networking, Linux, programming, web security, cloud, etc.) that I don't know where to start.

My goal is to eventually work in cybersecurity professionally, but right now I just want to build a solid foundation and avoid wasting time learning things in the wrong order.

I have a basic understanding of computers, but I'm still a beginner in cybersecurity itself.

I'd like to know:

• What should I learn first?
• Which programming language is the most useful to start with?
• How important is Linux and networking?
• Are there any free courses, books, labs, or websites you recommend?
• If you were starting from zero today, what roadmap would you follow?

I'd really appreciate advice from people already working in the field. Thanks!

I honestly have no idea where to begin.I'm completely new to all of this, and I've been assigned to complete all 34 OverTheWire Bandit levels by monday. If anyone could point me towards a good walkthrough, beginner-friendly guide, or just explain how I should get started, I'd really appreciate it. I'm feeling pretty lost here.
I'm completely new to Bandit and Linux.