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Zynda
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I recently joined DevRants, and with me joining any new site or media where you can share I am usually the guy who is shy and likes to sit back and watch/read. However I wanted to post a question as I am trying to get a job within the Cyber Security field. I have a computer science degree and honestly I feel like I can't even code at a level I should be able to. I am also currently working/studying for my CompTIA Security+. It has been going good but, I always second guess myself and doubt my abilities. I guess this a a slight rant and question so far.

My question is how can I better improve both my skills (coding, linux, and security) and also my mental. I would say its imposter syndrome but I don't have a job so I don't think it would be fair to say it is. I just want to break into the job field and show people that if given the help and resources I can excel at the task given. I do learn fast and pick things up pretty good. Any help/recommendations is much appreciated, and I look forward to more talks.

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    Idk man sounds like imposter syndrome.
    If you just finished any course you are supposed to refine your skills by working. Just find an entry level job and don't lie about your skills in interviews.

    If they hire you, they do expect you to not be great on day 1. If they did, they would've hired a senior.

    Try with some CTFs if you wish, but I've been told they do not reflect the skills you need on the job.
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    Do you like building things in code? I would do side projects in areas that you enjoy. These could be related to the job you want or something you like. Either way you will get experience building things.
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    Skills: practice
    Mental: Talking with people

    We’re not so far from sims characters
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