PEN-200: Penetration Testing with Kali Linux

Balancing my day job while preparing for the exam was a big challenge, but I managed to push through and succeed. The "try harder" mentality fits the OSCP journey very well—not because it's impossible, but because it demands persistence and the refusal to give up.

The OSCP journey taught me to think like an attacker—a critical skill for defending sensitive assets in today’s cybersecurity landscape, and I’m excited to apply these skills in my career. I highly recommend OffSec's rigorous training to anyone looking to elevate their penetration testing expertise or security skills in general.

I would 100% recommend this course to anyone seeking a broad and thorough technical understanding of many fundamental pentest concepts and practices, all delivered through a hands-on, well structured and complete lab environment.

I'm thrilled to have obtained the OSCP certification, marking a significant accomplishment in my cybersecurity journey. OffSec's exceptional training materials, hands-on labs, and challenging exercises play an important role in honing my practical skills and application of the acquired knowledge in real-world penetration testing engagements.

Looking back, this experience taught me more than just technical skills. I learned a lot about my body, my emotions, and the importance of strategic breaks. The OSCP is not just a test of hacking skills, it's a mental and physical endurance challenge for me.

The OSCP+ does not just test your technical skills. It pushes your ability to focus under pressure, to stay disciplined, and to know when to push forward and when to step back and reassess. This was as much a mental game as a technical one. Grateful for the journey and the growth.