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The document outlines a comprehensive roadmap to becoming a master hacker, divided into four phases: Computer & Programming Basics, Networking & Security Fundamentals, Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing, and finally, becoming a professional hacker. Each phase includes specific learning objectives, recommended resources, and tools to master. The conclusion emphasizes that while real hacking is challenging, following this structured approach can lead to elite hacking skills.

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The document outlines a comprehensive roadmap to becoming a master hacker, divided into four phases: Computer & Programming Basics, Networking & Security Fundamentals, Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing, and finally, becoming a professional hacker. Each phase includes specific learning objectives, recommended resources, and tools to master. The conclusion emphasizes that while real hacking is challenging, following this structured approach can lead to elite hacking skills.

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Ultimate Step-by-Step Roadmap to Becoming a Master Hacker

PHASE 1: COMPUTER & PROGRAMMING BASICS (0-3 Months)

Before hacking, you must understand how computers and coding work.

1.1 Learn How Computers Work

✅ What to Learn:

 How CPU, RAM, Storage, OS, Networking, and the Internet work

 File systems (Windows, Linux)

 How programs run in memory

📚 Best Books & Resources:

 Computer Science Crash Course (YouTube)

 CS50 – Harvard’s Free Computer Science Course

 Book: Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software – Charles
Petzold

1.2 Learn a Programming Language (Python First!)

✅ What to Learn:

 Python Basics: Variables, Loops, Functions, Lists, Dictionaries

 Writing simple automation scripts

 Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

📚 Best Books & Resources:

 Python for Beginners – W3Schools

 Automate the Boring Stuff with Python (Free Book)

 Book: Python Crash Course – Eric Matthes

1.3 Learn Linux (Because Hackers Use Linux!)

✅ What to Learn:

 Basic Linux Commands (ls, cd, mkdir, rm, chmod, sudo, etc.)
 File permissions and process management

 Bash scripting

📚 Best Books & Resources:

 Linux Journey – Free Interactive Guide

 OverTheWire: Bandit (Hands-on Linux Hacking)

 Book: The Linux Command Line – William Shotts

PHASE 2: NETWORKING & SECURITY FUNDAMENTALS (4-6 Months)

Hackers need deep networking knowledge to break into systems.

2.1 Learn Networking Basics

✅ What to Learn:

 IP Addresses, Subnets, TCP/IP, UDP, DNS

 HTTP, HTTPS, SSL/TLS

 Firewalls, VPNs, Proxies

📚 Best Books & Resources:

 Cisco Networking Academy (Free Course)

 Computer Networking: Principles, Protocols, and Practice – Free Book

 Book: Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach – Kurose & Ross

2.2 Learn Cybersecurity Basics

✅ What to Learn:

 Password hashing & encryption (SHA, MD5, AES, RSA)

 Common vulnerabilities (SQL Injection, XSS, CSRF, Buffer Overflow)

 Basics of Malware, Ransomware, Phishing, and Social Engineering

📚 Best Books & Resources:

 Cybrary – Free Cybersecurity Courses

 Hacker101 (Bug Bounty & Web Hacking)


 Book: The Basics of Hacking and Penetration Testing – Patrick Engebretson

PHASE 3: ETHICAL HACKING & PENETRATION TESTING (7-12 Months)

Now, you start hacking real systems (legally!).

3.1 Learn Ethical Hacking Tools

✅ What to Learn:

 Wireshark (Packet Sniffing)

 Nmap (Network Scanning)

 Metasploit (Exploitation)

 Burp Suite (Web Hacking)

 SQLmap (Database Attacks)

📚 Best Books & Resources:

 TryHackMe (Best Hands-on Learning)

 Hack The Box (Advanced Hacking Labs)

 Book: Penetration Testing: A Hands-On Introduction to Hacking – Georgia Weidman

3.2 Learn Web Hacking & Bug Bounties

✅ What to Learn:

 How to hack websites, APIs, and databases

 OWASP Top 10 Vulnerabilities

 Find bugs in real companies (Google, Facebook, Apple)

📚 Best Books & Resources:

 PortSwigger Web Security Academy

 Bugcrowd University (Free Web Hacking Lessons)

 Book: The Web Application Hacker’s Handbook – Dafydd Stuttard

NEW ADDITION: CAPTURE THE FLAG (CTF) CHALLENGES


✅ What to Learn:

 Solve real-world hacking puzzles & challenges.

 Compete with other hackers and test your skills.

 Find vulnerabilities in live systems.

📚 Best CTF Platforms:

 OverTheWire – Best for Linux & networking practice.

 TryHackMe – Hands-on beginner hacking challenges.

 Hack The Box – Advanced hacking labs.

 CTFtime – Global leaderboard for hacking competitions.

FINAL PHASE: BECOME A PROFESSIONAL HACKER & EARN MONEY (2+ Years)

Now, you can make money legally by hacking!

✅ Get Certified (To Prove Your Skills)

 Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

 Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)

 CompTIA Security+

✅ Make Money with Bug Bounties

 Join HackerOne & Bugcrowd

 Companies pay $$$ for security bugs

✅ Work as a Cybersecurity Professional

 Become a Penetration Tester, Security Engineer, or Red Team Expert

🚀 Conclusion: Can You Become a Hacker Like in Movies?

YES! But real hacking is harder than movies. It takes years of practice, but if you follow this
roadmap, you can become an elite hacker.

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