- by x32x01 ||
One of the best ways to grow in cybersecurity is by practicing through safe, lab-based projects. Here’s a roadmap inspired by community learning paths 
Beginner Level (1 - 30)
Build your foundation with OSINT, DNS, HTTP, VPNs, and CTF challenges.
Learn how cookies & sessions work Practice with Burp Suite basics Explore VPNs, proxies & tunneling concepts Try beginner Capture the Flag labs 
Intermediate Level (31 - 70)
Take it further with forensics, automation, and app security testing. Reverse engineering basics 
Setting up a virtual pentest lab Web sockets & API security Log analysis & intrusion detection Mobile application security 
Advanced Level (71 - 100)
Move to advanced research & simulation projects. Custom scripting with Python for automation 
Web Application Firewall (WAF) bypass research Reverse engineering for malware analysis 
End-to-end pentest simulation (in lab only) Zero-day research methodologies 
Why It Matters:By following this roadmap, you’ll progress from fundamental skills to advanced security research - all in a safe, authorized, and educational environment.