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-## Hi Everyone! 
+# 🔒 Cybersecurity Learning Roadmap
 
-## Here are some resources to start CyberSecurity 
+<div align="center">
 
+![Cybersecurity Banner](https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/74038190/225813708-98b745f2-7d22-48cf-9150-083f1b00d6c9.gif)
 
-1. For installing Burp Suite 
-  [BurpSuite](https://youtu.be/VK3n5xgPB20?si=zBHsySXh7-u2cOms)
-2. [Getting started with CyberSecurity](https://hbothra22.medium.com/how-do-i-get-started-in-cyber-security-my-perspective-learning-path-b53065189ba5)
-3.  [PortSwigger](https://portswigger.net/web-security)
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+
+## 🎯 Learning Path Overview
+
+```mermaid
+graph TD
+    A[🎓 Fundamentals] --> B[🛡️ Network Security]
+    B --> C[🌐 Web Security]
+    C --> D[🔍 Penetration Testing]
+    D --> E[🚨 Incident Response]
+    E --> F[📜 Compliance & Governance]
+    F --> G[🏆 Advanced Specialization]
+
+    style A fill:#ff6b6b,stroke:#000,stroke-width:3px,color:#fff,font-weight:bold
+    style B fill:#4ecdc4,stroke:#000,stroke-width:3px,color:#fff,font-weight:bold
+    style C fill:#45b7d1,stroke:#000,stroke-width:3px,color:#fff,font-weight:bold
+    style D fill:#96ceb4,stroke:#000,stroke-width:3px,color:#fff,font-weight:bold
+    style E fill:#f7dc6f,stroke:#000,stroke-width:3px,color:#000,font-weight:bold
+    style F fill:#bb8fce,stroke:#000,stroke-width:3px,color:#fff,font-weight:bold
+    style G fill:#85c1e9,stroke:#000,stroke-width:3px,color:#fff,font-weight:bold
+```
+
+## 📚 Phase 1: Fundamentals 
+
+### 🎓 Core Concepts
+- **[Introduction to Cybersecurity - IBM](https://www.coursera.org/learn/introduction-cybersecurity-cyber-attacks)**
+- **[Cybersecurity Basics - SANS](https://www.sans.org/cyber-security-skills-roadmap/)**
+- **[Getting Started Guide](https://hbothra22.medium.com/how-do-i-get-started-in-cyber-security-my-perspective-learning-path-b53065189ba5)**
+
+### 🖥️ Operating Systems & Networking
+- **Linux Fundamentals**
+  - [Linux Journey](https://linuxjourney.com/)
+  - [OverTheWire Bandit](https://overthewire.org/wargames/bandit/)
+- **Windows Security**
+  - [Windows Security Fundamentals](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/paths/windows-security-fundamentals/)
+- **Networking Basics**
+  - [Networking Fundamentals - CompTIA Network+](https://www.professormesser.com/network-plus/n10-008/n10-008-video/n10-008-training-course/)
+  - [TCP/IP Guide](https://www.tcpipguide.com/)
+
+## 🛡️ Phase 2: Network Security 
+
+### 🔥 Firewall & IDS/IPS
+- **[pfSense Training](https://www.netgate.com/pfsense-training)**
+- **[Snort IDS Tutorial](https://www.snort.org/documents)**
+
+### 📊 Network Monitoring
+- **[Wireshark University](https://www.wireshark.org/learn/)**
+- **[Network Security Monitoring](https://www.sans.org/white-papers/37477/)**
+
+### 🌐 Wireless Security
+- **[WiFi Security Guide](https://www.sans.org/white-papers/1103/)**
+- **[Aircrack-ng Tutorial](https://www.aircrack-ng.org/doku.php?id=tutorial)**
+
+## 🌐 Phase 3: Web Application Security 
+
+### 🎯 Essential Tools Setup
+- **[Burp Suite Installation & Setup](https://youtu.be/VK3n5xgPB20?si=zBHsySXh7-u2cOms)**
+- **[OWASP ZAP Tutorial](https://www.zaproxy.org/getting-started/)**
+
+### 📖 Web Security Learning
+- **[PortSwigger Web Security Academy](https://portswigger.net/web-security)** ⭐ **HIGHLY RECOMMENDED**
+- **[OWASP Top 10](https://owasp.org/www-project-top-ten/)**
+- **[Web Application Hacker's Handbook](https://www.amazon.com/Web-Application-Hackers-Handbook-Exploiting/dp/1118026470)**
+
+### 🧪 Hands-on Practice
+- **[DVWA (Damn Vulnerable Web Application)](http://www.dvwa.co.uk/)**
+- **[bWAPP](http://www.itsecgames.com/)**
+- **[WebGoat](https://owasp.org/www-project-webgoat/)**
+- **[HackTheBox](https://www.hackthebox.com/)**
+- **[TryHackMe](https://tryhackme.com/)**
+
+## 🔍 Phase 4: Penetration Testing
+
+### 🎯 Methodology & Frameworks
+- **[NIST Cybersecurity Framework](https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework)**
+- **[OWASP Testing Guide](https://owasp.org/www-project-web-security-testing-guide/)**
+- **[PTES (Penetration Testing Execution Standard)](http://www.pentest-standard.org/)**
+
+### 🛠️ Essential Tools
+- **Reconnaissance**
+  - [Nmap](https://nmap.org/book/)
+  - [Shodan](https://www.shodan.io/)
+  - [Maltego](https://www.maltego.com/transform-hub/maltego-community-edition/)
+
+- **Vulnerability Scanning**
+  - [Nessus](https://www.tenable.com/products/nessus)
+  - [OpenVAS](https://www.openvas.org/)
+  - [Nikto](https://cirt.net/Nikto2)
+
+- **Exploitation**
+  - [Metasploit Framework](https://www.metasploit.com/)
+  - [Sqlmap](http://sqlmap.org/)
+  - [Gobuster](https://github.com/OJ/gobuster)
+
+### 📜 Certifications to Consider
+- **[CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)](https://www.eccouncil.org/programs/certified-ethical-hacker-ceh/)**
+- **[OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)](https://www.offensive-security.com/pwk-oscp/)**
+- **[CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)](https://www.isc2.org/Certifications/CISSP)**
+
+## 🚨 Phase 5: Incident Response & Forensics (12-15 months)
+
+### 🔍 Digital Forensics
+- **[SANS Digital Forensics](https://www.sans.org/cyber-security-courses/digital-forensics-incident-response/)**
+- **[Autopsy Digital Forensics](https://www.autopsy.com/)**
+
+### 📋 Incident Response
+- **[NIST Incident Response Guide](https://csrc.nist.gov/publications/detail/sp/800-61/rev-2/final)**
+- **[SANS Incident Response Process](https://www.sans.org/white-papers/1901/)**
+
+### 🛡️ Malware Analysis
+- **[Malware Analysis Bootcamp](https://www.sans.org/cyber-security-courses/reverse-engineering-malware-malware-analysis-tools-techniques/)**
+- **[Practical Malware Analysis](https://practicalmalwareanalysis.com/)**
+
+## 📜 Phase 6: Compliance & Governance (15-18 months)
+
+### 📋 Frameworks & Standards
+- **[ISO 27001/27002](https://www.iso.org/isoiec-27001-information-security.html)**
+- **[COBIT Framework](https://www.isaca.org/resources/cobit)**
+- **[SOX Compliance](https://www.sox-online.com/)**
+
+### 🏛️ Regulatory Compliance
+- **[GDPR Compliance](https://gdpr.eu/)**
+- **[HIPAA Security](https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-professionals/security/index.html)**
+- **[PCI DSS](https://www.pcisecuritystandards.org/)**
+
+## 🏆 Phase 7: Advanced Specializations 
+
+### ☁️ Cloud Security
+- **[AWS Security](https://aws.amazon.com/security/)**
+- **[Azure Security](https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/overview/security/)**
+- **[Cloud Security Alliance](https://cloudsecurityalliance.org/)**
+
+### 🤖 AI/ML Security
+- **[OWASP AI Security](https://owasp.org/www-project-ai-security-and-privacy-guide/)**
+- **[Adversarial ML](https://adversarial-ml-reading-list.github.io/)**
+
+### 🏭 IoT Security
+- **[IoT Security Foundation](https://www.iotsecurityfoundation.org/)**
+- **[OWASP IoT Top 10](https://owasp.org/www-project-internet-of-things/)**
+
+## 🛠️ Essential Tools & Software
+
+### 🐧 Linux Distributions
+- **[Kali Linux](https://www.kali.org/)** - Penetration testing
+- **[Parrot Security OS](https://www.parrotsec.org/)** - Security & privacy
+- **[BlackArch Linux](https://blackarch.org/)** - Advanced penetration testing
+
+### 🌐 Browser Extensions
+- **[Wappalyzer](https://www.wappalyzer.com/)** - Technology profiler
+- **[Cookie Editor](https://cookie-editor.cgagnier.ca/)** - Cookie manipulation
+- **[User-Agent Switcher](https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/user-agent-string-switcher/)**
+
+## 📖 Recommended Books
+
+1. **[The Art of Deception - Kevin Mitnick](https://www.amazon.com/Art-Deception-Controlling-Element-Security/dp/076454280X)**
+2. **[Hacking: The Art of Exploitation - Jon Erickson](https://nostarch.com/hacking2.htm)**
+3. **[Black Hat Python - Justin Seitz](https://nostarch.com/blackhatpython)**
+4. **[The Hacker Playbook 3 - Peter Kim](https://www.amazon.com/Hacker-Playbook-Practical-Penetration-Testing/dp/1980901759)**
+5. **[Blue Team Field Manual - Alan White](https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Team-Field-Manual-BTFM/dp/154101636X)**
+
+## 🎓 Free Online Courses & Platforms
+
+- **[Cybrary](https://www.cybrary.it/)** - Free cybersecurity training
+- **[SANS Cyber Aces](https://cyberaces.org/)** - Free tutorials
+- **[Professor Messer](https://www.professormesser.com/)** - Security+ training
+- **[StationX](https://www.stationx.net/)** - Practical cybersecurity
+- **[Coursera Cybersecurity](https://www.coursera.org/browse/information-technology/security)**
+
+## 🏅 CTF Platforms & Challenges
+
+- **[PicoCTF](https://picoctf.org/)** - Beginner-friendly
+- **[OverTheWire](https://overthewire.org/wargames/)** - Wargames
+- **[VulnHub](https://www.vulnhub.com/)** - Vulnerable VMs
+- **[Root-Me](https://www.root-me.org/)** - Hacking challenges
+- **[CyberDefenders](https://cyberdefenders.org/)** - Blue team challenges
+
+## 💼 Career Paths
+
+### 🛡️ Defensive Security
+- **Security Analyst**
+- **Incident Response Specialist**
+- **Digital Forensics Investigator**
+- **Compliance Officer**
+- **Security Architect**
+
+### ⚔️ Offensive Security
+- **Penetration Tester**
+- **Red Team Specialist**
+- **Bug Bounty Hunter**
+- **Security Researcher**
+- **Exploit Developer**
+
+### 🎯 Specialized Roles
+- **Cloud Security Engineer**
+- **DevSecOps Engineer**
+- **Malware Analyst**
+- **Threat Intelligence Analyst**
+- **Security Consultant**
+
+## 🚀 Getting Started Checklist
+
+- [ ] Set up a home lab environment
+- [ ] Install Kali Linux or Parrot OS
+- [ ] Create accounts on learning platforms
+- [ ] Join cybersecurity communities
+- [ ] Start with basic networking concepts
+- [ ] Practice on beginner CTF platforms
+- [ ] Read cybersecurity news daily
+- [ ] Follow security researchers on Twitter
+- [ ] Attend local cybersecurity meetups
+- [ ] Build a professional network
+
+---
+
+<div align="center">
+
+### 🎯 Remember: Cybersecurity is a Journey, Not a Destination!
+
+**Stay curious, keep learning, and always practice ethically! 🔒✨**
+
+[![Follow](https://img.shields.io/badge/Follow-CyberSec_Community-blue?style=for-the-badge&logo=github)](https://github.com/topics/cybersecurity)
+
+</div>