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Learning Cybersecurity

Building skills in Linux, networking, and ethical hacking, step by step.

About Me

Ladan Abdi: Growing Skills in Cybersecurity & IT

Portrait of Ladan Abdi working on a laptop with code and network diagrams glowing on the screen in a dark, cyber-themed room.
Portrait of Ladan Abdi working on a laptop with code and network diagrams glowing on the screen in a dark, cyber-themed room.
Close-up of hands typing on a mechanical keyboard with green backlighting, surrounded by cybersecurity books and notes.
Close-up of hands typing on a mechanical keyboard with green backlighting, surrounded by cybersecurity books and notes.

Quick FAQs

Who am I?

I’m Ladan Abdi, an aspiring cybersecurity consultant based in Minnesota.

What skills am I learning?

I’m building skills in cybersecurity, Linux, networking, ethical hacking, and IAM.

What’s my career goal?

My goal is to become a top cybersecurity professional while being honest about my learning journey.

Why this website?

To share my progress and present myself professionally in cybersecurity.

What’s my style?

Modern, clean, dark theme with easy-to-read fonts and cyber accents.

Projects

Hands-on work showcasing my cybersecurity skills.

Screenshot of a Linux terminal running a network scan tool.
Screenshot of a Linux terminal running a network scan tool.
Network Scan

Performed detailed network mapping using Nmap.

Photo of a virtual lab setup with multiple machines for ethical hacking practice.
Photo of a virtual lab setup with multiple machines for ethical hacking practice.
Ethical Hack

Simulated attacks to identify system vulnerabilities.

Screenshot of identity and access management dashboard.
Screenshot of identity and access management dashboard.
Photo of handwritten notes and diagrams on cybersecurity fundamentals.
Photo of handwritten notes and diagrams on cybersecurity fundamentals.
IAM Setup

Configured user roles and permissions securely.

Security Basics

Studied core concepts of IT security.