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2025

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How I Finally Passed the PMP Exam (After 12 Years of Waiting)

🎯 The Long Road to PMP Back in 2013, I registered for a PMI membership with every intention of pursuing my PMP certification. I downloaded the handbook, bookmarked the eligibility requirements, and even told a few friends that I was going to do it “soon.” Then life happened. For more than a decade, my membership sat dormant. Projects came and went. Teams grew, companies evolved, and yet that little unchecked box — “Get PMP Certified” — stayed on my to-do list. Fast forward to 2024, and I finally decided it...

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Secure Software, Secure Career: How I Passed the CSSLP

How I Passed the CSSLP — My Experience in 2025 After passing the CISSP earlier this year, I decided to follow it up with the Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) certification. For those unfamiliar, CSSLP is an ISC2 certification that focuses specifically on secure software development practices across the full SDLC—from requirements and design to coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance. Where the CISSP is broad, the CSSLP is laser-focused. This exam dives deep into secure software principles, threat modeling, data protection, API security, database hardening, and development methodologies like...

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How I Conquered the CISSP Exam: 9 Months, Top Resources, and Proven Strategies

How I Passed the CISSP Exam After 9 Months of Study Passing the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) exam is no small feat. It’s known for its breadth, depth, and ability to test not just your knowledge but your practical understanding of cybersecurity. After nine months of intense preparation, I’m thrilled to say I’ve joined the ranks of CISSP-certified professionals! Here’s how I did it, the resources I used, and some tips to help you on your journey. My Study Plan 1. Set a Realistic Timeline From the outset,...