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Just wrapped up the DataSys+ Beta exam! It was an absolute steal for fifty bucks, but they definitely made me earn it: 116 questions total, which included 4 tricky PBQs.

The funniest part? After all that intense database architecture and security prep, I still got hit with a question asking for a specific OSI model layer number. I suppose no matter how deep we get into data, we can never truly escape Networking 101!
Hello Stephen,

Hope this message finds you well?

"Voucher for Core 2 well acknowledged with thanks.
Additionally, I'll like to bring to your notice that I'm yet to receive the voucher for Core 1."

I sent the earlier message in response to the Voucher mail sent to me. I have used the voucher for Core 1, but it didn't work for Core 2. any solution please?

Thanks & Regards.
Rick - Are there any more TTT upcoming? I heard there was going to be a CySA but haven't seen anything yet. Is there a roadmap for the TTT for this Summer/Fall?
Rick Butler
Hey Katie:

Well, all I have is what Stephen posted back in April about feedback for 2026. With most of the TTT's being TBD (probably between release timing as well as finding instructors to teach those TTT's). CySA+ is also on the TBD list, so I think we're all waiting for some more concrete information.

/r
Rick Butler
Hi Stephen! Where do I get the more detailed slides for Cloud+? I am teaching it this month. When I downloaded the PPT, the zip contains simplified PPT only. For example, "CertMaster_Cloud+_CV0-004_M01_simplified". Not a single slide has any notes. They are dated Sep 9 2024. They seem to be some interim slides, just some graphics hastily pasted onto some slides. Appreciate any help. Greetings from Singapore.
Hey there! I am really happy to be a part of CompTIA family

With a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (Networking specialization) and over five years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure, network management, and cybersecurity, including roles at the Data Center also working experience on governmental/non-governmental organizations.
Passed the Security X exam!
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Congratulations man. Any tips? I’m scheduled for next month. Main source of prep cert master. Any recommendations?
James P.
I would say get into knowing basic Linux commands related to account management, finding processes or management of processes that are running, knowing scripting as far as how to identify what elements go into making a script and know what you would do after you identify intrusion. What helped me was THM Pen Tester path and CertMaster.
Stephen,

Does CompTIA have Cyber/IT AG on their radar? Will they be developing training and/or a certification for those that are supporting SmartFarming? I know we have certs that will address some of the components that make up part of the new world of SmartFarming.

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