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Just a heads-up: Everything here is based on my own experience and opinions. Nothing I say should be taken as the views of my employer. The Goal The goal of this article is to share how I broke into the IT field—what worked for me, what didn’t, and the lessons I learned along the way. This is just my path, not the path, and it might not be the right fit for everyone. I’m writing this as if I were talking to a close friend or my own son asking, “How do I get started in IT?” I’ll be as real and detailed as possible in hopes that something here helps you on your own journey. ...

You’ve arrived at my Base of Operations — a digital HQ for data dumps, shifting obsessions, and the occasional rant. I’m Cory, an IT Specialist by trade. This blog is my sandbox — a place to lock in what I’m learning, and to write about the things I’m passionate about. It’s also a bit of a time capsule — something my family can look back on someday and see what made me tick. ...