Congratulations! You are about to begin your journey to earn the CompTIA Security+ certification. This repository is designed to guide beginners from the basics to exam readiness using curated resources, labs, practice questions, and AI-assisted quizzing.
I passed CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) in 20 days by following a structured study plan:
- Watched Professor Messer videos
- Practiced online questions (ExamCompass, iOS apps)
- Did Udemy practice exams
- Simulated PBQ scenarios in labs
- Used AI to quiz myself
This repo provides a concise roadmap, resource links, and guidance for anyone starting from zero.
- Exam: CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)
- Outcome: Passed on December 12, 2025
- Preparation Time: 20 Days @ 2-3 hours a day
- Score: 88% - (792/900)
- Background: Cybersecurity graduate with previous internship and security/compliance experience
- Watch Videos – Start with Professor Messer’s full Security+ playlist.
- Check Exam Objectives – Make a checklist to track progress.
- Practice Questions – Use ExamCompass, Udemy, or iOS apps daily.
- Labs/PBQs – Simulate scenarios in a virtual lab (optional, but highly recommended).
- AI Quizzing – Use ChatGPT or other AI tools for mini-quizzes.
For detailed study tips, AI prompts, PBQ labs, and note-taking advice, see the Study Guide.
| Type | Resource | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Video | Professor Messer Security+ Playlist | Full coverage of exam objectives |
| Practice Exams | Udemy Course 1 | Simulated exam experience |
| Practice Exams | Udemy Course 2 | Extra practice & variety |
| Online Questions | ExamCompass | Quick topic-based quizzes |
| AI Quizzing | ChatGPT / Other AI tools | Generate practice questions, explain concepts, simulate PBQs |
| Mobile Apps | iOS Security+ quiz apps | Daily on-the-go practice |
This study plan helped me pass in 20 days.
However, I already had:
- A cybersecurity degree
- Previous cybersecurity internship experience
- Compliance experience in the financial sector
If you are completely new to cybersecurity, consider extending your preparation timeline to 4–8 weeks and spending additional time on labs and fundamentals.
- Free for learners. No commercial use.
- Feel free to fork, add notes, or improve resources.
- Additional PBQ examples
- Objective-by-objective study notes
- Lab walkthroughs
- More practice questions
- Community contributions
REMEMBER: SECURITY IS A MINDSET, A WAY OF LIFE. YOU HAVE TO LIVE IT TO LEARN IT AND TO BECOME IT. ALL THE BEST ON YOUR JOURNEY!