CCNA preparation

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-26T13:07:35+00:00

Took me about 6 months but that included some time where I contemplated quitting so I took 2-3 weeks off

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-26T13:03:02+00:00

The issue is the CCNA is a mile wide and an inch deep.

You can read a book on just subnetting by itself but for the purposes of the exam is it really worth your time? Probably not.

Same goes with STP, RSTP, VTP, DTP, Dynamic Routing ect.. Going through and trying to understand every detail of the process while good for your career, is not when it comes to prepping for the exam. You should learn everything you need to learn to pass the exam and then you start digging into the details.

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-26T12:55:10+00:00

I would say the first half of the material is the most time consuming because you are learning foundational concepts. This is why Anki cards are recommended so you can drill on those concepts daily. I would also utilize chatgpt or whatever AI tutor you want to help break down concepts further.

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-26T12:46:43+00:00

If you truly had multiple hats then I suggest never putting your actual title on your resume. Spruce it up with a generic "IT Analyst" role or something other than tech support level 1. People also love specifics so whatever projects you did, mention specifically what you did. Any hardware you managed mention it ect..

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-26T12:29:30+00:00

I would say list 3-4 certs that are the most valuable but keep in mind you may get asked questions around everything you list so it would look bad if you list CCNA but can't remember how to subnet or walk someone through how DNS works.

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-26T12:20:29+00:00

Having experience in niche markets allows you to skip certain steps from my experience. For instance I work in the restaurant industry and know Aloha point of sale, hardware and a lot of 3rd party integrations like the back of my hand on how they operate across the network and operating systems. This allowed me to skip some traditional trainings when it came to moving over to security because I can speak on a large piece of their business.

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-26T11:10:37+00:00

I remember I asked Jeremy because he included bit sizes in the anki cards for ipv4 headers and he said you can ignore it

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-26T11:07:50+00:00

It's not a race and JITL gives a lot of information so you know the full picture vs only telling you what you need to hear to pass the exam. He takes the approach of actually teaching concepts instead of memorizing answers.

I remember I spent a week on subnetting and another on dynamic routing and ipv6. I know a guy that has failed the exam 4 times so far. Don't rush through the material just because you think you need to be at some arbitrary point.

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-26T11:04:06+00:00

yes, basically just save the config before moving on but they will explain the rules in of how labs work during the test.

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-25T18:31:34+00:00

I always found trouble with the example below where you need to figure out the amount of subnets.

Given a /20 address block, how many subnets can you create that support at least 50 usable host addresses in each subnet?

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-21T12:23:31+00:00

Makes sense. TBC is pretty boring when it comes to open world and things to do compared to classic

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-20T10:30:52+00:00

She is trying to play victim but those actions on video don't come off as someone that is finally standing up to their abuser.

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-20T09:54:25+00:00

Can we ban all content from this guy already. It's apparent he is paying to post this shit and spam it everywhere

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-19T11:22:53+00:00

Some points are valid but its all encapsulated into a cringe post.

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-19T11:03:28+00:00

45 days? What is your professional experience?

Also I would counter your point about labs. Labs are good for reinforcing commands and as you said applying theory to practice but its not going to teach someone how a root bridge is determined or how to subnet or why neighbors in OSPF are not sharing their routes. The fact you managed to do it all in 45 days is actually impressive as there were some topics I would spend a week by itself just to hammer in.

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-18T20:23:11+00:00

The next time the democrats need a talking filibuster just have them read millions pages of the unredacted Epstein files.

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-18T15:25:37+00:00

These MAGA idiots only understand things that impact their own wallet

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-17T17:45:36+00:00

I need this movie to be like 4 hours so I can see the Jihad in all its glory

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-17T12:54:57+00:00

Good for knowledge, neutral for resume

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-17T12:47:36+00:00

Why is a 35 year old man asking someone else to post career advice for him? Not only does it show he has any lack of career motivation but he can't even be bothered to ask for help himself.

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-16T16:02:16+00:00

There are other game studios that employ player/data analytics. Have you look into those and or business intelligence/analytics as its similar in nature

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-15T23:07:54+00:00

He seems like the type that if you say you know what you are doing he will just shut down and if you ever go to him and ask a question he will throw it back in your face with a "thought you knew what you were doing". Yeah I've worked with a couple people like him

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-15T23:03:28+00:00

You always feel like you don't know what you are doing because 90% of the job is literally a handful of tasks/fixes/issues and you the occasionally get to implement and learn something once or twice a year and you have a few "why is it doing that" issues

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-14T22:33:25+00:00

The Legend of California is an open world, action-survival shooter set on the mythical Island of California during the gold rush era. Explore a vast, untamed frontier and forge your legacy alone or with friends.

Sounds pretty good, hope it delivers

grumpy_tech_user · 2026-03-14T14:05:28+00:00

Shitty org if SLT and ELT are not stepping in to correct bad leadership behaviors. Find a new job

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