Programming opportunity?
Cyberscum
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I work in security and TBH one of my weak spots is programming and understanding it.
My org has an opportunity to attend some Java classes and I am wondering if I should take them up on it?
Would Java be helpful in a sec career?
My org has an opportunity to attend some Java classes and I am wondering if I should take them up on it?
Would Java be helpful in a sec career?
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alias454
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The hardest language to learn is the first one. While Java itself might not be all that beneficial in and of itself, the training might be a good start in setting you on the path.“I do not seek answers, but rather to understand the question.” -
iBrokeIT
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I would think python or powershell would be more useful but java isn't bad.
I would like to raise the point that like taking a foreign language in high school, if don't have an outlet where you will actively use your newly learned language you will quickly forget most of it making for a poor ROI. Food for thought.2019: GPEN | GCFE | GXPN | GICSP | CySA+
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UnixGuy
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I strongly agree with alias454. Take the opportunity, once you learn how to program in Java, learning other languages will be much easier (syntax differences and minor differences) -
LeBroke
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Do it.
Java is quite useful for security. Not because you need Java itself for it (Python or a C++ derivative is probably more useful), but because anything big and enterprise tends to run on Java. And anything more complex than Tomcat has pretty complex configuration requirements.
Understanding Java will help you understand enterprise applications. -
NotHackingYou
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Yes, understanding the fundamentals of programming will be invaluable to you. You'll better understand what error messages like 'object reference not set to an instance of an object' mean, for one.When you go the extra mile, there's no traffic. -
LeBroke
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NotHackingYou wrote: »Yes, understanding the fundamentals of programming will be invaluable to you. You'll better understand what error messages like 'object reference not set to an instance of an object' mean, for one.
Init your variables bro and put in "If x is not null" checks.
