About a month ago, web development sounded like flying a plane—complicated, intimidating, and something only brave or crazy people did for fun. But when I decided to create my own website, I fell in love with the process. There was just one problem: drag-and-drop website builders are expensive. As a college student, paying extra for basic features like hyperlinks or image galleries felt limiting and frustrating.

Staying motivated in cybersecurity can be challenging, especially for online learners juggling coursework, personal commitments, and sometimes isolation. Here are some tips tailored for online students that keep me focused and excited on my journey.

We all start somewhere. The road ahead might seem intimidating, but every step is part of a journey that's uniquely your own—and it has the potential to be absolutely beautiful.