Why Cyber Con? Tips and Strategies to Get in and Maximize ROI

The Cyber Queens Podcast

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Attending hacking conferences is essential for professionals in the field as it provides an opportunity to learn about the latest developments and technologies, network with peers, and stay up-to-date with current trends. However, attending these conferences can be costly, especially for individuals or small companies with limited budgets. In this context, hacking your way into these conferences, cheap or free, can be a valuable strategy for maximizing your resources. By finding ways to attend these events without breaking the bank, you can benefit from the valuable knowledge, skills, and connections that they offer, thereby enhancing your career prospects and improving your overall professional development.

In this episode, we will explore the cheapest ways you can attend hacking conferences and how they can help individuals to take their skills to the next level and expand their professional network. We will also highlight some of the best hacking conferences around the world, and what attendees can expect from these events. We talk about the Black Hat and Def Con, why people share scary stories about hacker conferences, and the value you can get from conferences. Tune in to learn more about this and other exciting topics!

Notable quotes:

• “If you are scared to do a big con, start with a small one in your area.”

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Chapters

1. Introductions (00:00:00)

2. Why attend conferences, and what’s the value of attending them? (00:01:31)

3. Maril’s first exposure to conferences (00:04:17)

4. The horror stories of going to conferences (00:04:51)

5. About the BlackHat and DEFCON (00:06:12)

6. Why people share "scary stories" for hacker cons (00:08:28)

7. The value you can get from conferences (00:09:07)

8. What you should look for in each conference (00:11:43)

9. Tips to start attending conferences (00:12:36)

10. What is a lobbycon? (00:16:26)

11. How to market yourself in a conference (00:18:29)

12. Strategies for attending cons without paying (00:19:52)

13. Speaking in conferences (00:25:40)

14. Other options for people to get a pass at conferences (00:27:33)

15. The cons that the Queens will be attending this year (00:31:46)