Linux for Hackers: A Beginner’s Guide to Cybersecurity

GDG on Campus University of Education, Winneba - Winneba, Ghana

Join our free Cybersecurity Base course! Learn the foundations of ethical hacking, secure software development, and build your own web app — in this hands-on cybersecurity workshop powered by the University of Helsinki and WithSecure

May 23, 7:00 – 8:00 PM (UTC)

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About this event

🛡️ Cybersecurity Base Learning Workshop

Step into the world of cybersecurity with the Cybersecurity Base Learning Workshop  a free, self-paced online program developed by the University of Helsinki in partnership with WithSecure (formerly F-Secure).

Whether you're a student, aspiring developer, or tech-curious learner, this course is your gateway to building real-world cybersecurity skills from securing software to understanding how hackers operate.

📅 Event Details

Format: Online, Self-Paced

Duration: ~10–15 hours (flexible schedule)

Cost: Completely Free

Platform: Cybersecurity Base MOOC

Certificate: Free, sharable on LinkedIn

🚀 What You’ll Learn

Core Cybersecurity Concepts: Understand the basics of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and risk mitigation.

Secure Software Development: Learn how to identify and patch security issues in web applications.

Hands-On Projects: Build and intentionally break a web app to explore common attack vectors like XSS, SQL injection, and more.

Tools of the Trade: Work with Linux, terminal tools, and practical scenarios drawn from real-world security cases.

Industry Insight: Learn from leading security researchers and practitioners — with up-to-date course content as recent as 2023.

📚 Course Features

Interactive Modules: Includes videos, exercises, quizzes, and CTF-style challenges.

Flexible Learning: Study at your own pace — perfect for students, working professionals, or weekend learners.

Certification: Receive a free, verifiable certificate upon completion to showcase your skills.

No Prior Experience Required: Suitable for beginners with basic IT or programming knowledge.

🎯 Who Should Attend?

  • University students & tech enthusiasts

  • Self-taught coders interested in ethical hacking

  • Beginners exploring IT & cybersecurity

  • Anyone passionate about building safer digital systems

💡 Why Join?

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity isn’t optional — it’s essential. This course will equip you with practical knowledge to protect systems, think like a hacker, and build secure applications. Plus, it’s 100% free and trusted by learners around the globe.

🔗 Register Now:

Start learning today at cybersecuritybase.mooc.fi

For support, contact the course team via the platform or reach out to the GDG On Campus - UEW community for guidance and study groups.

Facilitators

  • Mathias Senyo Agbeko

    Exams Officer, ICT Edu. Dept

  • Ephrem K. Kwaa-Aidoo

    Graduate Coordinator, ICT Edu. Dep

Moderator

  • Derek Amewuga

    Community Engagement Lead

Host

  • Dr. Stephen Oppong

    GDGoC Advisor

Partner

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Organizers

  • George Arhin-Bonnah

    Lead

  • Kwame A. Afrifa

    GenieLab

    Co-Lead

  • Richard Kweku Aikins

    Suptle

    Technical Mentor

  • Stephen Opoku Oppong

    Faculty Advisor

  • sape francis

    Event Coordinator

  • Derek Amewuga

    Engagement Lead

  • Angela Akatse

    Event Organizer

  • Benedicta Bondzie

    Social Media Manager

  • Stephen Kojo Djangmah

    GDG

    Creative Lead

  • COSMOS OWIREDU

    Cosmos IT Centre

    Frontend Mentor

  • Aba Crentsil

    UX Designer Mentor

  • Hammond Kofi Acheampong

    Mobile Development Lead

  • Jonathan Dzramado

    Web Development Lead

  • Abdul-Halim Bello

    Cybersecurity & Networking Lead

  • Beatrice Coker

    Marketing & Public Relations (PRO) Lead

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