As I spend more time experimenting with labs and real-world configs, I’ve started thinking more seriously about which certification path to fully commit to. CCNA is obviously a solid start, but I’ve also seen people explore CompTIA Network+, Juniper, or even cloud networking paths like AWS or Azure certs.
I’m leaning toward CCNA for its well-rounded coverage, especially on routing, switching, and network security basics — but I’d love to hear from those who’ve gone through different paths.
What helped you decide which certification to go for first? And did it align with your job goals or just your interests at the time?
I’m leaning toward CCNA for its well-rounded coverage, especially on routing, switching, and network security basics — but I’d love to hear from those who’ve gone through different paths.
What helped you decide which certification to go for first? And did it align with your job goals or just your interests at the time?