Forget what movies and WhatsApp "hacks" taught you. Real hackers aren't phishers or crackers — they're curious minds who break systems to understand them, not destroy them. In this session, we go back to the roots: the Jargon File, hacker culture, and the mindset that built the internet. Learn the difference between a hacker and a cracker, how hackers actually think, where to start as a beginner, and the real platforms to practice on. I'll also share my own path — from zero to clearing CEH — and what it actually takes to break into cybersecurity