Why I Started Ctrl+Alt+Tamieka

Why I started my blog

I didn’t start this blog to pretend I have it all figured out — I started it because I don’t. And honestly? That’s the fun part.

Ctrl+Alt+Tamieka is my space to document the messy, exciting, sometimes overwhelming journey of growing in tech — from software development to cybersecurity and everything in between. I’ve worked in both worlds, and I’ve learned that code and security aren’t two separate things — they’re connected. The better I understand one, the stronger I get in the other.

Over time, I’ve realized I learn best by doing — and even better by explaining what I’m doing out loud. Whether I’m breaking down access control, building tools like my nmapBuddy port scanner, or just trying to understand a new concept, this blog is my learning journal in public.

This space is for:

People transitioning into security
Developers who want to better understand risk
Anyone figuring things out one project at a time

No gatekeeping. No jargon walls. Just honest reflections, tech breakdowns, and probably a little bit of chaos.

Thanks for stopping by — welcome to Ctrl+Alt+Tamieka.

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Tamieka Horne

Hi! I’m a curious and determined learner who started in software development but found my true calling in cybersecurity. I enjoy building tools that solve real problems — like automating scans, analyzing risk, and helping others understand technical concepts without the fluff. By day, I write code and break down security frameworks. By night (and sometimes in the middle of the day), I’m digging into topics like ethical hacking, access control, and authentication systems like Kerberos and LDAP. This blog is where I document my learning journey, share project breakdowns (like my nmapBuddy scanner), and write through what I’m figuring out — whether it’s a new concept or a bug I squashed after four cups of coffee. If you’re someone trying to connect the dots between dev and security, or you just enjoy transparent learning, welcome — you’re in the right place.