LE No. 09: DE&TH is coming. Dark Web Recording. Date for "Big Thing"? Content Survey.

1. Brand

Something Big Is Coming

Level Effect teases a major announcement—described as "not a course. It's not a CTF. It's something bigger and better"—to be revealed by end of January or early February. The initiative will be "a fully live event with a schedule" requiring calendar commitment.

Content Survey & Career Support

The organization launched a community feedback survey to guide future content direction. Additionally, they're developing a public GitHub repository for interview preparation resources and career guidance, inviting community contributions.

2. Content

DE&TH Course Launch

The course exits early access January 21st with expanded content and contributor credits. Full pricing takes effect February 1st.

Educational Materials

Recent uploads include Doug's dark web introductory walkthrough examining APT case studies and tactics. SOC100 classes 20-21 covered GRC topics, cryptography deep dives, and command-line encryption/decryption demonstrations.

3. Community

Recognition & Milestones

Seventeen students achieved SOC100-1 certification. Community members shared interview preparation strategies and career placement updates.

4. Tools

Recommended resources include HardeningKitty for CIS benchmarking automation and EZTools updates.

5. Takeaway

"Learning is not the product of teaching. Learning is the product of the activity of learners."