On ethical hackers

I’m a young man from a rural area in China. When I was younger, I really enjoyed playing online games. Later, I discovered programming, and I quickly developed a strong interest in it. I became fascinated by how computers and technology work, and I eventually made up my mind to become an ethical hacker.

However, I soon realized that becoming an ethical hacker requires much more than just learning how to code. The problem is that I don’t really know where to start. I feel a little lost and confused about what I should learn first and how I should build my skills step by step.

Because of the restrictions on internet access where I live, it’s also difficult for me to find the right learning resources and guidance. I don’t know exactly what knowledge I need to learn, what skills I should focus on, or what path I should follow.

So today, I’m here to ask for your advice.

What should I learn if I want to become a good ethical hacker? Where should I start, and what should I learn step by step?