Hack Together
Published by O'Reilly Media, Inc.
Audience-driven security testing
Take a front-row seat in a live ethical hacking session—where you decide the next move. Join cybersecurity expert Dale Meredith for an interactive, audience-driven ethical hacking session where your vote directs the action. Brute-force a web admin portal OR exploit a weakly secured database management interface? Scan for outdated web apps with Nikto OR test manually for reflected cross-site scripting with Burp Suite? It’s up to you.
This engaging hands-on format provides a unique opportunity to explore tools, tactics, and workflows used by ethical hackers while sharpening your own analytical and security skills, whether you're a seasoned security professional or a curious newcomer to the field.
What you’ll learn and how you can apply it
- Understand how ethical hackers approach system vulnerabilities
- Explore penetration testing tools and learn how to use them strategically
- Improve decision-making and critical thinking in cybersecurity contexts
- Discover tips, tricks, and tactics trusted by security professionals
This live event is for you because...
- You want practical insights into how cyberattacks are simulated safely.
- You’re ready to make or observe real-time decisions in a test environment.
- You’re an IT or security pro looking to hone your skills with hands-on content.
- You love learning by doing—or watching others do it and breaking it all down.
Schedule
The time frames are only estimates and may vary according to how the class is progressing.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, at 9:00am PT / 12:00pm ET
- Welcome and introduction (10 minutes)
- Interactive penetration test: Audience-driven demo (2.5 hours)
- Wrap-up, key takeaways, and Q&A with Dale Meredith (20 minutes)
Your Host
Dale Meredith
Dale Meredith is a globally respected cybersecurity author, public speaker, and educator with over two decades of experience. As a Certified Ethical Hacker Instructor and Microsoft Certified Trainer, Dale takes complex cybersecurity concepts and makes them come to life with clarity and humor. He’s the author of the CEH v12 312-50 Exam Guide, The OSINT Handbook, and the soon-to-be-released 100+ Hacking Tricks, Methods, and Offensive Strategies. When Dale’s not on stage at security conferences or teaching for global organizations, he’s giving back to nonprofit audiences—empowering families and communities with the knowledge to stay safe online.