The Joy of Building a Community through Patreon: My Journey with Cyberlix

zoid
4 min readDec 28, 2022

As a cybersecurity professional, I have always been interested in finding ways to improve the security of organizations and individuals. One area that I have particularly focused on is attack surface management, which involves identifying and mitigating potential vulnerabilities in an organization’s systems and networks.

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After years of research and development, I finally came up with an innovative platform called Cyberlix that I believed could revolutionize the way organizations approach attack surface management. However, creating and launching a new product is an expensive and time-consuming process, and I knew that I needed to find a way to fund my efforts if I wanted to bring Cyberlix to market.

That’s when I decided to start a Patreon page. I saw it as a way to not only secure the financial resources I needed to bring Cyberlix to life but also to connect with and support a community of individuals who shared my passion for cybersecurity. I knew that by offering exclusive content and perks to my patrons, I could build a sense of community and foster a deeper connection with my audience.

Setting up a Patreon page was a smart move for me, as it allowed me to monetize my work in a way that was both sustainable and meaningful. It also gave me the opportunity to continue sharing my knowledge and expertise with others through Cyberlix, which has been incredibly rewarding.

As I worked to bring Cyberlix to market, I faced a number of challenges and setbacks. Despite these challenges, I remained committed to my vision and continued to push forward. I spent countless hours developing and testing the platform, and I was thrilled when it finally reached the point where it was ready for launch.

I knew that launching Cyberlix would be a significant milestone, but I also knew that it was just the beginning. In order to ensure that the platform continued to grow and evolve, I knew that I needed to find a way to fund ongoing development and support. That’s when I decided to start a Patreon page.

I was hesitant at first, as I wasn’t sure if there would be enough interest in my platform to justify starting a Patreon page. But after some research and consideration, I decided to give it a try. I was pleasantly surprised by the response, as my Patreon page quickly gained a number of supporters who were eager to help fund the continued development of Cyberlix.

Thanks to the support of my patrons, I was able to continue working on Cyberlix and bringing new features and updates to the platform. It was gratifying to see my hard work pay off, and I was grateful to be able to connect with such a passionate and supportive community.

Overall, starting a Patreon page was a smart decision for me, and it has played a vital role in helping me bring Cyberlix to market and continue to grow and evolve. I am thankful to all of my patrons for their support, and I am excited to see what the future holds for Cyberlix.

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As I look back on my journey with Cyberlix, I am filled with a sense of pride and accomplishment. Starting a Patreon page was a risky move, but it has paid off in ways that I could never have imagined. Not only has it allowed me to fund the ongoing development of my platform, but it has also given me the opportunity to connect with a wonderful community of individuals who share my passion for cybersecurity.

The experience of creating and launching Cyberlix has been an incredibly rewarding one, and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to make a positive impact in the world of cybersecurity. I am also grateful to all of my patrons for their support, as they have played a vital role in helping me bring my vision to life.

I encourage anyone with a passion for a particular subject or cause to consider starting a Patreon page. It can be a challenging and rewarding experience, and it allows you to connect with others who share your passions and interests. So go ahead and take the leap — you never know what amazing things might come your way!

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If you enjoyed reading about my journey with Cyberlix and are interested in supporting the continued development and evolution of this innovative attack surface management platform, please consider becoming a patron on my Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/cyberlix. Your support is greatly appreciated and will help ensure that Cyberlix can continue to grow and improve. Thank you for your support!

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zoid

Content Engineer at @pentesterlab freelance pentester for Cobalt & Synack.