Lessons Learned After Writing 50+ InfoSec Articles

Welcome back, aspiring hackers!
It’s Aircorridor here.

After publishing more than 50 technical articles, I've learned valuable lessons that have transformed my approach to writing. These insights didn't come overnight—they were forged through countless attempts, reader feedback, and the occasional embarrassing mistakes.

Let me share the hard-earned wisdom with you.

1. Don't Blindly Use AI

Here's the hard truth: AI-generated content is flooding the internet, and readers can easily spot it. When I started incorporating AI tools into my workflow, I made the mistake of letting them do too much of the work. The result? Bland, generic articles that sounded like every other tech blog on the planet.

Your unique perspective, personal experiences, and individual writing quirks are what separate you from the sea of automated content. AI should be your research assistant and brainstorming partner, not your ghostwriter. Use it to help organize thoughts, check grammar, or overcome writer's block—but never let it replace your authentic voice.

2. Your Title is Your First and Last Impression

Nobody has the same level of experience or background as you, which makes title creation both challenging and critical. Your title must serve multiple masters: the cybersecurity expert who wants advanced techniques, the beginner who's just starting their journey, and the search engine algorithms that determine whether your content gets discovered.

Test your titles with this question: Would this make someone stop scrolling and click, even if they only have 30 seconds to spare? If the answer is no, keep refining.

3. Writing Schedule and Time Management

Time management for writing is absolutely important, and I've found the Pomodoro Technique to be one of the best techniques for any job. Here's how I structure my writing sessions:

25 minutes of focused writing followed by 5-minute breaks. During writing time, I close all browsers except for essential research, silence notifications, and focus solely on getting words on the page.

4-6 Pomodoro sessions spread across 2-3 days, and the article is ready.

4. Read

Following other blogs and articles isn't just about staying current with trends—it's about understanding what works, what doesn't, and where gaps exist in the current content ecosystem.

But here's the key: don't just consume the content passively. Mark the cool ideas, remember an interesting writing style, or note a good word that might be used in your writing.

This isn't about copying—it's about learning the craft from masters in your field.

5. Experiment

Writing is like any technical skill—you improve through practice and experimentation. When I started, my articles followed a rigid format because that felt safe. But the most memorable pieces I've written came from experimenting with different approaches.

Experiment with different explanation methods—analogies, step-by-step walkthroughs, or theoretical frameworks. Some articles work better with numerous code samples, while others require a more conceptual explanation.

Don't be afraid to fail!

Your authentic writing style will emerge naturally as you experiment and learn what resonates with your readers. The goal isn't to find the "perfect" style—it's to develop a consistent voice that serves your audience effectively.

Summary

Remember: every expert was once a beginner, every successful blog started with zero readers, and every great article began with someone staring at a blank page, wondering what to write.

Keep writing, keep learning, and keep pushing the boundaries of what's possible.