CompTIA CertificationWhen I started planning for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) exam, one of my first questions was, “How much is this going to cost me?” As someone who passed with no IT background, I learned that understanding the exam cost and budgeting for prep was key. In this post, I’ll break down the cost … Read more
When I began prepping for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) exam, I kept hearing about “performance-based questions” and wondered, “What are those?” As someone who passed with no IT background, I learned that mastering these questions was crucial for success. In this post, I’ll explain what performance-based questions (PBQs) are in the CompTIA A+ … Read more
When I started gearing up for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) exam, one of my first questions was, “How many questions are on CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam I will face?” As someone who passed with no IT experience, knowing this detail helped me plan my prep. In this post, I’ll explain the number … Read more
This is how I found out What Study Materials Are Recommended for CompTIA A+ Core 1? When I kicked off my prep for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) exam, I was overwhelmed by the question, “What study materials should I use?” As someone who passed with no IT background, I found that a mix … Read more
When I started preparing for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) exam, one of my first questions was, “What’s the passing score I need to hit?” As someone who passed with no IT experience, knowing this target shaped my study plan. In this post, I’ll explain the passing score for CompTIA A+ Core 1, how … Read more
Comparison When I started prepping for the CompTIA A+ certification, I was curious about one thing: “How is Core 1 different from Core 2?” As someone who passed both exams with no IT background, I learned that understanding their differences helped me study smarter. In this post, I’ll compare the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) … Read more
When I began studying for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) exam, I was on a tight budget and wondered, “Are there free practice questions out there?” As someone who passed with no IT background, I’m thrilled to confirm that yes, quality free CompTIA A+ Core 1 practice questions exist. In this post, I’ll share … Read more
When I started studying for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) exam, I was curious and a bit nervous about what kinds of questions I’d face. Having passed it with no prior IT experience, I learned that knowing the question types was key to feeling prepared. In this post, I’ll break down the types of … Read more
When I first dipped my toes into IT, I wondered, “Is CompTIA good for beginners like me?” Having earned my A+ certification with zero tech experience, I can confidently say yes—CompTIA is a fantastic starting point. In this post, I’ll explain why CompTIA certifications, especially Tech+ and A+, are beginner-friendly, share my journey, and offer … Read more
Starting my CompTIA certification journey, I was stumped by one question: “Which CompTIA certification should I get first?” With no IT background, I passed A+ and researched other options to map my path. With CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (ITF+) retiring on July 31, 2025, the choices have shifted. In this post, I’ll guide you on picking … Read more