Every day in December, we’re taking a look back at some of our favorite content of 2025. For today’s pick, Gareth Lockwood, Principal Cyber Engineer, serves up another installment from one of our most-played collections of the year: TypeForge.

TypeForge: Ep.1 – Words (Novice)

This lab introduces learners to foundational typing practice through word-based drills. It focuses on improving accuracy, speed, and familiarity with common cybersecurity vocabulary. 

Why this lab? 

The TypeForge: Words (Novice) lab strengthens essential typing habits that support early technical learning. 

The short, structured exercises encourage clean keystrokes, good error correction, and a steady typing rhythm. These skills are directly applicable to tasks such as writing documentation, preparing reports, or interacting with command-line tools. 

It’s an approachable lab for beginners, and a helpful first step for anyone looking to build confidence before tackling more demanding typing challenges.

I recommend this lab because it’s an easy, practical way to improve typing accuracy while familiarizing yourself with common cybersecurity vocabulary. The combination of timed practice and instant feedback makes it a dependable tool for building everyday efficiency.

Ready to test your skills with a typing challenge? Try TypeForge: Ep.1 – Words (Novice) now.