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Practical guidance on building an IT career — from certifications and tools to the books that actually move the needle.

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Why Every IT Pro Needs These 4 Books on Their Shelf

After 20+ years in enterprise IT and 21 certifications, Kerry Hall breaks down exactly why these four books belong in every IT professional's library — and how each one maps to real career growth.

August 18, 2026

IT CareerVMwareSkill Development

From Windows to NSX: Building a Complete IT Skill Stack

There's a logical progression to mastering enterprise IT. Kerry Hall walks through the four-book reading order that takes you from Windows fundamentals all the way to advanced VMware NSX networking.

August 25, 2026