How to create a SANS Index - Free SANS Index sample

Creating an index is an important part of passing a SANS GIAC exam. I discuss my study method and I also show you how to create an index. This is a sample of the Index I used to pass GPEN in 2019:

Fee free to use it, but know that SANS update their books so it might not be accurate. Use it as a template for your index.

Please let me know if you have any questions in the comments below

[SVForestry]

Thanks for sharing! Prepping for my first SANS exam - this is very helpful!

[CFH]

Great video! Do you index the labs? I was thinking of having separate indexes: One for main concepts, Tools, and Labs with outputs and notes. I’ve also seen people create study guides with a table of contents. So many options!

[rehanshah]

Thanks for the precise and awesome video

[moroccomc]

As for those books, how do I get them?
Is there a buy link?
Do they give you a PDF that you can print out, or do you buy it directly?
How much time does a person need to learn a certificate from these certificates? I'm talking about average people?
Does each certification need a different time?

[Hal-Larson]

Are you allowed to use the excel sheet during the exam? I’ve never taken a SANS exam before

[rafishaw]

i am sorry but WTF was that? 10 seconds talking about indexing lol