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Before taking the CCNP ENCOR exam, there are a few things to keep in mind. There's no reason that you can't pass the exam the first time. To help you do that, I want to share with you some study tips that have helped me pass several Cisco certification exams on the first try. One of the neglected skills required on any Cisco exam is speed. Being able to troubleshoot a 10-router Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) topology is good. Taking 15 minutes to do it is not so good. I can't stress enough the importance of spending quality time with the command-line interface (CLI). You should spend at least 50 percent of your study time on configuring and troubleshooting a variety of topologies and technologies.

There's an old Latin proverb that repetition is the mother of learning. Repetition—in terms of both study and practice—is going to be your best friend. Understanding networking requires making connections that aren't always obvious, and the more you practice and study, the more opportunities your mind has to make those connections. For years I've used SuperMemo (https://super-memory.com), a flashcard-like program that lets you create your own question-and-answer pairs, quizzes you, and shows you how well you're retaining the information. What makes SuperMemo superior to flashcards is that it identifies the information you've already retained, and it doesn't waste time continuing to quiz you on it. That means you can safely load your collection with hundreds of items while still using your time efficiently.

One last tip: As you read this study guide cover to cover, keep a running list of questions and things you're not sure about. Chances are if you find something confusing, a lot of other people did too, and that makes it good fodder for the exam. Be sure to visit https://benpiper.com/encor for book resources, updates, and errata.