JL

Josh Lingenfelter

Director at Bettor Media

About

CS player since 2013, starting with CS:GO and transitioning to CS2. With over a decade of experience in the Counter-Strike ecosystem, I cover skin trading and marketplace analysis, professional player settings and configurations, competitive strategy and game mechanics, and the economics of the CS2 skin market.

As Director at Bettor Media, I focus on creating data-driven content that helps players make informed decisions — whether that's choosing the right trading platform, understanding skin float values, or optimising their gameplay settings.

CSDB.gg is built to be the most comprehensive CS2 resource available, with real-time pricing data from 14+ marketplaces, settings from 860+ professional players, and in-depth guides covering every aspect of the game.

17 Articles Written
2013 Playing CS Since
860+ Pro Configs Tracked
2,062 Skins Catalogued

All Articles & Guides

Trading & Investing

CS2 Skin Trading Guide
Comprehensive guide to marketplace comparison, scam prevention, and profitable trading strategies.
Skins Investing Guide
How to identify undervalued skins, manage your portfolio, and build long-term value.
Best CS2 Trading Sites 2026
Compare 15+ CS2 skin marketplaces and bot traders with fees, ratings, and features.
Case Hardened Pattern Guide
Blue gem tiers, pattern IDs, and pricing for Case Hardened skins.

Game Mechanics & Skills

Crosshair Settings Guide
How to customize your crosshair for better aim and visibility in CS2.
CS2 Movement Guide
Counter-strafing, bunny hopping, and advanced movement techniques.
Grenade Lineup Guide
Essential smoke, flash, and molotov lineups for competitive play.
Advanced Mechanics Guide
Spray control, peeking, positioning, and high-level gameplay concepts.
Audio Settings Guide
Optimize your audio setup for better sound positioning and callouts.

Getting Started

Beginner's Guide to CS2
Everything new players need to know about Counter-Strike 2.
CS2 Ranks Guide
Understanding the CS2 ranking system, Premier mode, and how to rank up.
CS2 Economy Guide
Buy rounds, eco rounds, and money management in competitive CS2.

Technical & Configuration

Float Values Explained
How float values work, wear ranges, and their impact on skin prices.
FPS Optimization Guide
Launch options, video settings, and system tweaks for maximum FPS.
Config & Settings Guide
autoexec.cfg setup, key binds, and recommended competitive settings.
Demo Review Guide
How to watch demos, analyze your gameplay, and learn from pros.

Reference & Tools

Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about CS2, skins, trading, and CSDB.gg.