Making The Connections That Matter
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Degree: B.S. Double Major in Labor & Employment Relations and Information Technology & Informatics
Certification: Azure Fundamentals, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Administrator, 3x Cloud Health Certified, Information Technology Infrastructure Library 4: Foundation
Expertise: Cloud Technology (Governance, Marketplace, Operations), Cloud Operations Automation, Automation for Business, AI
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How did you find your place in Tech?
I always asked others in the field what they like/dislike about their role. After hearing their opinions, I'd study on my own with free online resources.
Any tips for newcomers to Tech?
Build a network, those classmates you're in a group project with will be peers and colleagues. Don't waste the opportunity you have to learn from the experts when they're available.
If possible, find someone who is willing to give you direct guidance on your interests.
What's one challenge that turned out to be easier than you initially believed it to be?
Certifications, once I found out about the reimbursement policy there was no stopping me. Even if you can't afford the certification itself, the resources are typically free. There are no excuses if you're hard working it will show.
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