How AWS Training and Certification helped me move into a technical role at AWS
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This article shares how AWS Training and Certification enabled a career transition from sales to Solutions Architect.
- Author moved from non-IT sales role to technical Solutions Architect over three years
- Started with AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification to build foundational knowledge
- Pursued Associate certifications (Solutions Architect, Developer, SysOps Administrator) for deeper skills
- Advanced to Professional certifications (Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer) for expertise
- Built hands-on experience through pet projects using AWS Amplify and AWS Free Tier
- Leveraged AWS Workshops and Solutions Library for practical learning
- Successfully interviewed for Solutions Architect role by demonstrating design and hands-on skills
- Now advises UK customers on cloud architecture and workload design
The author recommends using AWS Training and Certification resources to develop cloud skills and pursue technical career transitions, encouraging others to sign up for AWS Skill Builder and pursue relevant certifications.
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