From cloud novice to award-winning game developer: A journey with AWS Cloud Institute
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JC Boissy transformed his career through AWS Cloud Institute, turning from a cloud novice to an award-winning game developer by creating CloudJack-21, a serverless card game that educates players about cloud computing services.
- After losing his job, JC sought to update his technical skills through AWS Cloud Institute
- Completed a comprehensive cloud training program with over 150 hands-on labs
- Developed CloudJack-21, earning an honorable mention in the 2024 AWS Game Builder Challenge
- Used multiple AWS services like Lambda, DynamoDB, and S3 to build the game
- Leveraged AI tools like Amazon Q Developer and Amazon Bedrock to assist development
The program helped JC transition from a project manager to a cloud developer, earning multiple AWS certifications and preparing for a new career in cloud technology.
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