How I Got Into Tech & The Cloud Industry ( With A Degree 😜 )

I really enjoyed Rishab's video about how he got into the cloud industry (link below) so was inspired to talk a little about some of my experiences, about how I got into the cloud industry ☁️. In this video, I take you through some aspects of my journey into the cloud industry, and some things that helped me, which hopefully is also useful for you!
00:00 - Why I made this video
00:19 - How I started programming
01:25 - How long it took to gain confidence
02:01 - How I changed my approach to job hunting
03:14 - Building a portfolio
03:45 - Using Codewars to learn programming
03:59 - Learning proper debugging tools
04:50 - How I transitioned into cloud
05:29 - The "Aha!" moment with cloud
05:58 - Moving into the cloud via joint roles
06:20 - Recap of main points
Rishab’s video on becoming a cloud engineer:
• How I became a Cloud E...
My “big” final year project:
github.com/loujaybee/survivor...
Codewars:
www.codewars.com/
-
▶ A PRACTICAL START WITH CLOUD / AWS
I highly recommend Stephen Mareeks AWS courses. If you’re a total beginner I recommend the “Certified Cloud Practitioner” otherwise the “Associate Developer”. If you plan to take the exam, I also highly recommend Jon Bonso’s practice exams:
geni.us/bonso-practice-exams
geni.us/stephane-mareek-ccp
geni.us/stephane-mareek-dev
Why I recommend Stephane and Jon’s courses:
openupthecloud.com/aws-exam-b...
▶ WRITE A CLOUD RESUME THAT LANDS YOU THE JOB
There is no better book which explain Tech Hiring and how to write a resume that passes tech screening processes than “The Tech Resume: Inside out”. I am referenced in the book and my review (Twitter) is on the homepage. It’s free if you’re unemployed and is priced based on your location.
geni.us/techresumeinsideout
▶ BUILD YOUR RESUME (AS A PROJECT) USING CLOUD TECHNOLOGY
The “Cloud Resume Challenge” is a 12 step. I love the challenge, I’m an active member of the Discord, and I have a whole playlist on KZbin to help you complete the challenge. There is a book (it’s optional), but I strongly recommend it. Get the “Cloud Resume Challenge” book:
geni.us/cloudresumechallenge
▶ CLOUD BOOKS & COURSES COURSES
For my full set of recommended cloud books, courses, best monitors, keyboards and everything else, check out:
openupthecloud.com/recommende...
-
FIND OUT MORE:
Website: openupthecloud.com
About Me: openupthecloud.com/about
LET'S CHAT
Instagram: / openupthecloud
Twitter: / openupthecloud
Twitter (personal): / loujaybee
Legal Disclaimer: These videos are for education purposes only. I am not responsible for any incurred costs or damages from following any of these tutorials. Follow the tutorials at your own risk, taking necessary precautions for cost management, security, etc.

[@anirbanmajumdar9506]

Thank you this is really great

[@ravitejanakka5486]

Thanks for the great content Lou!

[@openupthecloud]

Thanks Ravi! Good to have you around 🙏

[@xaero212]

Great video, I love the editing, makes the video very meaty and to-the-point. How would you start with learning JS? Should I start with HTML?

[@avikamjha438]

Great Content Lou

[@openupthecloud]

Thanks Avikam!! 🚀🚀🚀