How we became AWS Solutions Architects

[@Emma4dfuture]

The fact that Rachel came from a building architecture background just like me, is every bit encouraging!!!!!!

[@mirali9046]

Me too. I have a masters in architecture in construction. And now I am into tech working at an intermediate level and looking to gain skills at 34. Never too late.

[@ammaryasser5610]

Huge shout out to you for posting this. I'm an architect too and I'm one year away from graduating, and like Rachel I'm also shifting to tech. Currently studying for my SA Pro. Highly motivated after seeing this 🙌

[@TechwithLucy]

Ooh nice! Similar situation, best of luck! 💪

[@iLeanonsyrup]

A sa is basically a business/salesman you'll speak to higher ups about what would be best for their business and the engineers are the ones that actually build/fix.

[@rp3823]

It’s always best to hear a fresh perspective and to get a reminder on needed skill sets. 😎🍷

[@TechwithLucy]

Definitely 😄

[@geraldgray1892]

Im currently in IT and just pass my AWS Practioner Exam last week, studying for AWS Solution Architect Exam to take in 4weeks. hoping to make transition into Solution Architect role, this video helps

[@TechwithLucy]

Glad you found the video helpful :))

[@elijahmay3210]

Hows the journey to the role going?

[@geraldgray1892]

@@elijahmay3210 I took my AWS Solution Architect exam yesterday and failed with 694. Need to do more studying. I'm disappointed but hopeful that I am moving in the right direction

[@Daniel-ll2cl]

@@TechwithLucy how long do u think it will take to do the exam

[@HappyWonderer]

@@geraldgray1892 how you getting on now?

[@adyflores6782]

Thank you ladies! I am currently taking up Organizational Psychology. I am also enrolled in solutions architecture certification and training on AWS site. ❤

[@AnkitChris]

Am absolute beginner. Started on 1 july 2024. Am excited to watch your videos. Very helpful. Thank you. Ankit

[@sachinvarma5197]

Lucy thanks for helping, I earned prac cert now I'm preparing for SSA.

[@TechwithLucy]

Amazing! Goodluck for SAA 💪

[@TheMiguel710]

Hi! I understand that the SA does not write code for the clients. My questions is does the AWS SA performs technical solutions frequently or is the role more towards project management in the sense there is lots of clients alignment meetings?

[@nombre1248]

Following

[@betoreyes3564]

I would also like to hear an answer for this question

[@sameedalgora8490]

I think SA's is like a pre-sales position. Where you are selling and architecting the clients needs.

[@myob2k]

Hey love your videos and insight. I just changed my major to Cloud computing so I am looking forward to this journey ahead.

[@dratlassian]

Got my cloud practitioner and Solution Architect Associate, and Solution Architect Pro in 3 weeks. Use the practice exams, you don’t really need to know this stuff 😂😂😅

[@DesertCRJT]

This is awesome! I'm a mine geologist and am interested in making a transition to this job role. Thanks for featuring this story! All of your videos have been great so far--thank you!!

[@darma8159]

If you happen to get hired is still not a good idea. Amazon = limited career advancement opportunities, high competition for job openings, and a rapidly evolving technology landscape requiring continuous upskilling. Managers are frugal (Cheap) Also they don't take feedback. just mho.

[@johnczech7074]

Thank you ladies! This was very informative!

[@TechwithLucy]

Thanks for watching!

[@JudahIsrael-k8u]

Does the slack group still exist? If so is there a new link I can use to join?

[@bri7193]

Hi! Is the slack Still active ? I tried to join but the link is no longer valid 😕

[@zoomair60]

Hi, your videos have been very helpful, as I am concerning switching my career firm health care to cloud. I am a working parent and was wondering if most cloud practitioner and solutions architect jobs are remote or are they now being requested to come back to the office since COVID has been going down?

[@thawhtinaung9012]

Dear Mrs Lucy,do I need some kind of networking background to become a cloud computing specialist.

[@zulkaifalimalik6919]

How we can get an internship at Aws before clearing a certification?

[@VerticalVee]

I'm doing the exact same thing. I just graduated with my bachelors in architecture but have come to the conclusion that it may not be for me. I'm interested in transitioning into AWS as a solution architect instead, but I've been hearing so many different ways, do's and don'ts on how to start that i feel like i still have no real foothold on how to start.

[@devika6127]

Thank you Lucy for another great video 👍😊

[@TechwithLucy]

No worries 😃

[@lulberserk1418]

I'm currently working in IT as a networking admin, but would like to transition to become an AWS SA. I'm currently enrolled in "Solutions Architect Learning Plan", but aren't sure if this is where i should "begin". Do you think this is the right step? let me know!

[@felixsesero4694]

wow this is encouraging i just have the passion of becoming an AWS solutions architect as a begginer from a neutral background where do i start?

[@nira3188]

Thanks for sharing your experience information

[@jerbear97]

rachel's aussie accent is so good

[@douglashernandes689]

I work as system analyst in Cobol/Mainframe and I want to learn and gain experience in cloud but with no cloud experience how could I begin? What would you suggest?

[@rodoherty1]

The ability to converse comfortably with c-suite executives is a large gap in my skill-set. I have one pro cert and I'm working on the second so I'm somewhat there from a technical stance (I still have lots to learn). How long did it take you to get comfortable talking to customers and helping shape their opinions?

[@kowtham2138]

I don't know coding Is that possible, I'm able to become a AWS solution architect?

[@TechwithLucy]

Have a look at my video where I explain if you need coding :)

[@leecoates]

This was great! Thanks ladies 😊

[@TechwithLucy]

Thanks for watching!

[@rituballa417]

Is the AWS Solutions free digital class an associates level that will prepare me for the solutions architect exam?

[@fxy2933]

Thank you so much for your video. That gave me a lot of info behind ❤️❤️❤️

[@okechukwuuwandu8653]

For a fresh graduate of computer engineering, currently learning AWS, what are the chances of learning an entry level role

[@lastraven7205]

So they don't care about your coding skills? Is there anything you need to code for?

[@shomari169]

What happens after one passes SA exam, do then get a job or apply for one?

[@TechwithLucy]

Check out my “will an aws certification get me a job” video

[@shomari169]

@@TechwithLucy Can I have and invite to Slack please

[@HappyWonderer]

Hi Lucy/Rachel, I am interested to know if the majority of people who come into AWS have a degree background? I am trained up to level 4 (HNC) as a civil engineer, but thinking of moving over to tech, does this sound plausible to you?

[@TechwithLucy]

Check out the video “how to get into AWS without a college degree” :)

[@HappyWonderer]

@@TechwithLucy Check you out, all organised ;)

[@chasehowards5472]

Do I need to get a degree in anything computer science. I’m making a transition from medical field to IT I’ve been learning python already and other stuff from previously pursuing data analyst and UI/UX developer?

[@TechwithLucy]

Computer science degrees helps but isn’t required 😄

[@TechwithLucy]

If you can learn the same skills without the degree - you won’t need it

[@chasehowards5472]

@@TechwithLucy thanks A lot I appreciate it. I’m currently going through and taking notes on all the free services on AWS you linked!!! I’m excited to where my cloud journey will take me if I can overcome the initial learning curve!!!!

[@SinghKshitiz]

Stumbled upon your channel and found your videos very informative. Will join your slack channel. Thanks …. Keep posting awesomeness

[@TechwithLucy]

Glad you’re finding it informative! 😄

[@soniapuri5182]

Hello, really interesting videos - thanks. Could you recommend any more practical experience i can do to become a cloud solutions architect?

[@itsmeojas_sharma8597]

Thank You, it was very useful. Thanks, Lucy

[@TechwithLucy]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@samjones4327]

Thank you very much for this information! It was very helpful! Cheers!

[@TechwithLucy]

Glad you found it helpful! 😄

[@hizzoish]

Hi Lucy, I am very intrested in getting certified as an SA. Does this role require coding, I'm not sure you specifically mentioned that in the video. If yes, what coding language should someone interested in this career path learn? Thank you.

[@TechwithLucy]

Made a video about this recently! :))

[@Srinivaas66]

Hi lucy. I have passed aws cloud practitioner cert. Shall i get any jobs with this certification before getting into solution architect associate exam?

[@nickcavolli3072]

So it sounds like a solutions architect is a sales rep for AWS?

[@omarzahid9365]

Basically, learn software development. It covers most bases

[@OrangePotatoLeo]

Thank you very much! Very insightful

[@TechwithLucy]

😊😊

[@navdevops6193]

hey Lucy is your slack community still active? the link doesn't take me anywhere

[@TechwithLucy]

Hello! I double checked and the link should work 😃

[@navdevops6193]

@@TechwithLucy could login but can't find locate you in slack.

[@olabodebowoto1442]

Hello. I really appreciate this discussion. It's quite insightful. Am quite interested in becoming a SA. Am currently a cloud support engineer. How do I fully transition to a SA? Are there other requirements from AWS for one to become an SA with AWS?

[@kaiyazubibi]

If you like to become one, there is another route by being a cloud engineer first. You can broaden your arch design options. Move one up from support/helpdesk role

[@ajaj8719]

May i know the base salary for SA?

[@Keemthedream404]

4 year degree in 2 years?

[@FrankV20]

Most likely a self-paced college.

[@absolute3112]

Luv when person tells you how they got a job, they then say they werent qualified to get

[@ohmycat-n8w]

Can someone from commerce background became solution architect?

[@sushmayadwad4292]

im architect (B-Arch) can i get job in amazon by getting aws certification?

[@Swjmul]

Helpful info, thanks

[@TechwithLucy]

Thanks for watching :)

[@linuxhunter007]

Hi Lucy, I check aws career page for SA. The basic requirement in almost all SA jobs is an experience of 5+. Can you guide me about this?

[@TechwithLucy]

AWS still has the hiring freeze going on - normally there would be “Associate Solutions Architect” positions that are more entry-level. Hopefully those positions open up soon

[@akshaysuryawanshi8697]

Hi Lucy, Please tell me how to apply for job in Amazon as a SA? Process Thank you in Advance :)

[@stefhenjanndeleon2705]

Thanks for this

[@LaidbackSounds]

AWS = Asians With Skills. Great video Ladies !!!

[@swaroopjashu]

Thank you for sharing.. Lucy 🤗

[@TechwithLucy]

Thank you for watching 😄

[@chinmalm6200]

average salary of solution architect?sorry to ask if u don't mind how much do u get paid in ur country?

[@sachinvarma5197]

Great video

[@TechwithLucy]

Thanks!

[@hamidja1537]

Thanks for sharing

[@93gus]

No writing code? No thanks. I don't care about the money. I care about problem solving through design + code.

[@nombre1248]

They design solutions

[@harishsharma2924]

Hi , I have done SAA certification with 1 year IT experience , I want to move in cloud job ,but I'm unable to find any job , what should I do?

[@Abdul-zy7cd]

There are several vacancies available for cloud support associate / cloud engineer. Did you try them?

[@harishsharma2924]

@@Abdul-zy7cd I applied in Amazon but not got selected

[@Abdul-zy7cd]

@@harishsharma2924 hard luck man, what technical questions are they asking at amazon? Apart from the CP,SA certifications what do we need to have?

[@harishsharma2924]

@@Abdul-zy7cd resume only not getting selected 😂

[@Abdul-zy7cd]

@@harishsharma2924 shit man thats tough af. Im about to graduate and want to get into cloud. And have no freaking idea about it. At amazons site they say u need programming language or scripting...and what not

[@diradeb]

Do you guys work remotely? 😇🏡

[@TechwithLucy]

We do a bit of both - WFH and office

[@Damian_Ravenscroft]

Real world requirments : Background in any of the following: Cloud Architecture, Systems Design, Software Development, Infrastructure Architecture, Data Engineering or DevOps. Technical Degree (Computer Science, Maths, Engineering or equivalent) and/or relevant tech experience. What are you talking about in this video?! 😂😂😂

[@djaalabahmed2038]

Nice video thank you lucy , and keep this kind of videos , question can you work remotely in Amazon ،( work , or internship) , thank you 🤗🤗💯💯

[@TechwithLucy]

I’d recommend looking at Amazon.jobs and filtering by remote jobs 😊

[@azimfauzi1]

Thank you !

[@jackrivera4846]

To have approved a stupid exam does not mean that you are a real architect. It only means you have approved the exam, nothing more. By the way, a simple and very basic in difficulty exam..

[@Vishsharma9812]

awesome video i am from India my father only manages to earn10000 dollars in a year please mentor me miss Lucy and tell me how to become a A successfull cloud architect and free resources available that will help me

[@jeffreyguia6530]

are you already married?

[@onurcanisler]

*She graduated in 2014. So, why not? :D*

[@jeffreyguia6530]

Hahaha she looks like a teen 😁

[@joanna-garcia]

Lucy is married to me so whatever

[@jeffreyguia6530]

That great :)

[@jeffreyguia6530]

@@joanna-garcia Im talking about Lucy

[@vicomaya7448]

You miss the core requisite you have to have to be hired by Amazon...you have to wear glasses 😉

[@miztamacondatrack]

Sisters!!!!

[@killersentra]

,💜

[@HasanRifino]

🚘👈💏💏

[@joanna-garcia]

ma'am are you single?

[@priyankagoyal1]

Haha! What kind of question is this, She is not discussing her marital status here 🤣🤣