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Category: Best Practices

From executive assistant to global operations director: A non-technical professional’s journey in gaming tech

Riot Games’ Director of Global Operations Allyson Gormley shares how she evolved from executive assistant to leading AWS-powered Remote Broadcast Centers, proving that success in tech doesn’t require a traditional technical background. Her journey highlights how AWS Skill Builder and Certifications can help professionals at any stage build cloud and AI expertise, whether they’re just starting or looking to advance their IT careers.

Building ML excellence: A practical training guide for Amazon SageMaker AI

Transform your machine learning projects into production success with this comprehensive guide to Amazon SageMaker AI. AWS solutions architects share proven strategies through five essential milestones, providing practical tools and expert insights to accelerate your ML journey from development to deployment.

From statistics superfan to NFL analytics pioneer: Mike Band’s journey

Get inspired by Mike Band’s journey from sports statistics enthusiast to NFL Next Gen Stats analytics leader, where he leverages AWS machine learning to revolutionize football analytics. This insider look reveals how passion, curiosity, and continuous learning can transform a childhood interest in sports data into a groundbreaking career at the intersection of athletics and technology.

Unlock the power of Amazon OpenSearch Service: Your learning guide for search, analytics, and generative AI solutions

Learn all about Amazon OpenSearch Service, from foundational courses to advanced AI capabilities, with this curated guide to AWS training resources, hands-on workshops, and certification paths designed for developers, analysts, and IT professionals looking to build search and analytics skills in the cloud.

The AWS Tech U survival guide

Get ready to maximize your AWS Tech U experience with this comprehensive guide for early-career cloud professionals. From diving into the core technical curriculum and earning AWS Certifications to exploring Technical Field Communities and seizing shadowing opportunities, learn insider tips for navigating this career-defining program that prepares newly hired talent for technical roles at AWS.

Navigating your way into cloud security: Skills, roles, and career trajectories

This comprehensive blog post serves as a career roadmap for cybersecurity professionals, detailing the journey from entry-level SOC analyst positions to advanced security architect roles. It explores the evolving landscape of cloud security careers, highlighting essential technical competencies, certification pathways, and emerging opportunities.

From Cambridge to the Formula 1® paddock: How Ruth Buscombe is revolutionizing F1 strategy with data

Discover how Formula 1 strategist Ruth Buscombe leverages data analytics and high-performance computing to make split-second decisions that determine race outcomes. From her groundbreaking work at Ferrari to her role as AWS Motorsports Ambassador, learn how her journey exemplifies the intersection of engineering excellence and motorsport innovation, and explore how AWS Skill Builder can help launch your career.

Small steps, big outcomes: Growing your cloud and AI skills with purpose

Discover how dedicating just 20-30 minutes a day can transform your career in cloud computing and AI. With AWS Skill Builder, you can access structured learning paths, hands-on practice, and industry-recognized certifications to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. From cloud fundamentals to generative AI, start your learning journey with resources designed to fit your schedule and skill level.