AWS Training and Certification Blog

Category: Customer Solutions

New courses and certification updates from AWS Training and Certification in December 2024

In December 2024, we launched nine new digital training products on AWS Skill Builder including five new AWS Builder Labs, a new AWS Jam focused on troubleshooting AWS Web Development issues in a gamified learning environment, and one new AWS Digital Classroom course. We also launched AWS Learning Assistant for AWS Builder Labs, a new AI-powered, chat-based guide that enhances self-paced learning by providing real-time responses and insights to learners.

Announcing AWS AI Skills Champions

This past week at AWS re:Invent, we celebrated the organizations that went above and beyond to certify staff in AI/ML skills. AWS Certification hosted a reception at the AWS Certification Lounge to award AWS AI Skills Champion Trophies to these organizations as AWS AI Certification Early Adopters.

Navigate your AWS Certification journey like an AWS pro

We’re both experienced AWS professionals and have witnessed firsthand how cloud technologies can accelerate mission-critical initiatives and solve complex challenges in regulated industries. AWS Certifications have been an important part of our respective career progression and we’re passionate about sharing our certification experiences to help others. This blog outlines our AWS Certification learning journeys, the impact on our careers, and our best practices to prepare for an AWS Certification exam.

Accelerate your VMware journey with AWS Training

AWS is committed to supporting customers in their transition to the cloud by offering a comprehensive training and resources for migrating VMware workloads to the AWS Cloud. Our training portfolio covers every stage of the migration process – from initial planning/migration, to modernization, and finally managing VMware workloads on AWS.

Upskill your team for generative AI projects with AWS Training

As organizations move from dabbling in generative artificial intelligence (AI) to building customer-facing applications, having a skilled team is crucial for project success. You can leverage AWS Training courses to upskill your team, ensuring they are prepared for your next generative AI project.

Become an AI/ML Early Adopter with AWS Certification

To help organizations validate AI and machine learning (ML) skills within their existing staff and when hiring new employees, and to help individuals showcase their knowledge and practical skills in AI and ML, we launched two new AWS Certifications: AWS Certified AI Practitioner and AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer – Associate, with associated exam prep materials for each. Learn about two new limited-time incentives we’re offering to help you earn one or both of these new certifications.

New courses and certification updates from AWS Training and Certification in October 2024

Welcome to October’s post announcing new training course launches and certification updates. This month, we launched 17 new digital training products on AWS Skill Builder including 6 new generative AI digital courses. In addition, registration is now open for the standard version of the AWS Certified AI Practitioner and AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer – Associate exams. Plus, when you earn either of these new AWS Certifications on or before February 15, 2025, you will receive a limited-edition Early Adopter badge in addition to your certification badge!

Gamify your cloud journey: How AWS Jam(s) are created and why they matter

AWS Jam is a unique form of immersive learning in the cloud computing domain that offers an engaging approach to developing AWS skills. This blog post explores the inner workings of AWS Jam and examines the reasons why this innovative learning experience is ideal for cloud enthusiasts, professionals, and organizations alike.

Enhance your real-world skills with AWS Cloud Quest and AWS Jam

AWS Cloud Quest and AWS Jam are invaluable resources for individuals looking to enhance their technical skills and build real-world competency in AWS Cloud computing. By combining gamification elements, hands-on learning experiences, and real-world scenarios, these platforms offer a unique and effective approach to learning that prepares participants for success in professional settings. Whether you’re a seasoned IT professional or just starting your cloud journey, AWS Cloud Quest and AWS Jam provide opportunities to learn, grow, and excel in the ever-changing world of cloud technology.

Skilling up in SaaS with AWS Training and Certification

As businesses aim to focus more on their core competencies, they increasingly turn to Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) to handle the undifferentiated heavy lifting. In today’s blog post, we will focus on the available training from AWS Training and Certification to help support you on your SaaS journey, how to familiarize yourself with the challenges of operating a SaaS business model, and how to think through these problems from the SaaS lens.