Continual Learning Resources

Congratulations on earning the AWS SysOps Administrator Associate certification! This achievement not only validates your ability to deploy, manage, and operate AWS services but also marks a significant milestone in your cloud career. Make sure to link your digital badge to your LinkedIn profile and share your success. When posting, tag Michael Forrester—he will personally acknowledge your accomplishment with a like or comment.

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To maintain and expand your AWS expertise, continuously engage with AWS Documentation, the AWS Well-Architected Framework, AWS Architecture Center, and AWS Whitepapers. Staying updated with these resources will help you keep pace with the rapid evolution of AWS services.

It is natural for your AWS knowledge to become outdated within three to six months due to evolving service features and new releases. To remain proficient, consistently follow AWS community discussions, read whitepapers, and monitor service announcements.

Next Steps Recommendation

A practical next step after certification is preparing for the AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional exam. If you haven't already, consider completing our AWS Certified Developer - Associate course, as the developer skills it reinforces prove invaluable when transitioning to DevOps.

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For comprehensive AWS engagement, explore community initiatives such as the AWS Heroes Program, AWS Community Builders, discussion forums, and our KodeKloud Cloud AWS section on Discord. These platforms offer excellent opportunities to network with fellow professionals and stay current with AWS updates.

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Stay informed by following reliable sources such as the AWS Blog, AWS What's New, AWS re:Post, and AWS This Week for the latest news and updates from AWS.

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Looking ahead, plan your next 90 days to continue your learning journey. Whether your focus is mastering Kubernetes, Terraform, another AWS certification, or delving into CI/CD practices, setting clear and actionable career objectives is essential. Apply your knowledge through hands-on projects, develop a portfolio using tools such as CloudFormation, CDK, or Terraform, and participate in local meetups to further enhance your expertise.

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Keep in Touch

We truly appreciate your trust in us during your AWS certification journey. Your feedback is invaluable—please share your thoughts on our forums or via email. Remember that this certification represents the associate level, and there are further professional and specialty levels available for advanced exploration.

Thank you for taking this course with us. We look forward to seeing you in the next course. Keep on clouding!

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