Viktoria Semaan

Please welcome the new #Amazonian family!

I am thrilled to announce that I have taken on my dream role as Senior Solutions Architect with Amazon. You all know how much I have enjoyed learning about #AWS, helping others to get certified, working on the projects that involved Cloud, and now I get to do this full time!

To anyone who dreams, I want to say #dream big and work hard! Nothing in the world is worth having comes easy.
My first interview with #Amazon was scheduled the day after I had my baby girl. I could have called and asked to reschedule, but instead, I took on this challenge. I could have said it's not the right time for me and pass the opportunity but instead, I found the time in between baby naps to prepare for the interviews.

I want to thank everyone who helped and encouraged me along my journey and especially my biggest cheerleaders - my family!

Let #DayOne to begin!

Check out these cloud basics cheat sheets!
 
Love the explanations of different terms IaaS, PaaS, Hybrid cloud, etc.

Let me know if you find them helpful! ☁️🧡
 
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Outstanding cheatsheet of Linux commands grouped by operations with helpful descriptions.

Mind Mapping is a powerful technique to support learning, brainstorming and structuring information in easy to understand visual manner. I use a free tool called coggle for mind mapping.

⬇ I will leave a link to the high quality Linix Mindmap in the comments.

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Your Categorized Guide to AWS Services!

🔗 Fun fact: As of now, AWS provides over 200 cloud services. You can explore and sort these services by category or launch date on this page: https://go.aws/4aKGpwk

🚀☁ The cloud journey began with Amazon SQS, the very first service, launched way back in 2004.

📌 Save this visual guide for the next time you are looking for the right AWS service.

Image credit: Dan Nanni

Curious, what is your favorite AWS service and why?

My go-to recently has been Bedrock because I love experimenting with building AI agents! I will share more on this soon ;)

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Now anyone can learn AWS skills and earn AWS digital badges for FREE!

Follow these steps to get started: 
𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝟏: Complete a free Storage Learning training on skillbuilder.aws 
𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝟐: Explore additional resources and labs from AWS Ramp-Up Guide: Storage 
𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝟑: Score more than 80% on your free badge assessment 
𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝟒: Share and add your digital badges to your LinkedIn and a resume! 
 
📌 Save & Share with your friends!

Use badges to demonstrate your knowledge and stand out to recruiters and prospective hiring managers! 
 
Learn more and sign up here: https://lnkd.in/ev2aHKK4

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One year ago I joined Amazon. At that time my little one was 3 months.  
 
It’s been one of the most exciting and challenging years. From growing my little ones at home to growing professionally at AWS, enabling my partners to build new services and helping broader cloud community to grow along with me. 
 
I’m excited to celebrate my first anniversary and accomplishments 💪 I could have not done it without my family. 
 
Thank you all for your support! You motivate me to do more everyday ❤️


#day1 #year1 #amazon #aws #womenintech

Today marks my 2nd anniversary at AWS.  
  
2 years ago when I shared the post below, I was SO excited and ambitious about the things I wanted to accomplish.  
  
Today I’m proud to say that it’s been the most rewarding years.  From helping to build new products to launching training initiatives that touched the lives of 45,000+ people across the globe.
  
I never felt that I’m limited by my role, location, or seniority.   
  
At AWS, you build things that don’t exist and you define how you make an impact by leveraging your unique skills.
  
I want to say a huge THANK YOU to Thomas Jones for being an amazing mentor. Thanks for inspiring, listening, and encouraging me to step outside of my comfort zone to pursue things I am passionate about ❤  
  
Cheers to many more Day Ones!

Tired of manually drawing diagrams? Check out free open source diagramming tool that added a new AI feature - Text to Diagram 🎉

Exciting news, popular tool Excalidraw now has AI capabilities!

Go to excalidraw.com and try it. It even supports different languages.

You can use it on your mobile phone too.

Don’t forget to add a library of AWS service icons to customize a diagram.

Link to the github repo in comments.

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If you haven't started implementing ChatGPT in your daily life, here is a helpful short cheat sheet to get started.

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Share your favorite prompts and tricks in the comments ⬇

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Top 5 websites to help you get started with hands-on AWS projects:

1️⃣ developers.aws
2️⃣ workshops.aws
3️⃣ skillbuilder.aws
4️⃣ community.aws
5️⃣ studiolab.sagemaker.aws

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Which one you are already using? Let me know in comments.

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Here is a daily plan to achieve the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification in 1 week: 
 
1️⃣ Day - Start Cloud Practitioner Essentials or Cloud Quest Course on skillbuilder
2️⃣ Day - Complete Cloud Practitioner Essentials or Cloud Quest Course on skillbuilder
3️⃣ Day - Start hands-on labs from Ramp-Up Guide: Cloud Practitioner 
4️⃣ Day - Complete hands on-labs from Ramp-Up Guide: Cloud Practitioner
5️⃣ Day - Read suggested docs and FAQs. Optionally take an exam readiness webinar
6️⃣ Day - Complete a practice test and work on your mistakes 
7️⃣ Day - Take official practice test on skillbuilder. If you score over 80%, then schedule your exam!
 
Get all the links from my study guide: https://lnkd.in/eF9qxQQq 
 
You can use the same strategy and do it over a longer period of time.  As long as you keep making daily incremental progress that’s all that matters! Whether you complete in 1 week or 1 month doesn’t matter.  
 
❤️ Share with your friends interested in cloud training! 
 
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Git commands explained with cats! 😻

Love this cutest handwritten notes with common git commands created by girliemac.
 
If you want to learn and practice creating git repos checkout this git & github for beginners course on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dEBkmTqs

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ChatGPT released over 70 plugins!

You can have your own personal assistant who will do all the bookings for you with Kayak plug-in. Impressive, right?

Check them out and share with others!

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Tired of watching videos? Then learn by doing!  
Build hands-on skills and gain practical knowledge to pass interviews and apply at a job.  
  
Here are my top resources that will help you to get started with AWS hands-on projects:  
  
☁️ workshops.aws (free with aws account) 
☁️ wellarchitectedlabs.com (free with aws account) 
☁️ awsworkshop.io (free with aws account) 
☁️ amazon.qwiklabs.com (some free, mostly paid) 
☁️ github.com/aws-samples (free with aws account) 
☁️ containersonaws.com (free with aws account)
☁️ acloudguru.com (some free, mostly paid) 
 
 
‼️ If you are interested in building your first mobile app with me using AWS AI/ML services and Mendix, sign up for a free webinar:
https://lnkd.in/e86GqPK9 
No prerequisites, anyone can join. Let's build together!

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How to transition to the AWS cloud ⬇️

❓ Everyday I hear from you “I want to start with cloud and I have background in X” is it too late to change?

❗️ No it’s not! Even more Cloud computing is growing rapidly. Accordingly to last earnings report, AWS revenue jumped by 33% in the last quarter! Such growth creates even more high-paid job opportunities. We are just getting started!

⭐️ The best part you don’t need to get another expensive degree and study for several years. Leverage free training, open a free tier AWS account and start your cloud journey!

📌 Register to a free cloud essentials training here: https://lnkd.in/exqmt8u6

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Common SA interview question: 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐞 𝐚 𝐔𝐑𝐋 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐬𝐞𝐫? Check this great visual explanation of steps and a hands-on exercise ⬇

🔸 You type a URL in your browser and press Enter
🔸 Browser looks up IP address for the domain (DNS lookup)
🔸 Browser initiates TCP connection with the server
🔸 Browser sends the HTTP request to the server
🔸 Server processes request and sends back a response
🔸 Browser renders the content

To understand how these steps are performed and troubleshoot issues, try this hands-on tutorial written by my colleague Jenna Pederson: https://go.aws/3kQO8DN

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So grateful for the opportunity to travel the world, explore new places while continuing working and helping customers! ☁️🚀

I spent amazing 3 weeks working in different locations from Moscow ⛷ to Colorado  🏂 . It felt so good to change the routine! I felt energized, motivated and as productive as ever! 
 
I hope that remote work will continue to stay post-pandemic providing flexibility to employees to live and work where they want! 🌍 

I also enjoy my new “business attire” 😅 I wear comfortable hoodies most of the time now at work and after work 🏔

What do you think will be the future of work post-pandemic? 
 
#remotework #technology #worklifebalance #grateful #whatinspiresme

😍 Ready to level up? Study guide for AWS SAA + One time opportunity to get 50% off AWS SAA by attending a free prep session!

⏰ Register for a free prep event on April 10: https://go.aws/40GEGD1

💡 Cloud computing adoption is long-term irresistible trend and it creates need for skilled cloud professionals. AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate is listed in the top 5 paid IT certification by Skillsoft report with an average salary $155,020,

⬇ To save study guide as a pdf, click on the file to maximize it, then click save button in the top right corner.
 
🙌 Feel free to share it with friends and help others to upskill!
  
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Did you see the AWS Associate Certification Challenge 2022?🚀☁
The Associate Challenge is designed for those seeking to earn an AWS Associate-level certification. It includes:

🔥 AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate 
🔥 AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate 
🔥 AWS Certified Developer - Associate 
 
Challenge includes a FREE VOUCHER for a full-length practice exam! 
 
In addition you will get free recommended training, exam preparation, suggested resources, Q&A opportunities, and encouragement along the way.
 
Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dqnJQzDZ
 
Let's use this amazing opportunity to achieve globally recognized cloud certifications! 🙌 
 
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🔥 New game-changing ChatGPT Plugins for developers that will help you to do your work in a few hours instead of days ⬇

Top 5 new plugins:

1️⃣ CodeRunner: Compile and save your code while creating visualizations inside ChatGPT, no need for IDE.

2️⃣ Noteable: Creating notebooks in Python, SQL, etc. Markdown allows for exploring and visualizing data.

3️⃣ VideoInsight: Get summary and extract code from YouTube videos to save hours of watching.

4️⃣ Wolfram: Accessing computation, math, curated knowledge, and real-time data can be valuable for financial calculations and research.

5️⃣ SummarizeAnything: Summarize YouTube videos, web pages, and PDF documents by providing a link.

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