For years, Ronaldo wanted to get an AWS certification, but inertia held him back—work, deadlines, and daily life always took priority. That changed in June 2023 when he attended an Architecting on AWS course. The trigger was pulled, and he set a clear goal: Get Certified! ✅
Here’s how he went from 0 to 7 AWS certifications in 16 months ⬇️
🔥 Study Strategy
📌 1 hour/day on weekdays, increasing as the exam approached
📌 Focused on Stephane Maarek’s courses & practice exams
📌 Reviewed each test carefully before scheduling the real exam
🎯 Exam Day Tips
📌 Preferred morning slots at a test center for fewer distractions
📌 Took exams in English (requested extra 30 min as a non-native speaker)
📌 Managed time with checkpoints to stay on track
🏆 After the Exam
📌 Checked Credly & email every hour for results (impatiently 😅)
📌 Celebrated each win with LinkedIn posts & family outings
📌 Used certifications to unlock more cloud projects & career growth
💡 Key Takeaway: Ronaldo didn’t wait for the perfect moment. He got certified, and the opportunities followed! 🚀
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