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My Journey to 12 AWS Certifications: Turning Dreams into Reality

Adit Modi on October 07, 2023

In the whirlwind of today's rapidly changing world, it's all too easy to get swept up in the daily hustle and bustle, losing sight of the dreams an...
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DonaldVolpe90

Great!!
I have passed my AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate SAA-C03 exam. I took SAA-C03 practice test from p2pexams and it was quite beneficial. By takinf this practice material i got essential exam knowledge that helped me pass the test.
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Mehdi M.I.K

Well done Adit! Strong resilience !
Just a question: what it is the financial investment for each certification to be able to learn and to get a hands-on experience to pass confidently the certification ?
Thank you,
Mehdi

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Adit Modi

Thank you for your kind words, Mehdi! Regarding the financial investment for each certification, it varies. On average, study materials, practice exams, and exam fees can range from $100 to $300 per certification. Fortunately, my company generously sponsored most of my certification expenses, covering study materials and exam fees. I strongly believe that investing in comprehensive learning resources and hands-on labs is essential for a confident and successful certification journey.

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Wendy Wong

Congratulations Adit on your great achievement and hard work. Thanks for inspiring us with this great article and your journey of learning. Hope to see your golden jacket :)

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Adit Modi

Thank you so much, Wendy! ๐Ÿ™ Your kind words mean a lot to me. I'm thrilled that my journey has been inspiring, and I truly appreciate your support. As for the golden jacket, It will arrive soon ๐Ÿ˜Š

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PiotrP

Hi, that's indeed an amazing story! Thank you a lot for this insightful post. I am myself aiming to get there as well.

So two months have passed, what does your career-life look like now? Do you get more offers? How much in percentage better offers?

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Adit Modi

Thank you for your encouraging words, Piotr! Two months post-certifications, I've seen a 30-40% increase in job offers, and the quality has notably improved. The certifications have enhanced my skills and opened exciting opportunities that align with my career goals.

Best of luck on your certification journey!

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Konadu Akwasi Akuoko

Congratulations Adit ๐ŸŽŠ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿฅณ

I'm looking forward to start my cloud journey too, you literally opened my eyes ๐Ÿ‘€

I'ma connect with you on other social media channels I learn a lot from you ๐Ÿ˜‡

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Adit Modi

Thank you so much for your heartfelt congratulations! I'm thrilled to have inspired you on your cloud journey. Looking forward to connecting with you!

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Chandrashekhar

Congratulations Adi for your great achievement. Did you see any benefit in your career in terms of promotion / new job / salary hike with these certifications?

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Adit Modi • Edited

Thank you for your kind words, Chandrashekhar!

Yes, I've seen tangible benefits in my career after earning these certifications. I've experienced increased job offers, more opportunities for career advancement, and a notable improvement in salary negotiations. The certifications not only enhanced my skills but also positively impacted my overall professional growth.

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toshalkhawale

Well done and you are a inspiration to many!!!

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Adit Modi

Appreciate it, @toshalkhawale ! Here to help and inspire wherever I can! ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿ˜Š

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Marcelo Majer Franceschini

How long did you take?

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Adit Modi

Hey Marcelo, it's been a journey of more than 5 years. The road to expertise takes time and dedication. If you're navigating a similar path or have questions, feel free to ask. Happy to share insights! ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ˜Š

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Joseph Wanyoike Njoroge

Do you currently have a job as an AWS architect?
What is your role?

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Adit Modi

No, I currently hold a Senior DevOps Engineer position. However, my goal is to transition into an AWS Architect role, and I am actively working towards that objective. In my current role, I focus on Infrastructure, CI/CD and DevOps Practices, and I'm leveraging my expertise to build the skills required for an AWS Architect role.