When I was told by the lecturer that I will get into AWS academy, I was shocked because I do not have any foundation regarding cloud computing. I was wondering whether I will be able to finish the modules with my shallow knowledge. After I got my account and password for AWS Academy, I started exploring the modules and teaching videos to get an overview of how the class would be. The course basically begins with Teaching video of the module where the teachers gives us information regarding what we will learn in the module, a lab exercise in using the services in AWS where I can try for myself exploring and understanding the use of it, and finishing it with a knowledge check where we need to answer 10 questions and to pass we need a minimum of 8 over 10 questions right. For me, I use my time when there are no classes in the morning or in the evening to watch the teaching video and finish the module. I set that at least one module a week and if possible 2 modules a week if I am not busy with tests or assignments. Overall it took me 9-10 weeks of struggling to finally finish all 10 modules and also pass the knowledge check. Finally I have gotten my AWS badge which is a symbol of me having completed all 10 modules and passed the knowledge check. It was a long but short journey and I was satisfied with the outcome as I gained knowledge that might be useful to my career and can help me in the future.
I have heard of cloud computing before, but I have never explored the topic in depth. By completing this module I have managed to grasp the concept of cloud computing and I’m sure that I will be able to implement it in the near future. I believe that in the near future, cloud computing will surely play a big role in our daily life as things will become much more convenient where we can access everything almost everywhere with devices with Internet connection. As a student of science computer, I’m sure that the knowledge and skill I obtained from this module will become useful for my future career. In my opinion, getting the badge is quite easy as the teaching video completely covers all the questions asked in the knowledge checks. While some questions might be tricky, most of the questions are quite direct and easy. The most important thing is to be consistent and persevere in finishing the modules. The badge means that I have finished my foundation in AWS Academy and signifies that I have gained the basic knowledge of cloud computing. Certainly, getting the badge improves my knowledge and skills on Cloud Computing especially on AWS and I believe that my journey is not wasteful, in fact, my journey through AWS is very fruitful. I believe there are advantages and disadvantages of moving to cloud computing. For a company to shift to Cloud Computing there is a need for very meticulous planning to ensure success with high gain and low loss. Although the advantages of Cloud Computing overwhelming the disadvantages, if all the services of Cloud Computing suddenly went down, the loss for the company is much more than expected if they do not have a backup plan for fault tolerance. I think that cloud computing skill is important for science computer student as it can be a catalyst in getting hired by companies in the future as the skill will surely prove useful in the industry. I believe that people who do not finish the AWS probably have their own circumstances such as poor environment or poor internet connection or poor time management with a lot of assignments and projects and quizzes and also tests coming from time to time. As for me, I make sure to finish 2 modules a week or if not, at least one module a week so that I can finish the module in time. My advice is , do not give up and try to take it slowly, do it bit by bit and surely you can do it. I still do not know what I want to major in but after completing the badge, cloud computing is one of the directions I will consider as I have a little confidence in it. Honestly, I am quite happy that I managed to get an AWS badge in the SECP1513 subject. The subject broadened my view of how technology nowadays and future technology will be and also helped me to accelerate my thinking so that I don't fall behind from other nation’s technology knowledge.