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1. A summary of what you have gained from completing the course.

Completing this course enabled me to get a deeper understanding of cloud computing and its benefits. After completing all 10 AWS modules, I got a clearer picture of how AWS works as well as its advantages. For example, AWS  increases speed and agility and helps you go global in minutes.  I also did acquire a badge and a certificate upon completion. 

2. My motivation to complete this project.

Due to how significant cloud computing is in our current era of technology, I was interested in getting a more in-depth understanding of it. This project definitely helped me achieve that and I did learn a lot more than I was expecting. Since there were video explanations for every module, it was easier to understand the whole concept and its function which made the learning process more fun and not stressful. In short, my main motivation to complete this project was my interest and curiosity in cloud computing.

3. Your opinion whether getting the badge was easy or difficult. Which module was the easiest/most difficult?

In my opinion, getting the badge was easy as there was a lot of guidance and just enough explanation for every single module that was to be completed. However,there was some tough and unfamiliar words that I could not quite understand but google helped me with that. Personally, I found module 3 the easiest because it was obviously the shortest module which means the amount of content to be learned was much less as compared to all the other modules. The hardest module would have to be module 6 because it was the longest one with the most activities too. There was a lot to be learnt and understood and the multiple unfamiliar words made it even tougher. However, it was not impossible to complete and I definitely did gain a lot of knowledge from it.

4. What is a badge's worth?

I think the AWS badge would be useful when landing future jobs. It is definitely a great addition to my resume and would show my employers that I'm familiar with cloud computing which is good skill to have in certain careers. It might come in handy during future job interviews and careers itself.

5. Your opinion on whether every company should shift to cloud computing?

I do think every company should shift to cloud computing, that is if they can afford it. Cloud computing could definitely benefit the company in many ways. For instance, companies could benefit from massive economies of scale, increase in agility for the organization, since the cost and time it takes to experiment and develop is significantly lower as well as go global in minutes.

6. Your opinion on whether every computer science/UTM student should learn cloud computing?

I do think every computer science student should learn cloud computing. After completing the modules and receiving the badge, I think it should definitely be an option to all students considering how easy it is and how much you can learn from it in just 20 hours. Computer science students especially could benefit from this immensely as it provides a base for them and cloud computing could probably come in handy for their future career. As for all UTM students, I think it depends on interest and should not be compulsory but it would be a great skill for them to have regardless.

7. Any advice to your friends who have not gotten their AWS Badge yet?

Dear friends, please do try to get your AWS Badge as soon as possible. 20 hours may seem like a long period, hoewever it does not have to be completed in a day. Do it over a course of a week maybe but do not delay too much. The modules might feel a little lengthy half way through but do not give up as it is definitely worth it. So much knowledge can be gained from the completion of the badge and all the knowledge is essential for certain assignments and could also be useful for future job interviews and careers.

8. What is your direction after completing this course?

After completing this course and getting a more in-depth understanding of cloud computing, I would like to read up and self learn more about this specific field. I'd like to try a few more activities too and get a more hands-on experience if thats possible.

9. Your opinion about getting the AWS Badge that is included in SECP1513 subject?

I think the AWS Badge being included in the subject is a good thing because students get to learn about cloud computing which is something very new for many of us. If it was not included, I know for a fact that many of us would not have known about cloud computing or even had the interest to learn about it. Therefore. I am grateful and thankful that it was included and that I have obtained the badge as well as some knowledge that will come in handy in the future.