Simple analogy to understand core networking services on AWS which can easily be cross applied Most people trying to get a handle on AWS run into the same wall early on. VPCs, CIDR blocks, route tables, internet gateways, security groups. The terminology arrives before the intuition does, and it puts people off before they’ve understood […]
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Going into Tech can feel intimidating when you don’t have the formal experience, but the truth is, you don’t need a job to build a strong portfolio. What employers care about is your potential, skills, and your ability to problem-solve, rather than job titles. This is why a well‑built portfolio is one of the most
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Choosing an interesting dataset makes your data project stand out to employers. This guide explains why and where to start. Many people entering tech will be creating projects but using the same old boring data won’t make your projects very attractive to employers. Find a dataset which captures your interest or an ongoing trend to
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The best way to learn tech skills is through real projects, curiosity and immersion. These tips from MCS show how to put each into practice. At MCS Muslim Career Support, we’re all about helping fellow Muslims break into tech careers, whether it’s data, cybersecurity, project management, or other areas in the industry. One of the
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To pass vendor-specific IT certifications like the PL-300 (Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst), AZ-900 (Microsoft Azure Fundamentals) or the DP-900 (Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals) exams in one month as a beginner, you need a structured and disciplined approach. Here’s a tailored strategy: Week 1: Foundation Building Week 2: Deep Dive and More Practice Week 3:
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Want to start a DevOps career? This page suggests an order for learning, from Linux and Git to cloud and automation, using free and low-cost courses. DevOps brings together software development and IT operations, so the best way in is to learn the building blocks one at a time. Below is a suggested order, from
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This page points to a community-maintained list of free IT courses and certifications, so you can build skills at no cost. A curated list of free courses & certifications. The offers on top of the table are time-limited and will vary in expiry and others may become outdated. So, so grab them early. Put together
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These online platforms offer courses in tech skills, many of them free or low cost. They include Udemy, edX and Coursera. “There are a large number of resources to learn almost anything online – Many are free and others cost very little. Choose your selected role, start learning and build your confidence…” MCS Mentors Udemy:
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AI tools can now suggest, write and review code for you, and new ones appear every few months. The tools below are well known at the time of writing, but they are constantly being updated, renamed and replaced, so check each vendor’s website for the latest features and pricing. AI coding assistants GitHub Copilot: An
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Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a collection of remote computing services (also called web services) that make up a cloud computing platform, offered by Amazon.com. These services run from data centres in many geographical Regions around the world, and each Region is made up of several Availability Zones. The number grows regularly. At the time
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