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Capstone

Preparing to work as a Cloud Support Associate

Alex G. and Oksana Hoeckele

This course's focus will be on practical aspects of preparing to work as a support agent in organizations with AWS environments. We will start with some review of previous topics covered in the series, with specific attention paid towards debugging and troubleshooting. We’ll then move into concepts around interacting with customers to obtain information and progress towards a solution.

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This course's focus will be on practical aspects of preparing to work as a support agent in organizations with AWS environments. We will start with some review of previous topics covered in the series, with specific attention paid towards debugging and troubleshooting. We’ll then move into concepts around interacting with customers to obtain information and progress towards a solution.

In the next module, you'll have the opportunity to view the architecture from various perspectives, such as builder, supporter, and interviewer. We will then shift into preparing you to apply for Cloud Support Associate positions. This will involve diving into resume and portfolio building, as well as the creation of an online presence. The second module will close out with a look at how you can evaluate opportunities and any gaps you may have in your knowledge. The third module of the course will have a focus on interviewing. This will involve preparing for interviews, discussions with professions from AWS Premium Support around the interviewing and hiring process, and looking at mock interviews and sample questions. The last module of the course will allow you to practice using the knowledge and various skills you’ve acquired over the course of the series with a multi-part project. In the project, you’ll build, analyze, and document an application architecture. You’ll also can view the architecture from various perspectives, such as builder, supporter, and interviewer.

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Module 1: Review of Cloud Support Topics
Module one provides an overview of essential skills and considerations for assisting customers in the cloud. In this module, you review the highlights of the previous courses in the Cloud Support Associate certification series. Then, you transition into some new topics around troubleshooting and escalating technical issues. The module concludes with the discussion of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it might assist you in cloud technical support.
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Module 2: Job Seeking Concepts
In module two, you explore how to position yourself as a skilled professional who continuously expands a skillset and contributes to the cloud community. This involves diving into resume and portfolio building, as well as the creation of an online presence. The second module closes out with a look at how you can evaluate opportunities and any gaps you may have in your knowledge.
Module 3: Preparing for an Interview
The third module of the course focuses on interviewing. You begin the module with reviewing strategies and techniques to help you prepare for technical interviews. Then, you dive into discussions with professionals from AWS Premium Support around the interviewing and hiring process. Lastly, you analyze sample interviews and additional questions to help you gain practical experience.
Module 4: Building your Capstone Project
In module four, you practice using the knowledge and various skills you’ve acquired throughout the course. Then, you complete the capstone project, where you build, analyze, and document an application architecture. You also have the opportunity to view the architecture from various perspectives, such as builder, supporter, and interviewer.

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Guides students on how to prepare to work as support agents in organizations with AWS environments
Serves as a suitable option for beginners seeking to build a foundation in cloud support
Provides insights into how to interact with customers and obtain the necessary information to resolve technical issues
Requires learners to have a basic understanding of cloud computing concepts before enrolling
Focuses primarily on preparing for Cloud Support Associate positions
Covers essential troubleshooting and debugging techniques for cloud environments

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Review Cloud Computing Concepts
Prepare for this course by reviewing foundational concepts in cloud computing. This will ensure you can follow course content smoothly.
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  • Revisit definitions and characteristics of cloud computing models
  • Review key cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
Simulate Customer Interactions using Role-Playing Scenarios
Boost your ability to communicate effectively with customers by engaging in role-playing exercises. This will allow you to practice different scenarios and gain confidence in handling various customer inquiries.
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  • Identify common customer inquiries and challenges
  • Develop role-playing scenarios based on these inquiries
  • Pair up with a classmate or colleague and take turns playing the roles of customer and support agent
  • Provide feedback and constructive criticism to enhance the skills of both participants
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