How I became a cloud engineer at the age of 42! Step by step Andy InfoTek

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  • @anaslaouissi361
    @anaslaouissi361 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    bro i'm 24 and i felt like a was behind but when i read the comments i find out that i have all the time to do a lot of things thank you guys

    • @AndrewPal-z1s
      @AndrewPal-z1s 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      lol that's true, but move towards your goals little by little, don't get too complaisant! Carry on)

  • @TheBaudoing2007
    @TheBaudoing2007 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    just got my master degree in data science at 40 years old, and going for an azure ai certification

  • @SohaibKhan1
    @SohaibKhan1 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Im 28 and i need to purse a tech career. I pray and hope it happens thanks may allah allmighty help you.

    • @Someone-yl8sb
      @Someone-yl8sb 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      how was it going so far?

  • @IAMjulesATX
    @IAMjulesATX ปีที่แล้ว +20

    This is so ON POINT FOR ME! I’m 41 and looking to make that change and this helps clear all doubt. Thank you! And great job! ❤

  • @InspirationalTruth
    @InspirationalTruth ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Great video! I’m in a similar spot. No child yet but young wife. I’m learning python, took AI prompting, next looking at SQL. Basically working my way through the IBM Data Engineering program. My current career isn’t bad but I need to go remote to get back home 😅

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wish you success, go for bigger companies, preferably with gov clearance (if you can get cleared), companies I recommend are Deloitte, Booz Allen, Google, TekSysyems 👍

  • @IncorrectTarget.
    @IncorrectTarget. ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you so much for sharing your story!

  • @Justin-ti5cc
    @Justin-ti5cc ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Being 43 and learning IT is intimidating

  • @brownsense1
    @brownsense1 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I'm 44. I'm going thru AWS Re/start program. 3 month free bootcamp. I'm excited.

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Good for you, get it done ✅

    • @ba177ba18
      @ba177ba18 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      same here

    • @mistertexaz
      @mistertexaz ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it still open?

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      AWS hold multiple boot camps every year. Some of the programs are not free though

    • @brownsense1
      @brownsense1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes the bootcamp I'm in plans to have them all throughout 2024. Look up Brooksource

  • @AngelRamirez-ot5mo
    @AngelRamirez-ot5mo ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Thank you for this! I recently made a career change going from biology field to the tech field and I been studying for the Comp A+ certification. Watching your video gives me the drive to stick my daily routine of studying. Thank you!

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You’re welcome, keep in mind IT has a big number of professions.., try to find a role that’s exciting for you and with an opportunity to grow. Plan like 10 years ahead and it’ll give you better chance to succeed long term!

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You can try this course if you decide to take online IT courses:
      www.sunrayit.com

    • @andypaul9346
      @andypaul9346 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@infotek247 nice

  • @marianeyin
    @marianeyin ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you ! Interesting to hear how you changed into IT

  • @albert-in-tech
    @albert-in-tech ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video! Love hearing people's personal story on how they got into IT!

  • @EdenMellese
    @EdenMellese ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Motivated, thank u infotek

  • @infotek247
    @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +5

    New info on top 5 IT careers right now, learn and stay tuned to succeed!;
    th-cam.com/video/tubKAURafFY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=DvAwVBtzJl1F27j-

  • @AndrewPal-z1s
    @AndrewPal-z1s 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    osm))) good stuff! 💯

  • @factgrainstv
    @factgrainstv 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Hi

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Hi i’m not sure what you mean by freelance, but almost everybody who works with cloud resources can work and will work remotely.
      You can probably be a freelancer, especially if you work is not with resources that are classified, or require a security clearance. If you are good at what you do, you can even work for cash, helping other engineer with the workload in your spare time.
      You know what I’m saying? Someone who’s got a high-end IT job in the cloud can pay you cash to offload some work to you, like outsourcing, especially if they hold multiple part-time jobs, and they simply don’t have time to cover all the bases.

  • @winstonkim2846
    @winstonkim2846 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    this is an awesome video. im 1-2 years into tech now. trying to move into cloud engineer role but its a huge learning curve. im scared to even start but im learning its all about knowing how to speak about it first than learning the different workflows once you get in

    • @AndrewPal-z1s
      @AndrewPal-z1s 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      !!

    • @AndrewPal-z1s
      @AndrewPal-z1s 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I think it's about knowing how to speak on the interview mostly...

  • @infotek247
    @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +7

    hello ppl, I had to disable and remove comments for awhile since I had a deranged person asking for help in his IT career and then it turned out he was mentally sick. For this same reason I'll not help people by talking directly and/or suggesting a career path. Everything you need to know is basically in the video above.
    The vid on what happened with the insane follower is here:
    th-cam.com/video/Umnqqli4PRg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=eIy1r73pBfVTw579

  • @EdenMellese
    @EdenMellese 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    ❤❤❤

  • @andypaul1448
    @andypaul1448 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    good for you!

  • @andypaul9346
    @andypaul9346 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    nice vid! Thank you InfoTek

  • @28cthedestroyer
    @28cthedestroyer ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your english is great!!

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you, I’ve been teaching since I got in the US, it gives me a lot of practice!)

  • @indrajitahire8976
    @indrajitahire8976 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Hi, thanks for sharing your motivational story. I am from non IT background age 42 and want to become cloud engineer. Can you please tell road map for it?

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hi, road map is:
      1. Take IT related courses
      2. Make sure these courses help you with securing a job (they can help you with showing experience, getting certificates, etc…
      3. Build network of people who work in IT (create it related LinkedIn and start communicating with IT engineers)
      4. Find people who can actively help you when you’re in IT job market.
      Hope this helps,

    • @andypaul9346
      @andypaul9346 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@infotek247

  • @baggerz896
    @baggerz896 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i have just secured a role as a systems engineer at aws. thanks for your perspective and story. its nice to hear how you have progressed and what you thought about different comapneis and types of roles and employment. cheers.

  • @mohammedlayes9248
    @mohammedlayes9248 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I'm 50 and have no IT background, but would love to break into tech! Any advise you don't mind sharing, please? Many thanks in advance!

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      hi, the recipe is just take a course of your interest and build a network of people in the area of your interest, these people will help you succeed. Course in person will serve multiple purposes; you will meet teachers that can help you in the future (when you are in your profession field, or go through the interview process, and other students can help you with references, studying, being motivated, etc… Just start working on it and be consistent.

    • @andypaul9346
      @andypaul9346 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👍@@infotek247

  • @infotek247
    @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +7

    New vid “How I passed an AWS interview:
    th-cam.com/video/iN5qGre4toY/w-d-xo.html

  • @HaiderAliButt-v4k
    @HaiderAliButt-v4k ปีที่แล้ว +7

    i am 42 and i want to be a cloud engineer.

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      good luck, check the market, possibly now you can get more options and pursue different careers. Not necessarily cloud engineer. I’ll release a new video on top IT jobs in 2023-24 soon, pls stay tuned to watch it and get info!

    • @andypaul9346
      @andypaul9346 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@infotek247

  • @GuitarGuru-AndyPaul
    @GuitarGuru-AndyPaul ปีที่แล้ว +9

    people need this kind of motivation!

  • @infotek247
    @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks 🙏

  • @juliomiranda2131
    @juliomiranda2131 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I am making this move for quality of life but it is so hard for me to leave for a role that is not a cloud engineer due to how much I am currently making

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I know a pretty inexpensive IT course for Analytics Engineer/SQL Developer, and some other courses with discounted price. So it's all about you finding time to study and get ready for the job market. Let me know if you need this info

    • @juliomiranda2131
      @juliomiranda2131 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @infotek247 I think you misunderstood me. I saw your video and saw how you started at a support role to get to where you are. I am currently a refinery operator in texas. I make 6 figures. The work life balance can really suck and we are treated like second class citizens a lot of the times. But due to my pay I was saying that it would be hard for me to leave my job for a support role and take potentially a 50% paycut. I would gladly take the info for the course if you feel it will help.

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@juliomiranda2131 I was talking about database support/Cloud Engineer, my starting salary was $120K a year plus benefits with AWS. Ummm not sure which IT profession you're interested in.. And I know courses in VA and MD., but most IT jobs pay very well. you can start by looking for IT classes in Texas, I suggest you go to actual class locally instead of taking it online. You'll be more involved in the process and meet people that want to start working in IT. Look for "Analytics Engineer, DBA, SQL Developer courses in your area. These jobs pay well and most of them offer remote positions! Good luck!

    • @rasheedrodneyroberts1568
      @rasheedrodneyroberts1568 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@juliomiranda2131same here my guy. I've been a nuke welder/ maintenance tech for a while and make 6 figures every year but it's rough on my body, away from my family a lot and too many hours. I've always been interested in cyber security. I'm gonna take the next 1-2 yrs, go hard and make that leap. I owe it to myself to do what's gonna make me happy. I know it's gonna take hard work but I think it'll be fulfilling for years to come.

    • @andypaul9346
      @andypaul9346 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@infotek247

  • @josephstark4944
    @josephstark4944 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great tips man thanks

  • @niksatan
    @niksatan ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hey @infotek247 I am older guy interested at all cisco technologies. Is it obsolete or you think network engineers are still needed? I am interested to become in-depth knowledge-able guy about computer networking. Is there a much need in 2023-24 for those? Thank you.

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      hi, yes it’s going to be Networking/Security, definitely something that’s going to be in demand even more as time goes on. Try to get a cert in this area and apply at Deloitte or BAH or AWS. Good luck,

    • @niksatan
      @niksatan ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@infotek247 thanks for reply, you have a good content, keep it up. I will first try vendor specific - ccna, then see what is most needed, probably security, cheers

  • @infotek247
    @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +7

    New stuff on the topic:
    th-cam.com/video/iN5qGre4toY/w-d-xo.html

  • @linderpak6214
    @linderpak6214 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am 42 and looking for a career change in cloud...

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Start with an IT course as explained in the video, and try to build a network of people who can help you to succeed

  • @pravinthakur7777
    @pravinthakur7777 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Really valuable info....

  • @diefennecfox395
    @diefennecfox395 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    A person who works with storage, what's exactly hte job is called ?

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Depending which company you work with. AWS call it S3 engineer, S3 means Simple Storage Service. Also, it can be called DBA but you’d work with backups stored on hard drives, etc…

  • @woody-xm5ve
    @woody-xm5ve 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    No offense dude you look older than my dad and he’s 60 ✌🏽✌🏽✌🏽😁😁😁 anyways joke aside! I’m trying to transition to cloud engineer currently doing test automation. Thanks for this inspirational video I myself is turning 42 next yr.

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      lol no way.., and good luck with your career in IT!

    • @andypaul1448
      @andypaul1448 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Lol

    • @CNM2326
      @CNM2326 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thats age discrimination and very rude

  • @Hai-s1j
    @Hai-s1j 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I'm 30, and will have a child in the end of this year. I'm happy about this also a little nervous. I worked for this company for 3 years and 8 months, work with AWS resources but now, the work is being drain because of economic recession, there is less contract from customer than before (my company is an outsourcing company). I'm seeking for an other job and continue learning new technology, try to gain some certificate. But in a long time I'm not intend any interview, now I have a little scare when come to an interview, how can I cross over this, please if you have time, show me some experience

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hi, unfortunately, I won’t have time to coach people personally, however, a couple of suggestions would be:
      1. Try to switch from outsourcing company to something stable, for that you will need to determine what position you want to work as., here is a video on different IT job titles with description and pay:
      th-cam.com/video/tubKAURafFY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Mt32qA6qTd1rRltp
      2. To get rid of the fear of the interview, you need to start preparing yourself, even though you have good experience behind you. Going through job market is a job itself, and you need to be prepared. The fear will disappear once you start practicing every day. Here is a couple of on how to deal with interviews in IT:
      th-cam.com/video/iN5qGre4toY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=etaFcY1k8MywA3KR
      th-cam.com/video/6bE1q3aTuVU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=RzrhDf1-gLrZAGne
      th-cam.com/video/7bhjghqt5Nk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=QIHGHdK5j7EZEBqp
      Good luck!

    • @Hai-s1j
      @Hai-s1j 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@infotek247 Thanks for your suggestion. I'm being toward to a DevOps, or Cloud Solution Architect

  • @kirtipandey2468
    @kirtipandey2468 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Im 54 n trying to transition. Im really struggling to learn. I dont have an IT background n no recruiter even wants to consider me. Am I too old and fooling myself?

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      hi, the recipe is just take a course of your interest and build a network of people in the area of your interest, these people will help you succeed. Course in person will serve multiple purposes; you will meet teachers that can help you in the future (when you are in your profession field, or go through the interview process, and other students can help you with references, studying, being motivated, etc… Just start working on it and be consistent.
      some of the courses help you in providing proof of work for a couple of years. The reason no recruiter is contacting you is that you need to show at least 4-5 years of experience, otherwise no one wants to work with you. Find a company that can give you proof that you worked pro=bono or something. Teachers at some courses know what to do, just find these people to help you. Good luck!

    • @AndrewPal-z1s
      @AndrewPal-z1s 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@infotek247

  • @davidsampson94
    @davidsampson94 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm 29 and realizing that I need to pivot from front end dev to cloud.

  • @GuitarGuru-AndyPaul
    @GuitarGuru-AndyPaul ปีที่แล้ว +6

    nice

  • @infotek247
    @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +7

    👍🙏

  • @infotek247
    @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +6

    😊

  • @GuitarGuru-AndyPaul
    @GuitarGuru-AndyPaul ปีที่แล้ว +7

    nice 👍

  • @AndrewPal-z1s
    @AndrewPal-z1s 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    like

  • @infotek247
    @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +6

    🤓

  • @GuitarDaddy247
    @GuitarDaddy247 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    like

    • @AndrewPal-z1s
      @AndrewPal-z1s 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    • @andypaul1448
      @andypaul1448 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good to hear that people at any age go for their dreams, and improve the quality of their lives!

  • @yurisqm
    @yurisqm ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It’s hurt when you hear your county (Russia) is poor

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      yeah, east europe is all like that, tons of talented scientists, artists, engineers, composers, writers, but people are poor on most part, and need to move to a developed countries to go on with their work…

    • @andypaul1448
      @andypaul1448 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@infotek247

  • @Ivan-wp1ne1
    @Ivan-wp1ne1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why putting this Thai background?😂 You really think that you’ll be living like this being a DevOps?

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      just a random background, I’m not a DEV Ops though. Right now working as a lead consultant on a contract with IT section of IRS

    • @andypaul1448
      @andypaul1448 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@infotek247

    • @AndrewPal-z1s
      @AndrewPal-z1s 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@infotek247 !!

  • @andypaul1448
    @andypaul1448 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

  • @GuitarGuru-AndyPaul
    @GuitarGuru-AndyPaul ปีที่แล้ว +7

  • @andypaul9346
    @andypaul9346 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    👍

  • @faizfaiz5609
    @faizfaiz5609 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Which country are you from?

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I was born in Ukraine, east Europe, but I've been in the US for 20 years

  • @TheFeelofdanger
    @TheFeelofdanger 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    • @infotek247
      @infotek247  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      🤘

    • @AndrewPal-z1s
      @AndrewPal-z1s 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@infotek247 !!

  • @sofana7575
    @sofana7575 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks 😊

  • @GuitarDaddy247
    @GuitarDaddy247 ปีที่แล้ว +7