Because of Google Cloud architects today, I am cloud Hi.
My name is Kayode Eduon. I currently live in Austin,
Texas. And I am originally from Benin, West Africa.
I currently work as a Solution Architect Associate for AWS, in this role,
basically help clients move their infrastructure from on site to the cloud, help them with security
of their infrastructure on the cloud. Any question they may have, you know, we assist them with that.
Okay, before AWS, I was working for eBay, as a senior eBay, payments specialist,
eBay had that new payment system and to take care of their customers, and I was working in
that department. With eBay, I was a payment specialist. It was not I was not really working in
my carrier, computer computer size and the cloud. But you know, it was a good job, you know, I was
actually I'm using, you know, the skills that I was actually using at eBay now with my new
job at Amazon, because I have clients, right. So you need the customer service skills and that, but
definitely working as a solution architect is more fulfilling, because this is a career position.
This is something I'm passionate about technology. And I must say that, yeah, it makes a big
difference to be able to be achieving your dream, what you've always been passionate about the pay,
I usually don't like to talk about pay, but just to give an idea. You know, I was making a good two
digit salary with eBay. Working for AWS now in my carrier. Job is it's definitely a big jump, right.
So the goal Cloud Architect program has really helped me on my journey
in getting the AWS position I am in currently, a brief story of how that happened for me is,
I remember when I decided in September, October 2021, to actually pursue a career in the cloud.
I personally went online studied for the cloud Practitioner exam,
which are successfully passed. And then I started preparing myself for the solution architect,
certificate. And that's when I decided to start going on the job market. I apply for a
few positions. And then I got the interview with AWS. At that time, I realized that I needed
professional assistance, because I did not want to screw this interview. Right. So I started making
some research. And I found Mike video on YouTube. He has a series of videos on how to prepare for
a solution architect interview, I went through all the videos, and it has really helped me to
pass the phone technical interview portion of the interview process. And after that, I was supposed
to go to the next level, which is a loop interview of four different interviews an hour each with
different managers. So that's when I reached out to Mike and enrolled in the program. And yes,
it has really made a difference because I got the job and I'm fulfilled in my position correctly.
Specifically, what made me join the program is because I needed professional assistance, did not
want to miss this opportunity because you know, like they said opportunity calm and you don't
want to miss it. So That's what really motivated me. But not only that, I saw, when I look at Mike
video, I saw the professionalism. I saw someone with years of experience in the cloud industry
that had the kind of knowledge that needed. And not only the technical part of it, but he put a
focus on emotional intelligence, which I came to realize is something really important on the job.
For me, a few things make this program stand out. The first, the first thing is the simplicity,
and the accessibility of Mike, right. You know, he's someone that has years of experience that
has been working in the cloud industry, networking environment for so long, right?
So the knowledge, the wealth of knowledge that he has, and the simplicity with which he delivers,
or the knowledge that he has. And then the second thing is, I remember when I joined the class,
for the first time, you know, everyone was engaged. We were like a family, you know,
and, you know, the environment was relaxed with people that have the same goals, right? You know,
working in the technology field. And I believe those things to me make the program stand up.
Yep, so the program has really impacted my life. The first thing is, salary wise, you know,
I'm definitely making more. With this new job, I was able to get going through the program compared
to what I was making before. But most importantly, my time during the program has given me knowledge
and exploration. Right, I have learned a lot. And getting around someone like Mike has impact
has inspired me a lot. I have my career goals. And I am more determined and confident and positive,
that the future ahead is bright. That I just need to put in the effort and the sacrifice,
the sacrifice and be determined to accomplish whatever I want to accomplish and I will do that.
Okay, so after enrolled in the program, something obviously that I did not expect.
And that came along with the program is a great connection, a I will say great life connections
that are made within the program. I remember the first of the second day when I joined the class.
We had a class on security or in the cloud. And and I met a young gentleman,
talented. Ivan, you know, you most of you probably know about him. He did an interview with Mike.
And he presented this architecture about the security of the cloud. I was impressed. And
I told myself, this was someone I call him today my younger brother, but his knowledge and how
he carried himself really impacted me. And, you know, I reached out to him right after that class,
and we became friends. And Elena Elena realize that. Yeah, he got he actually got a position at
AWS before me. And he's in Atlanta, and he will be coming to Austin and will most likely be working
in the same team now at AWS in Austin. So, you know, that is a live connection that this program
has given me. And, you know, I believe it is something that we cherish. He even came
to to Austin the other day and we met physically. Now we are in touch and we have the same
goals visually, but carrier he wants to specialize in security. Same thing as
myself. So this is something unique that I was not expected when I was joining this program.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the team at Google Cloud Architect
and me Isn't team, a wonderful team, Mike, Chris, everyone that work in the background.
And I want to encourage everyone join this program. You've come to the right place,
you will get the kind of knowledge that you need to be able to succeed whether it is the
technical knowledge, whether it is preparing for the edge debuts you have come to the right place,
because of go cloud architects today. I am cloud Hi