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@RakeshBitling
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Hi can you please make aws devops career path.. I want to transfer my career from full stack engineer to cloud devops mode.
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
@@RakeshBitling Thanks for the vid suggestion! Will add it onto the list of ideas 😊
@RakeshBitling
2 жыл бұрын
@@TechwithLucy now i cancelled aws soln architect certification plan ..heading towards Devops mode
@martian3585
2 жыл бұрын
I applied for a senior partner solution architect. I've finished the first three loop interviews. I'll do one more today and do the last interview next week. Please wish me luck.
@syracusenats3
2 жыл бұрын
I am a TPM for a Saas company and I honestly love my role as PM/SA on projects...It is the research that does it for me!!
@himanshuramrupe4936
Жыл бұрын
Reasons why you should be an AWS Solutions architect: 1) If you enjoy interacting with customers ( i.e. ppl )and understand their needs. 2) If you feel excited to learn and build new skills 3) If you want to provide advice and suggestions only ...rather than building it yourself. 4) if you don't want your roles to be defined 5) If you find role of AWS solution architect fulfilling.
@TechwithLucy
Жыл бұрын
Haha correct! 😊
@himanshuramrupe4936
Жыл бұрын
@@TechwithLucy 😁 BTW, Thank-you for making these videos !! They are really helpful !! 👍🏻
@CharlonClarke
4 ай бұрын
the job itself is remote right?
@alexgabriel5802
Жыл бұрын
I've been a solution architect for years, and can definitely attest to the info in this video. A key area of focus for me is interacting with customers and other technical folks to ensure that customers are getting the right solution to meet their needs. My goal is not to sell a specific technology or platform, but more to ensure they solve current and future problems.
@muhammadali-rn4sd
5 ай бұрын
Bro is it necessary to learn code first?
@alexgabriel5802
5 ай бұрын
@@muhammadali-rn4sd No, not really, but it depends on what role you're looking to get into. I think an understanding of software development is beneficial, but it's by no means necessary.
@muhammadali-rn4sd
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind information, i am not good at coding could you please name some "roles" among this field. Would be very helpful for me
@alexgabriel5802
5 ай бұрын
@muhammadali-rn4sd solution architect is a broad term. I worked in infrastructure design, but now I'm in presales. You won't know the difference just looking at titles. If you see specific programming languages, OOP, TDD, or similar terms, the role is for software architecture not system archieecture
@lhxperimental
5 ай бұрын
If your role is a "AWS" solution architect, you are selling an "AWS" solution even if the right answer is "run it on-prem with Kubernetes". I was interviewing for a Cloud Solutions Architect role and was not particularly keen on joining the company I was interviewing for, so was willing to screw the interview. So I did ask them the same question - Am I expected to recommend a cloud based solution even if I feel a non cloud solution is a better fit? "Of Course not, we do what's best for the customer" was the reply. But I didn't hear from them after that. If your role as a word cloud in it, you are supposed to sell the cloud. If you are working for AWS, you definitely are supposed to sell AWS even if that's not the best fit for the customer.
@burropoco
2 жыл бұрын
#4 is definitely so true. Some customers will inquire of you about quite literally *everything!* even things that are completely out of scope??? At times it's hard. You really have to learn diplomacy and never respond like an annoyed parent chastising a child for continually pestering them. Great content btw!
@abass-giwamukhtar7826
2 жыл бұрын
Quite insightful. I only see myself as an average fit for a Solutions Architect role.. My primary interest lies with DevOps and I'm currently striving in that path. After having watched several vids from you and others, I've realized the need to clearly define my path so I don't end up writing all AWS certification exams in series only to be clueless at the very end as to what role best fits me. The earlier one discovers his/her primary area of interest, the better one kick-start investing and building oneself in the respective area. I guess it's more conservative too in terms of resources that will be expended. In all, I think I'm a best fit for both roles, just that my preference for one surpasses the other. At certain point in life too, if you can't have what you love, you gotta love what you have😘😊
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching as always! 🙌 That's definitely a great point - never good to just do certification exams just for the sake of it, without having an end goal. Let me know how your journey goes with exploring DevOps! 😄
@mohamedchedly1784
Жыл бұрын
Hey abass , i m currently on the devops path , i m cloud practitioner certified , what s the next AWS certificate you recommand for a non developper background ! SAA or Sysops?
@abass-giwamukhtar7826
Жыл бұрын
@@mohamedchedly1784 Hi Muhamed, I'll probably allow Lucy to guide us through that.. For me however, I skipped the cloud practitioner exam and went for the Solutions architect Associate exam. While I hone my skills in DevOps with reading, taking courses and project based learning to encapsulate hands on and gathering related skills as opposed to just watching videos, I plan taking courses on Developer Associate and Sysops. After which I'll prepare extensively and go write DevOps Pro exam directly. That's my current road map.. Why I had to skip Dev Associate and Sysops exam and go for DevOps Pro is actually due to my lack of financial strength.. If you do have the means, taking Dev Associate and Sysops Exam will aid you a lot in your quest.
@DavidPiasecki
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for confirming that I DO want to be a solutions architect. Regarding reason 3, I have a workaround. I enjoy making a direct impact. The way I scratch this itch is I have my own side projects that allow me to be an architect, developer and engineer. And as a bonus it brings in a few extra dollars.
@everObvious
Жыл бұрын
Very helpful video. I now know with confidence that I’m not cut out to be a solutions architect! I’ve been a software developer for 20 years. AWS is an increasingly asked-for skill set in the positions I see. Cloud architecture is probably closer to what I should concentrate on.
@danielluera9667
Жыл бұрын
"Sharpening the saw" is at least half my job these days. I've been moving into a Solutions Architect role for years within my company. As part of that learning effort I've been working my way through the various AWS certifications. Thanks for this to show how I'm on the right track!
@RalphNgOfficial
Жыл бұрын
Before a CSA, where were you from? Mind to share? Thanks
@garyco9140
Жыл бұрын
Being in this role as a Solutions Architect is no different being a Doctor of Medicine. It's a continuous learning process. Nice video.
@Fawaz_CP
2 жыл бұрын
This is a great video. This gives me more confidence to build my career in cloud computing coz I always love to learn more skills and I used to ask myself every day to keep learning🥰
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
So glad to hear that! 😊 Keep learning 🙌
@gbengabalogun4604
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Lucy!!! Well, after watching this video. You just made me love this role the more😍😍😍. I can't wait to pass the exam, get certified and get a job as a AWS Solutions Architect 🕺🕺🕺. Thank you for all you do Lucy
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Woohoo! I'm glad, thanks for watching, wishing you all the best in this journey :)
@txdba
Жыл бұрын
Lucy, thank you for clarifying the difference between a solutions architect and a cloud architect.
@milindkhurd
2 жыл бұрын
U have learned good life lessons at a younger age. One should enjoy what he/she does at the end of the day. Thank you for sharing Ikigai.
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I appreciate it! Couldn't agree more - I believe in "intentional living" and living a life true to yourself. It does take some time to get there, and I can't say I'm completely at that stage. But I'm making progress towards doing more things that bring me joy & fulfilment!😊
@pramod1591
2 жыл бұрын
A much needed video Lucy, thanks for uploading this. Most people blindly dive into solutions architecture, either cloud or in software development, but they don't have a clear cut idea of what the role actually involves. I've been getting trained in AWS since some time now and I'm targeting to get the CCP certificate to get into entry level jobs, and I don't feel inclined towards architecture. I'm more interested in sysops or networking or security specialisation in the long run, or even cloud support roles
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Spot on! Let me tell you, I couldn't find ANY videos or articles explaining why people shouldn't become a Solutions Architect. That's why I felt the need to make the video 👍 Thanks for watching, and best of luck on your career journey 😄
@stevenlomon
Ай бұрын
This video solidified that Solutions Architect IS the Cloud role I want and believe I will find the most fulfilment in. Love the connecting of dots to Ikigai!! Thank you for this video 🙌🙏
@tahir_ahmad
Жыл бұрын
The best solution architects are able to see beyond the technical challenges in front of them. They have a solid appreciation of the strategic / business challenges that their customer faces and utilise this to not only architect technical solutions, but solve solve business challenges and present new opportunities and ways of thinking.
@johnmistica396
2 ай бұрын
Thanks Lucy for this video! I’ve just started my journey in the cloud, and now I clearly understand the role of a Solution Architect and its difference from a Cloud Architect.
@Christikuz
Жыл бұрын
Going off #4, "if you want your role clearly defined," what are the cloud computing jobs (e.g. DevOps, Developer, SysOps) that do have clearly defined tasks day-to-day? Thank you so much for the helpful video!
@youritguy8883
Жыл бұрын
Amazed by the clarity, conciseness, and pronunciation! And by the way, I still want to become a Solutions Architect :)
@TechwithLucy
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!! 🙌 Awesome, I’ll make more videos on how to become a solutions architect 😄
@wh-gg7du
2 жыл бұрын
As cloud eng with a dev background, I would say you define the reasons really well. This is precisely what I am facing now. Currently, I am planning and preparing to switch back to a dev role instead of a cloud engineer. ;D
@IlllIlllIlllIlll
5 ай бұрын
Why?
@dankelliher214
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making the video. This is very helpful information. I recently achieved AWSsolutions architect associate, more as a way to enable additional certifications. It was hard to get the cert and it can be distracting in that I kind of feel I should be applying for roles utilizing those skills. Understanding more about what the role truly involves is helpful.
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, and glad you found it helpful! :) Yess, next step would be making use of the skills, let me know how you go! 😀
@2fast2nick
Жыл бұрын
Lucy just told me I don't have what it takes!
@kelechiugorji6573
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Lucy, am on my path to being a Cloud Architect. However, I still like being a Solutions Architect. I am okay with the terms.
@suyashneelambugg
2 жыл бұрын
I failed my loop in August for Specialist SA EC2 Graviton (London). I was working as a Sr. Applications Eng. at Arm (Manchester) and an SA role is a dream job for me mainly because of my personality and inclination. I enjoy working with the customer, (have always worked as an AE my life), I have spent days and weeks training customers, been a tech advisor for HPC customers globally, have always been into learning and acquiring new skills and keep me up to date with the new trends. I felt sad failing it because the role had already gone to someone else since the whole interview thing got quite delayed (over 2.5 months form the date of application) and I was then interviewed for parallel roles on IoT + Digital Twin or HPC core.
@naordaniel
2 жыл бұрын
Good luck, don't give up, I have a friend who failed the first time and tried again several months later and got it
@cheedovision39
Жыл бұрын
I'm in my 50's trying my hand at tech. Finished the Google IT certification and I like the industry, now I'm in free code camp. I just heard about AWS love customer service and continued learning. But if AWS is not my cup of tea what would you recommend for someone my age who wants to be a nomad. Thanks
@flowmaintenance
Жыл бұрын
Sounds Awesome to me, the fact that I just have to have deep understanding of things and not actually build them for customers makes this the perfect role.
@bsherman4353
5 ай бұрын
Lucy. Thank you so much for these videos seeing another woman accomplish this is giving me positive vibes ❤ you’re giving me strength girl !!!
@alleemhumber3993
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Lucy, you answered some very important questions I had. Based on my previous experience with customers they can be a pain and I prefer to steer clear of them. I will look at other career paths.
@jishabinu4729
Жыл бұрын
I luv to be a Solution Architect for exactly all the negative reasons which you highlighted. Looking for a rewaeding career as a Solutiona Architect.
@fernandoechevarria4660
Жыл бұрын
Did you have to learn linux, programming languages and so on just to tak to customers?
@ronaldwakai6617
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Lucy, as always you have explained things very well in simple to understand terms. It makes it easy for people to understand the role of Cloud Architect and Solutions Architect. Quick Qtns: 1) Do Solutions Architects specialize in different industries or technologies? 2) Other than progressing to become a Cloud Architect, what roles do Solutions Architect typically move into after a few years? Thank you!
@rafa-borges
Жыл бұрын
Hey Ronald! I’m also an AWS Solutions Architect and I can answer your questions. (1) You can if you want. We have generalist SAs that cover the broader spectrum of our services, but we also have Specialist SAs that can dive deeper into specific technologies (e.g, an IoT SA) or industry (automotive, finance, pharma, energy…). (2) Because we span over multiple areas, we can move into different roles. The most tenured SAs usually move to some sort of technical leadership role, like CTO, directors, or any role where experience with technical decisions is important. SAs with less experience usually move to a role where building things play a bigger role.
@ronaldwakai6617
Жыл бұрын
@@rafa-borges Thank you very much for taking the time to reply my question! It has clarified my understanding of the profession greatly! :)
@AD3Supa
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Lucy. Reason #1 was all I needed to see to know that a Solutions Architect isn't going to be for me. I'm in a place where I'm trying to figure out exactly what I want to do in tech and I've learned that IT Help Support and interacting with customers isn't quite what I'd like to do. I'll look into Cloud Architect, AI Engineering, or a software engineering position of some sort. Thank you again for this video Lucy!
@ABObaloyi
2 жыл бұрын
makes sense if you are working for AWS , you interact with customer since Amazon is a customer centric company .
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Yep you're right, Amazon is a very customer-focused company. 😄 We like to say "we start with the customer, and work backwards" - so everything we do is in the customer's best interests and what we believe will benefit them
@padilla0530
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the videos Lucy still want to be a part of the AWS team. Have a great day
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing, thanks for watching 😄
@iamyoda66
9 ай бұрын
My wife is a Principal Solutions Architect in AWS. She loves it and doesn’t travel all that much - although she works closely with her customers…she is constantly learning new skills.
@ChaitanyaSunkara03
Жыл бұрын
Thumbs up for educating on IKIGAI
@shinobi_coder88
2 жыл бұрын
Feel lucky to get to know your super helpful channel, Lucy. - There are tons of AWS Services, but ofc SA won't use the entire services on their job right? Only some of the most important one like EC2 and friends. Do you mind to specifically share the AWS Services that normally used by SA? Maybe we can focus more on the specific topics 😊
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support! 😊 Good question, instead of specific AWS services, I would focus on common architectural patterns. E.g. A traditional 3 tier web application (uses VPC, EC2, RDS, S3, CloudFront) I recommend searching up common architectural solutions and having a look at the corresponding AWS services. This will typically reflect what customers are looking for help on.
@mufreauddinchoudhury8215
2 жыл бұрын
@@TechwithLucy This is a great tip. Are there any particular resources you would recommend for learning common architectural solutions? Keep up the great work. Thank you :)
@shinobi_coder88
2 жыл бұрын
@@mufreauddinchoudhury8215 She shared the learning resources here kzitem.info/news/bejne/rpyYn6Kbp2Reo4Y go check it out.
@eberenkoro7123
2 ай бұрын
I needed to see this, thanks! I've been in Tech sales and was considering the Solutions Architect path... this was insightful.
@randyrips
2 жыл бұрын
I think I would do well in either position cloud architect, or SA. Although, I feel my experience, skills and knowledge would allow me to really excel in an SA role.
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! 😄 Both career paths can be pretty rewarding - let me know how you go
@hectorcarmenates4145
2 ай бұрын
I disagree with one of the reasons: "If you are not willing to continuously learn and build skills" - I think that we always will need to do that above all in any technical and computer-related career
@emabegum1308
2 жыл бұрын
I still want take my SA certificate, I really want get into Cloud Engineer type of role. Thank you, this was a great informative video! ❤🙏😊
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Great! 😄 Cloud Engineer video coming very soon 👀
@JaimeChen-fx2uc
Жыл бұрын
JAJAJAJAA this video just encourage me to become a solution architect, thanks LUCY!!!!
@Liza.Elizabeth
Жыл бұрын
Hi Lucy, I'm a Management Consultant and the way you detailed the role of a SA, it appears a lot like a Consultant.. just with a focus/specialization in the cloud. Would you say that's correct - a SA is pretty much a type of Consulant?
@Bharath-wb8uy
4 ай бұрын
I love talking to customers/people in general, love to constantly learn and I like to do something different every single day I think this line of work would be a great fit for me 😂
@niravraychura
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video... Still want to be sa.. Your videos are always helpful and always motivates me to learn more about aws..
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
So glad to hear that! 😊
@t.j.5574
2 ай бұрын
LOVE the ikigai concept you brought up at the end! Thank you.😁
@gowthamt9420
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for covering this topic. I wanted to become SA for the pay it offers but I still keep thinking is it really what I wanted? Now I'm kind of clueless. Main draw back for me is the first reason.
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the honest response! It depends, if you haven't worked much with customers before, who knows - you might up finding it enjoyable. 😄 However, if you've had experience working with customers and didn't like it at all, then it's better to consider a less client-facing role.
@armandodiaz4026
2 жыл бұрын
You should not become SA just for the pay it offers. Find your passion. You can make the same amount of money and even more when you love what you do. There are tons of jobs that offer a good pay. It's not easy to know if you like it until you finally try it. But you can ask yourself whether you would enjoy talking to customers, designing solutions, and learn and study constanly to provide the most cost effective solution.
@vm7240
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks lucy. I had this feeling that I won't like the role but couldn't tell why. 3 out of 5 reasons of yours tell me that I should do something else. Thanks again.
@marcoalfaroazofeifa
Жыл бұрын
I love the Ikigai concept. I will read the book for sure! Thanks!
@craigheard2504
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Lucy. Thank you for "IKIGAI" too. I will check it out. Great content.
@disgurllovesanime
2 жыл бұрын
I’m preparing for the cloud practitioner exam right now. I’m still interested in solutions architect, but this video has definitely given me more to think about when choosing my path after the CP exam!
@burropoco
2 жыл бұрын
The CP exam is a great starting place for branching off into many different directions. Good luck with your journey.
@disgurllovesanime
2 жыл бұрын
@@burropoco thank you! :)
@adamgontier146
8 ай бұрын
Whats your final decision?
@UnixGuy
Жыл бұрын
love the channel mate, good work!
@TechwithLucy
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@wytube2009
Жыл бұрын
good pros and cons, but I am in. I will send my daughter IKIGAI book. Thanks!
@deewademai
2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you for spending time to make this great video.
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support! Always happy to spend time helping our Tech With Lucy community 😄
@likithabh3944
Ай бұрын
This was so helpful, thank you.
@yashikaanbuselvan9194
2 жыл бұрын
Im ur new subscriber...ur videos are really good...keep going lucy🍭🦋
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the "Tech with Lucy" family 👋 Let me know if you have any video suggestions!
@mortal1501
10 ай бұрын
I am still going to keep going. I love working with people and customers. I worked at Babies and Toys R Us when they were around and that was tough dealing with angry customers when the holidays came around. The rest of the things you mentioned I feel that is skills that I will have to adapt and learn. This is not a easy career, but a challenging career and just fixing the same Chrome book laptops @ Lenovo is not going to cut it for me as I get bored easily. So I am looking for something that is not going be the same stuff everyday and that you will have to learn something new all the time. So I am up to the challenge even at age 41. I am ready just got to learn the Solutions Architect role and what every application does.
@mikediaz3542
Жыл бұрын
I have been writing code for over 2 decades now and using AWS for a little over 5 years, when I look at SA role I am looking at it from an IAAS part. I automate a great deal of tasks, and even have code that writes code. I have found that I advise the teams on what to do, and even write the CFN for them, but it gets butchered in the executing of it out and red-tape. I suppose I can lead them to the path but I cannot expect them to walk it. When it comes to AWS the most important thing that you can learn is the error messages that arise, and the quirks in the UI and CLI. Once you can speak AWS-lingo it is not so bad.
@kazimd.saifulalam3632
4 ай бұрын
Hi Lucy, I really liked your insight with regard to some of the critical characteristic of solutions architect. I have seen some of your other video which I found useful for the people focusing on aws career. Keep up the good work!!!!
@Jaaaaaak
Жыл бұрын
this video came up in my recommendations and is definitely making me rethink this career path, but is exactly what I needed to see so thank you
@djmoosecom
Жыл бұрын
Great summary....and I'm already an AWS SA. I agree with everything you mentioned.
@TechwithLucy
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad it aligns with your perspective too 🙌
@entertainingedits7842
Жыл бұрын
Hii I'd like to know if solution architect should have coding skills
@TechwithLucy
Жыл бұрын
@@entertainingedits7842 I made a video explaining that :)
@EmmanuelOgundipe
Жыл бұрын
You have just said the truth. And thank you for recommending that book Ikigai. Will check it out.
@postmodern.cyberpunk
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I still would like to become a Solutions Architect
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Yay! 😎
@samjones4327
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Lucy!! Thank you once again for clearly defining the role of solutions architect! You always break things down into it's simplest terms and I really appreciate that as it makes carving out my cloud path easier. Quick question, would you still recommend that we get the SAA certification if we think we wouldn't want to be a SA just to have more education in cloud, or not so much? I have a desire to be on the network design end of cloud and i've noticed that design principles are heavily covered in the SAA cert guide. Well thanks again and be well, be safe and Cheers!
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support as always! 🙌 Yep, the SAA certification isn't just for people interested in becoming an AWS Solutions Architect. In fact, it does include a focus on networking concepts - would recommend 😊
@samjones4327
2 жыл бұрын
@@TechwithLucy Thank You so Much!!!☺
@simonboland
Жыл бұрын
As someone who's come from a developer background, I think the SAA certification was time well spent. It wasn't that difficult and it gave me a good perspective in terms of different solution options and the tech landscape.
@Piko5552
Жыл бұрын
Being 25% into my AWS course over the span of three months? This is definitely the kind of video I wanted to see 😭😭😭
@ramkumarch1
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your feedback! Now I am thinking to become or not as I do fall in some of what you have mentioned
@klfrost7
Жыл бұрын
Sounds like I'd be a pretty good fit :D
@MarvijoSoftware
Жыл бұрын
I enjoy being an Azure Solutions Architect. I'll stay... for now. The 'enforced' learning rate is the most enjoyable portion for me
@hussainbharmal5998
2 жыл бұрын
I have been trying to understand how to have user, group, permissions in AWS cognito. I want to assign users to group and permissions to group through an interface available to the admin user from the product itself. The product will be built on AWS amplify using react js and graphql API
@EdwardLYoung-ft7cg
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Lucy, you described the 5 reasons why I should become a SA. With my history and experience in customer facing roles and an acceptance that the only certainty is uncertainty, I am convinced it is an ideal role for me. Thanks again.
@pushprajsinghjadoun2229
2 жыл бұрын
I Passed AWS certified Solutions Architect - Associate, but i don't know what to do in next step.
@OiVinn-eq1ml
Жыл бұрын
I love how real this video is. We need more videos like this from careers. I'm glad how mentioned finding the right job fit personality. Very important
@lobaorn
2 жыл бұрын
Great content as always Lucy, keep going! I am getting my learning badges and later going for certifications, solutions architect is a role I am interested, and if not the knowledge will be useful as a software engineer as well.
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! 😊 All the best on your cloud journey 💪
@Daidera91
Жыл бұрын
What was your background before you became an associate SA? How many years of AWS hands on experience did you have and how many certifications did you do before you applied to AWS? I am interested in transitioning into an AWS SA role in 2-3 years (currently working as an AWS consultant for a partner company)
@greysonbennett6788
Жыл бұрын
Communicating with clients is already a given for many roles. It's a softskill that is pretty much unavoidable.
@CWNC
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Definitely food for thought
@yonatandaniyel5640
Жыл бұрын
According to adrian cantrull from cantrill io the only difference between cloud architect and solution architect is that you are build architecture for the cloud rather than any type of infrastructure. What you are describing sounds like a sales or support engineer role. Im shocked to hear this is how aws utilizes its solution architects and doesnt match many of the job descriptions i see for this role.
@nukemall3678
2 жыл бұрын
Another one that no one seems to mention is travel. I've been told that Solutions Architects travel a lot, which became the deal breaker for me.
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Good point! I personally enjoy travelling for work (to other countries), but sometimes "commuting" between places between the country can be tricky / takes up a lot of time. Thankfully a lot of customer engagements these days have shifted to virtual / video calls now - and don't always require travel to the customer site😊
@superstreamsilly
Жыл бұрын
I like travelling😊
@chasehowards5472
2 жыл бұрын
I still want to pursue solutions architect!!! But I have a question non related what is the future of cloud with w3 coming to play? What can potentially happen to cloud engineers/jobs will things change to where we have to upskill even more? Because I’m interested in learning stuff in blockchain, tokenization in assets which Central banks are working on like India!!!!
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Some SAs I know, have had web3 & blockchain discussions with their customers - usually the major banks. I haven't had a customer discussion about those technologies yet - but yes, if these technologies get adopted more and more, as Solutions Architects, we will all have to upskill to help customers who are looking to innovate in those fields. 😄
@chasehowards5472
2 жыл бұрын
@@TechwithLucy thank you for the response. It’s gonna be pretty interesting how cloud changes to adapt and how things get automated over time from AI allowing for us to focus on more important things.
@Khaled-p5d5g
7 ай бұрын
What type of customers exactly looking for advises and help,what they trying to achieve exactly by reaching out ,any explanation on that please And thanks for your videos ,really helpful
@tyrondeonarine1348
2 жыл бұрын
Good points Lucy.
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@gorka9020
2 жыл бұрын
I think that you nailed it with this video!
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Thank youu 🙌
@connieo3927
2 жыл бұрын
Great video Lucy, as always. If someone is not into customer service type of job or role, then it sounds like SA will not be good for them.
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
That's exactly right! There are many jobs out there that are more internal-facing (e.g. Project managers, Software developers). People in those roles might still have to talk to customers sometimes - but no where as much as Solutions Architects need to.
@johnczech7074
2 жыл бұрын
As a direct result of your video I Never Ever want to be a aws certified anything! Lol! Just kidding! Still want to be certified! Thanks Lucy! Have a great day!!!
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Haha 😆 Best of luck on your cloud journey!
@juanarango4436
Жыл бұрын
@Tech With Lucy. If I do want to get into the Cloud industry and I don't like dealing with customers. What other paths or work would you recommend for someone who really just does not like dealing with people up front, but does enjoy working with all kinds of networking, scripting and systems?
@JeffOwens
2 жыл бұрын
Oh yes, I still want to become a Solutions Architect!!
@KinzaSheikhOfficial
Жыл бұрын
Came to watch it because I thought no way Cloud based industry is for me. Coming out of this video, I feel like I can be a good fit in solutions architect role
@TechwithLucy
Жыл бұрын
Yay! 😊
@NatTecnologiaEFinancas
4 ай бұрын
That was new for me. I imagined something different.
@brandonshrigley6962
2 жыл бұрын
I think you're reason 2 should be applied to anything with tech. The industry is always moving and if you're not willing to keep up then it is not the industry for you.
@lamo2real
12 күн бұрын
What are the major differences between cloud architecting and solution architecting?
@CodeWithMuh
10 ай бұрын
Your Content is Amazing.
@JusdoinstuF
2 жыл бұрын
good advice
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support!
@biggur5
Жыл бұрын
This applies to any profession you are considering
@marian1432
2 жыл бұрын
I love your videos! Keep it up
@TechwithLucy
2 жыл бұрын
Thank youu! 😊🙌
@itsoneman
4 ай бұрын
Its sounding like.. You are an marketing agent and you have to sell some service to the customer, regardless of what he is asking for.... Keep learning new ways to sell by knowing more about your product and client vulnarabilities
@bioman2007
Жыл бұрын
This video is gold. I actually had that crisis of "Solution Architech role not being enough defined". I think it's a great role if you really like having a broad scope of the IT solutions. If you have more narrowed interests (like cloud/infra/networking/coding) whatever other Technical path should be fine. Also, Lucy mentioned something important: for being an Solution Architech you definetly need to be a "People" person.
@fernandoechevarria4660
Жыл бұрын
Thats discourages me. Is it another role in cloud that focuses on code only?
@bioman2007
Жыл бұрын
@@fernandoechevarria4660 absolutely. Being a Cloud Eng is not the same that being a Solutions architech.
@stefhen71
2 жыл бұрын
I am still going to pursue it. thanks
@coldball5578
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for putting up timestamps. It helped me go through your main points and quickly determine that this video isn’t for me rather than me having to sit through the whole thing.
@arieorange
Жыл бұрын
I’m not a SA but i have great SA that support me in my territory , regards from AWS Indonesia Public Sector
@TechwithLucy
Жыл бұрын
Amazing 😄
@bernardhh15
Жыл бұрын
Great video that really helped me moving forward. Any positions that are in the cloud where you don’t have to interacting with people?
@VerticalVee
Жыл бұрын
Wait but if we dont actually build anything out for the customer then what exactly does a project as a solutions architect look like?
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