Education, Certifications, and Badges
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
Issuing Organization: Amazon Web Services (AWS) training and certifecation
Date Obtained: 2024
This widely recognized industry certification attests to my in-depth expertise in AWS technologies and best practices. It confirms my ability to:
- Build secure and robust solutions tailored to customer requirements by applying architectural design principles
- Strategically design well-architected distributed systems that are scalable, resilient, efficient, and fault-tolerant
- Proficiency in managing secure applications and networks on the AWS platform
- Implementing security best practices using IAM, encryption, and key management
- Implementing cost-effective architectural solutions tailored to specific business requirements
- Leverage AWS services to build robust, secure, and optimized cloud infrastructures that drive business value and innovation
- Migrating complex, multi-tier applications to AWS
This credential highlights my capacity to leverage AWS services in building robust, secure, and optimized cloud infrastructures that drive business value and promote innovation.
AWS Certified AI/ML Practitioner
Issuing Organization:Amazon Web Services (AWS) training and certifecation
Date Obtained: 2024
This certification validates my foundational understanding of AI and machine learning concepts, services, and terminology. It demonstrates my knowledge in:
- Architecting, deploying, and maintaining machine learning solutions on AWS
- Data ingestion, transformation, and preparation tailored for machine learning applications
- Training, fine-tuning, and optimizing machine learning models to achieve high performance and accuracy
- Comprehensive understanding of security protocols and compliance requirements for machine learning solutions on AWS
- Deploying and operationalize scalable, secure ML solutions using AWS services like Amazon SageMaker, AWS Rekognition and AWS Lex
This certification showcases my ability to explain the value of AI and machine learning solutions, demonstrating how they can drive innovation and efficiency within an organization. By leveraging AWS AI/ML services, I can help businesses uncover valuable insights from their data, automate complex processes, and enhance decision-making capabilities. My expertise ensures that these advanced technologies are seamlessly integrated into existing systems, providing scalable and secure solutions that align with strategic business goals.
Early Adopter Badge for AWS Certified AI Practitioner
Issuing Organization: Amazon Web Services (AWS) training and certifecation
Date Obtained: 2024
Early Adopter Badge and Professional Certifications in AWS Technologies:
I am proud to hold the AWS Certified AI Practitioner โ Early Adopter Badge, a recognition that reflects my proactive engagement with emerging AI and machine learning technologies on AWS. This distinction validates my expertise in architecting, deploying, and managing AI/ML solutions, including data engineering, exploratory data analysis, model training and optimization, and the deployment and operationalization of AI/ML models.
These certifications not only highlight my technical expertise but also underscore my dedication to staying current with the latest advancements in cloud and AI/ML technologies. By continuously updating my skills, I am equipped to build robust, optimized infrastructures that drive business value and foster innovation.
Professional Development & Certifications (2024)
Ongoing Professional Development
In 2024, I committed to expanding my expertise in cloud computing, AI/ML, and full-stack development through industry-recognized certifications, advanced training, and hands-on experience. My focus has been on mastering AWS cloud architecture, artificial intelligence, and scalable application development to drive innovative solutions
Certifications & Specialized Training:
- AWS Certified AI Practitioner โ Early Adopter Badge
Validates proficiency in designing, deploying, and managing AI/ML solutions on AWS.
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect โ Associate
Demonstrates expertise in architecting scalable, secure, and cost-optimized cloud infrastructures.
- Professional Courses Completed on Udemy:
โข AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialty 2025 โ Advanced machine learning model training, optimization, and AWS deployment strategies.
โข Ultimate AWS Certified AI Practitioner AIF-C01 โ Comprehensive understanding of AWS AI services and AI-powered application development.
โข AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Course โ In-depth knowledge of AWS best practices, high availability, security, and cost-efficient architectures.
โข The Complete Full Stack Developer Bootcamp โ Proficiency in front-end and back-end development, API design, and full-stack application deployment.
Hands-on Experience:
- Building and deploying scalable applications on AWS infrastructure
- Hands-on experience with EC2, Auto Scaling, Load Balancing, and RDS
- Configure IAM roles, policies, and multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Implement VPC security groups, network ACLs, and AWS WAF
- Use AWS Cost Explorer and Trusted Advisor for cost control
- Optimize storage using S3 lifecycle policies and Intelligent-Tiering
- Build image recognition models with Amazon Rekognition
- Implement text analysis using Amazon Comprehend
- Rocess data with AWS Glue & Athena before training models
- Audit and monitor data pipelines using CloudTrail & CloudWatch Logs
By continuously enhancing my technical expertise, I am well-positioned to design and implement high-performance, scalable, and AI-driven cloud solutions that align with modern industry demands.
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science option Network Information Technology
Department: Computer Electronics & Graphics Technology
Obtained: May, 2021
Location:New Britain, Hartford, Connecticut
This degree laid a robust foundation in computer science, which has been instrumental in sharpening my skills in cloud computing, AI/ML and data science
Key Areas of Study:
- Network Design and Administration: Designing, implementing, and managing network infrastructures include network protocols, routing, switching, and network security
- Cloud Computing: Understanding cloud services and deployment models
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Explored foundational concepts in AI and ML
- Wireless and Mobile Computing: Focus on wireless networking technologies and mobile computing
- Information Systems Management: Managing and maintaining information systems within an organization
- Data Communication and Networking: In-depth study of data transmission methods and networking principles
- Machine Learning Algorithms (Supervised and Unsupervised)
Skills acquired:
Network Protocols
Database Management
Project management
Routing and switching
Network security
systems analysis
Encryption
intrusion detection systems
Firewalls
Research & Data Interpretation
Financial & Business Analysis
Supply Chain & Logistics Management
Technical Documentation & Writing
Industrial Systems & Automation
Tunxis Community College
Associate Degree in Computer Science Option Network Administration
Department: Computer Science
Obtained: May, 2019
Location: Farmington, Hartford, Connecticut
This comprehensive education has opened doors for me in the exciting fields of cloud technology and machine learning, allowing me to tackle innovative projects and stay ahead in the ever-evolving tech landscape.
Key Areas of Study:
- Server Administration: Gaining skills in managing and maintaining various server environments, including Windows and Unix/Linux systems
- Network Security: Learning to protect networks from threats and vulnerabilities
- Database Design: Acquiring knowledge in designing and managing databases
- Operating Systems: Understanding different operating systems and their functionalities
- Programming Logic: Developing programming skills, particularly in languages like Visual Basic
- Business Skills: Developing essential business skills such as project management, communication, and organizational behavior, which are crucial for effectively managing IT projects and teams
These skills serve as the foundation of my career, equipping me with the expertise to manage both on-premise and cloud computing environments effectively. Server administration enables the efficient management and optimization of IT systems, while a strong understanding of operating systems ensures seamless integration and performance enhancement. Additionally, business acumen in project management, communication, and organizational behavior empowers me to lead IT initiatives, drive innovation, and align technology solutions with strategic business objectives.
Capital Community College
Certificate Cyber Security
Department: Cyber Security
Obtained: December, 2019
Location: Hartford, Connecticut
This program has equipped me with the expertise to protect data and systems, implement security measures, and develop security policies, supporting the overall security strategy of any business.
Key Areas of Study:
- Network Security: Design, configure, and secure local and wide area networks (LANs and WANs)
- Security Appliances and Software: skilled in installing and managing security appliances and software, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems
- Threat Detection and Prevention: identify network vulnerabilities, develop risk mitigation strategies, and detect and prevent threats to information systems
- Security Policies and Procedures: I understand how to establish and enforce security policies and procedures within an organization
- Ethical Principles and Problem-Solving: I apply theoretical knowledge and ethical principles to practical applications in networking and cybersecurity
This Cybersecurity Certificate has equipped me with the skills to identify vulnerabilities, mitigate risks, and implement advanced security measures. It has also enabled me to develop robust security policies that ensure compliance with industry standards and safeguard critical assets.
