138: AWS Compute Compute services are the engine of the AWS cloud. They are the virtualized servers, containers, and code execution environments that run your applications. A strong grasp of Amazon EC2, AWS Lambda, Elastic Load Balancing (ELB), and Amazon EC2 Auto Scaling is non-negotiable for passing this exam. This comprehensive guide will break down Read More
133: Planning and Goals In today’s interconnected world, understanding how data travels across networks and reaches users efficiently is paramount for any aspiring cloud professional. The AWS Cloud Practitioner certification provides a foundational understanding of the AWS cloud, and a crucial component of that is the “Networking and Content Delivery” module. This module isn’t just Read More
another post for my students preparing for the cloud practitioner exam 132: AWS Security The goal of the Cloud Practitioner’s security module isn’t to make you a cybersecurity guru overnight. It’s to provide you with a solid understanding of the fundamental security principles, the key services AWS offers, and, most importantly, the collaborative nature of Read More
131: AWS Global Infrastructure a blog post for my students studying for the AWS Cloud Practitioner exam AWS Global Infrastructure: A Cloud Practitioner’s Guide to Building Beyond Borders In today’s hyperconnected world, the cloud isn’t just a metaphor—it’s a living, breathing network of physical infrastructure that spans continents, fuels innovation, and powers everything from mobile Read More
128: AWS Cloud Practitioners: Economics and Billing Cloud computing has revolutionized how organizations manage infrastructure, scale operations, and innovate. But beneath the surface of elastic compute and global scalability lies a critical foundation: understanding the economics of the cloud. For aspiring AWS Cloud Practitioners, mastering the Economics and Billing module isn’t just about passing the Read More
I have a stack of books about artificial intelligence waiting to be read. The field is emerging quickly, so my reading focuses on how AI has and can affect work, life, and society. Madhumita Murgia’s 2024 book Code Dependent: Living in the Shadow of AI was the most recent book of this genre I have Read More
171: Assistive Technologies and Accessibility | RSS.com In today’s digital schools, providing students with technology is about more than just giving them laptops or internet access. It’s about ensuring every single student has the tools they need to participate, learn, and succeed. This is where two critical concepts come into play: assistive technology and accessibility. Read More
An introduction for students in my operating systems course for community college students As a Computer Information Systems (CIS) major, you’re already familiar with operating systems like Windows and macOS. They’re great for desktops, but when you look behind the curtain of the world’s digital infrastructure—from massive cloud data centers to the smartphone in your Read More
A post for my students preparing for the AWS Cloud Practitioner exam 129: Cloud Computing Learning about cloud computing can feel like learning a new language. You’re bombarded with acronyms (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, VPC, EC2… what?!), abstract concepts, and a whole new way of thinking about technology. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But here’s the Read More
AI was recently asked about the potential of using facial recognition technology on campus. That caused me to return to my folder of “old stuff” I maintain and to revise a blog post I had abandoned almost 5 years ago when the pandemic caused the issue to be forgotten by those who had me thinking Read More