Since last May, I have set a clear main goal: to pursue a career in the Cloud space, starting as a Cloud Engineer and eventually evolving into a Cloud Architect—with the ultimate dream of launching my own startup one day.
I know that becoming a Cloud Architect is a senior role that requires years of hands-on experience in infrastructure design, management, and security, as well as developing a broad technical and strategic vision.
Teacher Feedback & LinkedIn Insights
To structure my self-study plan, I initially gathered insights and advice from several Cloud professionals I reached out to on LinkedIn.
With school starting back up, I talked to my Computer Science teacher to share my study roadmap and ask for her feedback. Having her guidance is crucial for me to refine, adjust, or update my learning milestones based on her experience.
Here are the main topics we discussed and what I am currently working on:
- Current Focus: Right now, I am studying software architecture and Design Patterns, specifically focusing on the Factory Pattern.
- Certifications: I am still deciding whether to focus primarily on AWS or Azure certifications, but in the meantime, I have already started the AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials course.
- Post-Graduation Plans: I plan to attend university after high school. I would love to study at the University of Trento, which I have always admired for its excellence in Computer Science.
- PCTO & Hands-On Experience: I am evaluating high school internship options (PCTO) that align best with my goals. I find opportunities in the startup ecosystem particularly interesting, along with the option of doing a summer internship at a tech company in Ariccia.
Next Steps
This journey isn’t just about learning how to use cloud services; it’s about building strong fundamentals step by step.
I will continue to update my roadmap and document my progress right here on mycloudrise.com!