Kyle Michael - Cloud Resume Challenge

About Me

IT Technician skilled in optimizing system performance and user experience. Pursuing a transition into Cloud Engineering with a focus on secure, cost-effective, and scalable cloud solutions. Currently studying AWS services and working toward becoming a certified Cloud Engineer.

Skills

Amazon Web Services (AWS): Hands-on experience with core services such as S3, EC2, VPC, ECS, and CloudFront through personal learning projects and the Cloud Resume Challenge.
Python: Basic scripting for automation, file handling, and simple serverless functions using AWS Lambda.
Version Control: Familiar with Git and GitHub for managing code, tracking changes, and collaborating on projects.
AI Tools: Leverage tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot to accelerate learning, troubleshoot code, and generate efficient Python and PowerShell scripts..
Networking & Web Hosting: Understanding of DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, and hosting static websites using AWS S3 and CloudFront.

Currently learning: AWS IAM, Lambda functions, and Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation & Terraform)

Projects

Cloud Resume Challenge — Built this resume as a static website hosted on AWS S3 and CloudFront with a visitor counter using Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB.
AWS Static Website — Deployed a personal website using S3, Route 53, and ACM for HTTPS.
Python File Encryption App — Created a simple Python tool to encrypt and decrypt files using keys and basic cryptography.

Education

Associate of Applied Science in Networking and CyberSecurity — Grossmont College (2021)
Focus on network security, ethical hacking basics, and information assurance principles.
Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology — Grossmont College (2021)
Coursework included networking fundamentals, operating systems, and computer hardware support.

Certifications

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
CompTIA Cloud+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA A+