5 Cloud career hacks: 1. Continuous Learning through Micro-Certifications. 01:23 •

Nano Degrees: Enroll in specialized nano degree programs that are increasingly being offered by platforms like Udacity, LinkedIn Learning, GoCloudCareers, or Coursera on cloud technologies. • Employers pay for these. • Post on social media, tag your company, your leaders, and fellow employees. 2. Develop a Niche Expertise. 04:09 •

Specialized Domains: Focus on niche areas such as cloud security, cloud-native application development, or multi-cloud management. 3. Write Technical Blogs, create a Podcast, or Create a YouTube channel. 05:31 •

Content Creation: publish technical blogs, podcasts, or videos on platforms to to share your knowledge and attract attention from industry experts. • Use LinkedIn, Substack, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Etc. and again tag your company, your leaders, and fellow employees. • Can’t be one-and-done. • Using written words, podcasts, or video platforms. 4. Teach and Mentor. 07:41 •

Skill Sharing: Offer to teach cloud computing courses at local community colleges or become a mentor at an online coding bootcamp. • Using YouTube to post mico-course, 5 mins or less. 5. Build a Strong GitHub Profile. 08:59 •

Public Repositories: Maintain a well-documented and active GitHub profile showcasing your cloud projects and contributions.