Posts by Ijay

@Ijay

Ijeoma Igboagu

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Lagos, Nigeria linktr.ee/i_jeoma Joined August 2025
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Posts by Ijay

Ijay in Articles 3 min read
In this edition, let us slow down a little and think. > Do certifications actually help people get jobs? This is something I have been thinking about a lot lately, especially in tech. Because honestly, the internet sometimes makes it feel like you...
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Ijay in Articles 2 min read
In my last edition, I talked about tutorial hell and how I escaped it. But after publishing it, I realized something. Not everyone actually understands what “tutorial hell” means. So let me explain it based on my own experience. What tutorial hel...
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Ijay in Articles 3 min read
What watching tutorials taught me and why building changed everything. Almost everyone who is learning something new experiences tutorial hell at some point. You watch videos, read guides, and follow along step by step. Everything seems clear while...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
Upon passing certification, no job. That's why I created this video, "The Pain Behind the Smile," and beside this, the question is getting much. I kept seeing the same thing everywhere. People passing their AWS exam and still not getting a single i...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
We are in the AI era. I made this video just to voice my opinion and take points on AI. I use AI, but it can't replace me. So what's your take on AI? If this video helped you, feel free to leave a comment here and engage on my channel1. I read and ...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
This video explains Amazon Web Services in simple, everyday language or technical pressure. If you are not from a tech background but keep hearing about cloud computing, AWS jobs, or cloud skills, this video is for you. In this video I broke down wh...
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Ijay in Articles 6 min read
Infrastructure as Code has changed how engineers manage cloud infrastructure. Instead of manually creating resources in the cloud console, we can define everything in code and let tools handle the provisioning. Terraform is one of the most popular t...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
How I Locked Myself Out of My AWS Account And What I Learned In this video, I shared a real mistake I made while working with AWS IAM. I was adjusting permissions and ended up locking myself out of my own account. No access, no quick fix, just less...
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Ijay in Articles 1 min read
Want to learn AWS hands-on but worried about getting charged on your personal AWS account? No stress. AWS has a platform called AWS Skill Builder Labs where you can practice real AWS services safely. You sign up, pick what you want to learn, and ...
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Ijay in Articles 2 min read
One mistake many beginners make with AWS is assuming nothing will happen if they stop using it. In 2023, I opened an AWS account and deployed a small React app just to explore the console. After that, I left the account untouched for months. When I...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
What is an Availability Zone, and why does AWS use it? Availability Zones are one of the most important concepts in AWS, but they are often confusing for beginners. In this video, I explain what an Availability Zone is using simple language and real...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
If you are learning AWS, you might be wondering what jobs you can realistically start with. In this video, I break down entry-level careers you can start after learning AWS, what each role actually involves, and what skills matter most so you do not...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
Learning AWS by only reading documentation or watching tutorials is not enough. AWS only starts to make sense when you practice hands-on. In this video, I share free platforms where you can practice AWS hands-on, without stress, and without worryin...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
Most people don’t quit AWS because it’s too hard. They quit because they try to learn everything at once. There are over 200 AWS services. No clear path. Random tutorials. Endless clicking around the AWS console. AWS is not something you finish. It’s...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
AWS bills can get expensive fast if you are not careful. In this video, I show you common AWS services people forget to turn off and how they quietly waste your money. If you are learning AWS, cloud computing, or DevOps, this video will help you und...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
AWS Regions can be confusing at first. In this video, I explain AWS Regions using a simple bank branch example so it’s easier to understand how location affects speed, cost, and reliability in cloud computing. If you’re new to AWS, cloud computing, ...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
This video covers the essential AWS tools and explains what each service is best for and how it fits into real-world deployments. You get a clear guide on options for static and dynamic sites and learn when to use specific AWS features to scale and m...
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Ijay in Videos 1 min read
In this video I talk about how long it takes to learn Amazon Web Services in a realistic and practical way. I explain that timelines you see online, like learning AWS in 30 days or a couple of weeks, often don’t reflect real learning on the job. Inst...
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Ijay in Articles 5 min read
Security is a vital part of every system and infrastructure. The word "security" comes from the Latin securitas, which is composed of se- meaning “without” and cura meaning “care” or “worry”. Originally, it meant "without worry." Over time, it has co...
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