Hey everyone! I'm 28 and have been working in Health & Safety at Amazon for a while. Recently, I've been really interested in moving into cloud computing, specifically with AWS and Azure. I don't have any programming experience, but I'm ready to dive in and learn. I'm curious if it's a smart choice to switch careers at this age. How long would it take to become job-ready in cloud positions? What's the best way to start without a tech degree or coding background? Has anyone else made a similar transition? I'd really appreciate any advice or experiences you can share. Thanks a lot!
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Honestly, the tech job market is pretty brutal right now. It's super competitive and oversaturated, especially in cloud roles. I wouldn’t recommend jumping in at this time. Outsourcing and automation are making things tougher. If you're set on it, maybe consider working somewhere like an MSP to get some experience, but just know it's a tough path ahead.
It's definitely not too late to change careers—age doesn't matter! Getting into cloud computing can be tough, especially if you aim for big tech firms that may look for degrees. A common route is starting at a helpdesk job, picking up certifications along the way. Alternatively, you could get a degree and an internship, but realize that you're competing with others already in IT. So, I'd say start at helpdesk and work your way up, getting those certifications as you go!
He might have a degree, just not in tech. Not sure if that helps.
I changed to cloud when I was 55, so at 28, you're just getting started! Don't worry about age; it's all about the willingness to learn. There's plenty of time left in your career to make this happen.
That’s really inspiring, thanks for sharing!
I began my Azure journey at 28 too, and now I’m doing great as a Cloud Security Engineer! No tech degree, just some certifications. So don’t let age stop you—go for it!
I made my switch to cloud at 37! If you're curious and willing to learn, you’ll be just fine. Just dive in and start tinkering with projects to build your skills as you go!
That's encouraging to hear, thanks!
I see your point—it does sound hard out there.