I'm looking for advice on how to effectively 'fake it till I make it' with AWS. Specifically, I want to know what strategies or tips others have used to appear knowledgeable when working with AWS, even if I'm still learning the ropes. Any insights would be appreciated!
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I tried the 'fake it' approach, but it’s really not sustainable. Eventually, they'll ask enough questions that will reveal you don't know what you're talking about. The best route is to actually learn the material instead of pretending. Or, have a super helpful contact in the right places!
It’s tough to fake it for long. I once interviewed a guy who claimed 10 years of DevOps and 4 years with AWS, but he couldn’t even explain what AWS stands for! Honestly, it’s better to admit what you don’t know and focus on learning the basics. People usually appreciate honesty more than fake confidence.
Agreed! Just be honest; it's better to learn the essentials than trying to bluff your way through.
Honestly, don’t fake it! Everyone in DevOps kind of feels like we’re all faking it, so just dive into learning the necessary skills. I suggest using tools like ChatGPT for ideas and always test what you learn in real situations. Get comfortable with VPCs, networking, and figure out what services like EKS or ECS you're going to work with.
Yeah, some interview questions can be really basic but critical! If you can't answer them, it just shows you weren’t being upfront.