
Farieda Sydow Shares Her Experience
Good day! I’m Farieda Sydow. I recently completed an AWS Re/start program, which I spent 3 months doing. I’m thrilled to share my experience and how it has positively influenced me.
As a student, my time in the program was fantastic. I was initially drawn to it because it was something different and challenging. I found it went above and beyond what I expected throughout the course. The lessons were easy to follow, the instructors were supportive, and I loved the hands-on approach. Plus, connecting with other students was a bonus. It was a great experience that gave me valuable skills for my future.
The education I received during the Program was excellent. The instructors were experts in their fields and made complex topics easy to understand. The curriculum was practical and up-to-date, teaching me skills directly relevant to the real world. I appreciated the hands-on learning opportunities provided. It was a high-quality learning experience.
The learning environment felt welcoming. The classroom was clean and a good size space for the whole setup, with tables and chairs laid out very spacious. Toilets were right next door. There was no noise or distractions. The support system was solid, I had multiple people around me to help out whenever I needed it.
Participating in the AWS program has boosted my skills in several ways. I’ve learned to use AWS services like EC2 and S3.AWS taught me essential security practices like IAM and encryption, helping me design and maintain secure systems. I learned to use tools like CloudWatch to monitor and optimize resource usage, reducing unnecessary expenses.

AWS has not only enhanced my technical skills but also sharpened my problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, benefiting both my personal and professional life.
So the Skills Accelerator team took us as a class to the AWS Skills Centre in Cape Town. Here is where I got to see the things I was learning about come to life. I got to meet amazing people and connected with many who were doing the work already. I even met one of the instructors on the AWS Skills Builder platform!
I also got to attend the AI event. I met people in the field and this opened up a whole new world to me. These experiences were truly amazing and encouraged me to want to do better and take this journey even further.
I can truly say that my personal growth within this time has been outstanding. I came into this knowing only where to turn the laptop on and off and today I can say that I am a certified cloud practitioner.
I’ve overcome challenges which boosted my confidence. I learned to balance tasks effectively. It improved my communication, and working with peers enhanced my communication skills. Exploring different subjects helped me understand my interests better.
Being a student helped me develop confidence, time management, communication, resilience, and clarity in my goals.
I highly recommend this program to others interested in similar studies. It offers valuable skills applicable in various fields within the cloud. The hands-on experience and exposure to AWS and cloud computing lay a strong foundation for future career growth.
You can enhance your skills or explore new opportunities. This program provides a learning experience worth considering.