If you're aiming for a specific Cloud or DevOps role, check out these recommended certification combos.. (and some preparation tips) Here's how you can pick your learning path : 1. DevOps Engineer Track: • Linux Professional (for those truly wanting to certify) • Terraform Associate • Docker Associate • Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD) • Cloud Specific DevOps Cert 2. Cloud Solutions Architect Path: • AWS/Azure/GCP Associate level first • Solutions Architect Professional • Kubernetes CKA (yes, architects need this too) • Cloud Native Associate 3. Security Specialist Route: • CompTIA Security+ • CCSP (Cloud Security Pro) • Cloud Specific Security Specialty • Certified K8s Security Specialist (Advanced) 4. Site Reliability Engineer (SRE): • LPIC-1 (Same comments as DevOps engineer track) • Kubernetes CKA • Cloud Native Associate • Cloud Specific SysOps Admin • Prometheus Certified Associate and the list continues - follow the image to learn more How to prepare? →Follow GitHub Repos for the learning path →For paid courses - check out reviews first and see when it was last updated ** →Sign up for free trials with the cloud providers to practice. →Short notes on specific configs, kept within reach. A few final points: → Don't chase certificates blindly → Order matters, associate before specialist certs → Pick based on your target role → Fundamentals can be build without certs as well** And the main thing once you're certified: don't rely on the LinkedIn badge alone; hands-on exercises are essential for remembering. otherwise, you'll forget what you were just tested on -- been there, done that! 🫣 If you find these tips useful.. 🔔 Follow Vishakha Sadhwani for more Cloud & K8s content ♻️ Share so more people can learn. Image source: kodekloud.com | 56 comments on LinkedIn