How NOT to Get Tech Certs in 2024

Unveiling my strategies: How NOT to get tech certifications in 2024 and revel in the journey of avoidance!

Usman Aslam
5 min readJan 4, 2024
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Hey tech comrades and enthusiasts! 🚀

It’s your buddy Usman, the guy who’s been around the tech block, seen a few victories, and yeah, stumbled more than once. Oh, by the way, did I mention I’ve conquered the summit of all 12 AWS certifications? Yeah, I’ve been around the certification block a few times.

Today, let’s have a real talk about something crucial — how NOT to snag those shiny tech certifications in 2024. While everyone else is on the fast track to success, I’m here to guide you on taking the scenic route, avoiding those pesky certifications like the plague.

So, buckle up because we’re about to embark on a journey of seven surefire ways to mess it up big time. Trust me; I’ve got some personal wisdom to share.

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1. Procrastinate Like a Pro

Indulge in the fine art of procrastination — the cornerstone of avoiding tech certifications like a seasoned pro.

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Usman Aslam
Usman Aslam

Written by Usman Aslam

Ex-Amazonian, Sr. Solutions Architect at AWS, 12x AWS Certified. ❤️ Tech, Cloud, Programming, Data Science, AI/ML, Software Development, and DevOps. Join me 🤝

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