u/Kevin_gato

My first EC2

My brain is already fried, but I did it. Since my English level is not high, just following tutorials is hard. The translation is kind of bad, so I keep going back and forth.
I don’t have any background in IT, and I only started learning about computers last week.
I’ve been learning the very basics of computers and networking so far.
It’s been really difficult, but all I can do is keep going.
I’ve recently realized that I’m not very good at understanding abstract concepts.
I know this path is going to be really rough, but maybe…

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u/Kevin_gato — 1 day ago
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How do you show your project as your portfolio?

I just started learning AWS yesterday.
I learned that AWS uses a pay-as-you-go pricing model.
If I publish a website using S3 as a portfolio, do I have to keep paying to keep it online, even when no one is viewing it?
I want to know how to prove that I can use AWS.
In many videos, people say that instead of only getting certifications, it’s better to build real projects because it helps you get jobs more easily.
I know this might be a beginner question, but I couldn’t get a clear answer from ChatGPT, so I’m asking here.

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u/Kevin_gato — 3 days ago
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What course do you recommend to get CCNA?

Hi, I’m Japanese, 25 years old. I’m learning IT to change my career, and I’ve recently become interested in cybersecurity. I’ve seen that CCNA is a good certification for getting an entry-level job, because apparently around 80% of security work is understanding networking.
I understand that getting certifications is not the ultimate goal, but I think it’s a good way to prove to companies that I have networking knowledge. So I thought starting with certifications while learning the basics would be a good approach as a beginner.
I checked YouTube, and I found some CCNA courses, but most of them were uploaded 5–6 years ago. So I was wondering: what is the best current course or resource to prepare for the CCNA exam today?

Any advice would be appreciated.

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u/Kevin_gato — 4 days ago
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Is AWS like a McDonald’s Happy Meal?

I started learning AWS two days ago, but I am struggling to understand the big picture. I am trying to change my career, and I am a complete beginner when it comes to computers, so I want to check if my understanding is correct.
From what I understand, a computer is made up of a CPU, memory, storage, networking devices, and sometimes a GPU.
At first, I imagined cloud computing like this.
AWS has separate pools of components such as CPU, memory, storage, networking, and GPU. Each category has many different options with different characteristics, for example CPU-A, CPU-B, CPU-C, Memory-A, Memory-B, and so on.
I thought cloud engineers would manually choose each part one by one and combine them to build a completely custom virtual computer on the cloud, similar to building a custom PC.
But now I think AWS mainly provides pre configured systems such as EC2 instance types, and users mostly choose from these existing combinations instead of building everything from scratch.
My current closest analogy is a McDonald’s set menu.
At first I thought it was like building a completely custom burger by choosing each ingredient individually. But now it feels more like choosing from set meals such as a Samurai Burger set or a Teriyaki Chicken set. You can still change things like the fries size or drink size, and you can also add side items if needed.
Since I am not very good at understanding complex concepts, I need to break things down into very simple explanations and use real world examples to understand them.
Does this way of thinking make sense, and is there a better analogy for understanding AWS and cloud engineering?

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u/Kevin_gato — 8 days ago
▲ 1 r/Career_Advice+1 crossposts

Is there AWS community on Discord

Hi. Now I’m trying to change my career and learning AWS since yesterday. I’m following the tutorial by freeCodeCamp.org on YouTube but he said it costed 3000 dollars with Redis settings without knowing. He also taught me how to not let it happen but still I’m really worried I always have to worry about what cost me a lot without knowing in the future. Since I’m not English native speaker, all of them are like spells.
He set the apart and set the budget 100 dollars but I don’t want to pay any dollars for now at least while I’m just learning how to use AWS.
And he keeps speaking specific terms endlessly so I have no idea what he’s talking about. Even I set it Japanese which is my native language, since most of them are just specific terms I still have no idea. I keep asking them Chat gpt but idk what they said is right or wrong because sometimes they occur hallucinations.
I want to know how you guys learn this by yourself at the beginning. I’m overwhelmed that’s because I can’t understand English very well? Or just it happens to every beginners.
If you’re a cloud engineer or IT field professional, please message me and I’d love to talk with you.

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u/Kevin_gato — 8 days ago
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What do you think about starting IT as a new career from now?

Hi I’m thinking changing my career from scratch. I have been doing video editing but trying to change IT industry. Nowadays Claude code and other AI comes up and I was wondering even tho I start learning Python for example, is there any meaning to get a job? I mean I’m a complete a newbie so I’m just keep applying for IT desk support or any jobs to get into IT world. So far all of them denied me, of course haha
I just want to get some advice from all of you with remarkable expertise.
Sorry my English is broken.
I am Japanese, live in Tokyo btw.

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u/Kevin_gato — 11 days ago
▲ 2 r/ColorGrading+1 crossposts

HI, now I got MXF file from my friend and I drag it to my timeline but this screen showed up.
I searched a bit and it said the file format is not supported. Also it said it might be fixed if i turn off H.264/H.265 hardware acceleration but didn't work.
It said Material eXchange Format in the file info.
I'm using Macbook Pro M3, 18GB Memory, macOS Tahoe 26.3.1. Davinci Version is up to date.
If I need more information to solve this problem, please let me know.

https://preview.redd.it/qmdf77guypzg1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=e85470b612222308b2af83e46eac0cd06fec8459

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u/Kevin_gato — 15 days ago
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I’m currently looking for an entry-level IT Desk Support position in Tokyo.
I’m actively studying Linux, basic Python, and Git/GitHub to build a strong foundation in IT. I also have experience working with computers through my current work in video editing and color grading, where I handle technical tools and problem-solving on a daily basis.
Although I don’t have a formal background in IT, I’m highly motivated to start my career in the tech industry and continue learning hands-on in a real work environment.
I’m open to opportunities such as part-time, full-time, or even volunteer work related to IT support.
If you have any opportunities or information, please feel free to contact me.

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u/Kevin_gato — 17 days ago
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Hi! Im 25 years old guy living in Tokyo, Japan. Now I’m considering changing my career and trying to go IT industry.
I don’t have any background related to IT but I have been doing video editing and color grading so I’m pretty used to use PC.
And I have learned html and css a few years ago by myself.
What role do you think a beginner should apply for?
Or if you live in Tokyo and have IT related job, I’d like to meet or chat about it.

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u/Kevin_gato — 19 days ago

Hi, I’m 25 years old, from Japan. I’m working towards becoming colorists. To learn more about camera, I’d like to meet photographers or videographers in Japan. I live in Tokyo so if you also live in Tokyo, that’s the best.
It would be nice to walk around some beautiful places or explore the city while sharing knowledge. I can also teach you about Japan and the Japanese language. If you’re interested, feel free to send me a message!

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u/Kevin_gato — 22 days ago
▲ 3 r/IOT

Hi I have an interest in IoT. I don’t have any background but I have edited videos so far, I got used to use PC.

And I suddenly feel like giving orders to robots is cool. And if what I learn or do actually help people, it’s really good.

So I’m trying to get a job related to that in Tokyo, Japan.

If you live in Tokyo or Japan and have information please let me know!

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u/Kevin_gato — 23 days ago