AWS

How to set up a real cloud practice environment without a runaway bill — free tier limits, automatic shutdown strategies, what's worth running persistently vs. spinning up on demand, and what to build for actual portfolio signal.

An honest comparison of Google Cloud and AWS certification paths for independent engineers — job market reality, skill overlap, which platform pays better for contractors, and the case for picking one and going deep.

A repeatable FinOps checklist for contractors — CUR exports, tagging audits, and the conversation script when a client's bill jumps 40%.

A working cloud engineer's guide to navigating certifications, contractor vs FTE decisions, cloud provider specialization, and the skills that actually determine long-term career trajectory.