What Amazon S3 Files Means for Learners and Builders
Amazon S3 Files makes S3 buckets accessible as file systems. Here is what the launch means for learners, what they should study next, and why it matters.
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Why AI Should Accelerate Courseware Development, Not Replace Instructional Judgment
AI can speed courseware development, but it should not replace instructional judgment. Learn how AI-assisted course creation can improve technical training without sacrificing rigor.
Announcing the Udacity AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate Nanodegree
I'm excited to share that Udacity has released its AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate Nanodegree program; co-authored by George Sawyer.
CyberSAFE-510 Is Here: What’s New and Why It Matters
The new CyberSAFE-510 (CBS-510) exam and courseware are now available. They meaningfully raise the bar on AI-era risk awareness, social-engineering defense, and business-friendly delivery.
I’m Now an AWS Academy Educator — Here’s What That Means
George Sawyer has been approved as an AWS Academy Educator. For clients, partners, and students, this is more than a credential — it's a commitment to rigor, current best practices, and industry-aligned learning experiences.
AWS Announces New Generative AI Developer – Pro Certification
AWS has officially announced its newest addition to the certification family — AWS Certified Generative AI Developer – Professional. A full study guide and instructor-led beta preparation course will launch soon.
GitHub Foundations Practice Test Release
Announcing the release of the GitHub GH-900 Practice Test, now available from MeasureUp. A comprehensive preparation resource with 100 expertly written questions covering every GH-900 domain.
Do I need a fractional/virtual CIO?
Who helps your small to medium business (SMB) make important strategic technology decisions? This article discusses the important role of the Fractional CIO for small to medium businesses.
Book Review: Jonathan Bergmann’s "The Mastery Learning Handbook"
Jonathan Bergmann's 2023 book "The Mastery Learning Handbook" is an inspirational and practical journey into applying Mastery Learning in a variety of educational settings.
What makes a great technical trainer?
What does it take to be a great technical trainer? In over 20 years of delivering and directing training delivery, my conclusion is that there are really just two dimensions on which students will evaluate a trainer every day: Are you credible and are you entertaining?
Four Approaches to Learning & Development
George Sawyer outlines four major approaches to workplace learning and encourages organizations to be intentional about their learning strategy.
Principles of Organizational Learning
George Sawyer's six principles of organizational learning. An organization which wants to develop a loyal and highly productive workforce will embrace a mix of established approaches to workforce development.