
![eCornell](/images/certs/eCornell.jpg)

## Certificate

To view my certificate, you can find it [here](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/davelevine/davelevine/main/eCornell/DaveLevine_SystemsDesign.pdf).


Certificate in Solutions Design (Legacy)


![AWS](/images/certs/aws.webp)

## My AWS Journey: From Cloud Enthusiast to AWS Certified

I'm excited to share a milestone in my career—achieving the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate certification for a second time. This journey has been a humbling experience, highlighting the immense depth of knowledge and skills required to excel in the world of cloud architecture. Just when I think I have a good foothold on the knowledge, it's always apparent that there's so much more to learn.

This certification isn't just a piece of paper; it represents my commitment to understanding and mastering AWS services to craft solutions that are both resilient and secure.

Here's why I consider this a meaningful achievement:

1. **Designing with AWS**: I'm no stranger to delving into AWS's array of services, but one of the more challenging parts of this experience is learning to choose the right tool(s) for each challenge. This challenges me to build applications that perform seamlessly and stay available even in the worst of situations.

2. **Keeping It Secure**: Security is on everyone's mind when it comes to the cloud. This certification ensures you know what you're doing when it comes to creating applications that safeguard data, enforce access controls, and adhere to the highest security standards.

3. **AWS Smarts**: From EC2 to RDS, IAM to Lambda, once you begin your studies, it won't be long before you find yourself exploring the entire AWS toolkit. It's been a humbling experience for me to not only learn how to use the resources but how they all work in tandem with one another.

4. **Career Advancement**: Beyond the certificate itself, this journey has opened doors to new opportunities. AWS Solutions Architects will likely always be in demand, and this certification is a great way of proving you have some skin in the game.

This certification represents my ongoing journey in mastering cloud technology and applying it to real-world solutions. It's not about knowing all there is to know about AWS; it's about continuing to challenge myself to learn and grow while building practical, meaningful solutions.

## Certificate

To view my certificate, you can find it [here](https://www.credly.com/badges/15634ffe-7069-4bc5-a820-4edcf854c18f).


AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate


![CSM](/images/certs/csm.webp)

## Becoming a Certified ScrumMaster

I'm thrilled to share a significant milestone in my professional journey – attaining the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification. This achievement has been an enlightening voyage, underscoring the profound knowledge and skill set required to excel in the world of Agile project management. Just as in any field, there's always more to explore and comprehend.

The CSM certification is not just a piece of paper; it signifies my commitment to understanding and mastering Agile methodologies, particularly the Scrum framework, to foster collaborative and innovative project management.

Here's why I hold this certification in high regard:

1. **Embracing Agile Philosophy**: Agile is about more than just processes; it's a mindset that values customer collaboration, responsiveness to change, and the delivery of working solutions. The CSM journey has deepened my appreciation for these Agile principles and their application in real-world scenarios.

2. **Facilitating Scrum Teams**: The heart of Scrum is the collaborative, self-organizing team. As a Certified ScrumMaster, I've learned to guide and support these teams, enabling them to deliver high-quality products and adapt to evolving project requirements gracefully.

3. **Continuous Improvement**: Agile is synonymous with constant enhancement. This certification journey has shown me the importance of fostering a culture of continuous improvement, where teams are encouraged to inspect and adapt, leading to better outcomes and higher customer satisfaction.

4. **Real-World Application**: The CSM certification goes beyond theory; it emphasizes practical application. I've had the privilege of implementing Scrum principles in actual projects, which has significantly improved project results and the overall team dynamic.

In essence, my journey to become a Certified ScrumMaster represents a transformative experience. It has armed me with the tools and know-how to navigate the complex landscape of Agile project management. I'm enthusiastic about using this newfound expertise to drive positive change within my organization and the broader Agile community.

The CSM certification marks my ongoing quest to master Agile practices and make a meaningful impact on project management. It's not about knowing everything there is to know about Scrum; it's about continually challenging myself to learn, grow, and apply these principles to create valuable solutions.

## Certificate

To view my certificate, you can find it [here](https://bcert.me/sbppozyri).


Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)


![AWS](/images/certs/aws.webp)

## Certificate

To view my certificate, you can find it [here](https://www.credly.com/badges/1499850a-2482-4ae0-b704-a85900ec631d).


AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (Legacy)


![comptia-sec-plus](/images/certs/comptia-security.jpg)

## Certificate

To view my certificate, you can find it [here](https://www.credly.com/badges/868e2b93-05ba-48e5-9ede-6c570721573a/public_url).


CompTIA Security+ (Legacy)


![MCITP](/images/certs/mcitp.webp)

## Certificate

To view my certificate, you can find it [here](https://cdn.levine.org/uploads/images/gallery/2021-06/scaled-1680-/uK0iThl3X9r3qYn0-ms-specialist.png).


Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) - Enterprise Desktop Administrator (Legacy)


![MCITP](/images/certs/mcitp.webp)

## Certificate

To view my certificate, you can find it [here](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/users/davelevine/transcript/vm952hnw3p9626k).


Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) (Legacy)

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) (Legacy)


![comptia-a-plus](/images/certs/comptia-a-plus.jpg)

## Certificate

To view my certificate, you can find it [here](https://www.credly.com/badges/108ac967-6907-4ed7-99d0-d19cef380b53/public_url).


CompTIA A+ (Legacy)


## Description

A URL shortener proof of concept built using Cloudflare Workers to show how one builds an actual URL shortener service using serverless computing.

## Key takeaways

- Building a URL shortener for free with Cloudflare Worker and Workers KV.
- Proof of concept alternative to URL shorteners such as TinyURL and Bitly.
- Hosted with Cloudflare Workers.


A URL shortener proof of concept built using Cloudflare Workers to show how one builds an actual URL shortener service using serverless computing.

Atomic URL


## Description

A knowledge base I started in 2016. It has since amassed to hundreds of articles, guides and documents that serve as a source of truth, second brain and a labor of love. The site was initially created to provide me with a better understanding of the projects I was working on at the time. It now serves as a container for all of my life projects.

## Key takeaways

- Documentation is written in Markdown and stored on GitHub.
- Generated with MkDocs Material Insiders.
- Hosted with Cloudflare Pages.
- Site analytics by Plausible.
- DNS by Cloudflare.
- Media content hosted on Backblaze and served with Cloudflare.
- Written in VSCodium.


A knowledge base I started in 2016. It has since amassed to hundreds of articles, guides and documents that serve as a source of truth, second brain and a labor of love.

All Things Worthwhile


## Description

A progressive web app for browsing Hacker News, built with React. Makes use of a self-hosted API for fetching content. Focuses on small touches missing from similar projects.

## Key takeaways

- Single page application (SPA)
  - Built with React + react-router
  - Utilizes the hackerweb and Algolia APIs for fetching content
- Progressive web app
  - App manifest
  - Service worker
  - 100/100 Lighthouse score
- TailwindCSS 2.0
  - Responsive, mobile first design
  - Light/dark theme availible (set automatically based off device theme)


A progressive web app for browsing Hacker News, built with React. Makes use of a self-hosted API for fetching content. Focuses on small touches missing from similar projects.

Hacker News PWA


## Description

My personal portfolio developed with Next.js and React. Certs and Projects sections are written in markdown and rendered with react-markdown and react-syntax-highlighter.

## Key takeaways

- Built with Next.js and React
- Progressive Web App (PWA)
  - App manifest
  - Service worker
  - 100/100 Lighthouse score
- Static Site


My personal portfolio developed with Next.js and React. Certs and Projects sections are written in markdown and rendered with react-markdown and react-syntax-highlighter.

Portfolio


## Description

Terminal-inspired, clean and customizable browser start page for geeks. Has built-in editor for customizing.

## Key takeaways

- Efficient Link Management
  - Quickly filter and open links.
  - Default search for unmatched filters.
- Use custom commands for specific searches.
- Visual and UI Customization
- Intuitive Interface
  - Customizable Fetch UI.
  - Autosuggest, autocomplete, and link cycling.
- Built-in editor


Terminal-inspired, clean and customizable browser start page for geeks. Has built-in editor for customizing.

Hey, I'm Dave!

Solutions Engineer

I design and implement systems.