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Summary Report: “Kick-off AWS FCJ Workforce - FPTU OJT FALL 2025"

Event Objectives

  • Introduce students to the AWS First Cloud Journey – Training on the Job (OJT FALL 2025) program
  • Provide participants with a clear roadmap to develop real-world cloud skills through actual AWS environments
  • Inspire students to pursue careers in Cloud, DevOps, AI/ML, and Data Engineering
  • Strengthen the connection between learners, AWS experts, and partner companies in Vietnam
  • Foster a growing community of cloud builders who can continuously learn, experiment, and innovate

Speakers

  • Nguyen Tran Phuoc Bao – Head of Corporate Relations, FPT University
  • Nguyen Gia Hung – Head of Solutions Architect, AWS Vietnam
  • Do Huy Thang – DevOps Lead, VNG
  • Danh Hoang Hieu Nghi – GenAI Engineer, Renova
  • Bui Ho Linh Nhi – AI Engineer, SoftwareOne
  • Pham Nguyen Hai Anh – Cloud Engineer, G-Asia Pacific
  • Nguyen Dong Thanh Hiep – Principal Cloud Engineer, G-Asia Pacific

Key Highlights

Launching the AWS First Cloud Journey Workforce Program

Although this was not my first tech event, it was one of the few that truly gave me a sense of direction. Seeing more than 150 students gathered with the same goal — stepping into the AWS ecosystem — made the atmosphere extremely energetic.

The kickoff highlighted the growth of the AWS First Cloud Journey, which since 2021 has supported 2,000+ students, many of whom now contribute to large-scale systems and cloud infrastructures across Vietnam.

Speakers delivered invaluable insights on:

  • Cloud adoption and the future demand for skilled cloud practitioners in Vietnam
  • Real responsibilities of Cloud Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and AI/ML Engineers
  • Skills companies value most when hiring students or fresh graduates

Event Agenda Overview

  • 8:30 – 9:00 | Check-in & Welcome Activities
  • 9:00 – 9:15 | Opening Speech – FPT University
  • 9:15 – 9:40 | AWS First Cloud Journey – Vision & Impact
  • 9:40 – 10:05 | DevOps in Real Projects – Do Huy Thang
  • 10:05 – 10:20 | Tea Break
  • 10:20 – 10:40 | Transitioning from FCJ to GenAI Engineer – Danh Hoang Hieu Nghi
  • 10:40 – 11:00 | Women in Tech – Personal Journey – Bui Ho Linh Nhi
  • 11:00 – 11:20 | Cloud Engineer Daily Workflow – Pham Nguyen Hai Anh
  • 11:20 – 11:40 | Becoming a Professional Cloud Engineer – Nguyen Dong Thanh Hiep
  • 11:40 – 12:00 | Q&A and Group Photos

Key Takeaways

Career Insights & Growth Direction

  • Cloud Engineering and DevOps remain core skillsets that companies actively invest in
  • Foundational AWS services like IAM, EC2, S3, Lambda, and VPC are crucial stepping stones
  • The ideal learning progression involves:
    Core AWS Skills → Hands-on Labs → DevOps Practices → Specialized Domains (AI/ML, Security, Data)

Industry & Alumni Perspectives

  • Speakers emphasized that the cloud industry is shifting from theoretical knowledge to practical, outcome-based skills
  • Alumni stories illustrated how dedication, curiosity, and consistent practice can compensate for lack of experience
  • Hiring needs continue to expand in:
    • Cloud Engineering
    • DevOps Automation
    • AI/ML Solutions
    • Data Pipelines & Analytics

Applying to Work

  • Begin with mastering core AWS services and understanding how they interact
  • Use version control and basic DevOps tools for personal projects
  • Build small cloud-based apps and document solutions
  • Participate in workshops, hackathons, and AWS Study Group activities
  • Gradually explore complex topics such as infrastructure-as-code, serverless architecture, and observability

Event Experience

Attending the AWS FCJ OJT FALL 2025 Kick-off was an insightful and refreshing experience for me as a participant.
Unlike previous events I joined, this one focused heavily on practical skill-building and realistic career expectations, which I personally appreciated.

What I Learned from the Event

  • A clearer understanding of how cloud roles operate in real environments
  • The importance of continuous experimentation, even when failing
  • The mindset that learning cloud is not just about tools — it’s about thinking systematically
  • Motivation from alumni who started exactly where I am today

Networking & Community

  • Connected with AWS experts, engineers, and FCJ mentors
  • Expanded my network with peers who share the same passion for cloud
  • Learned how valuable community-driven learning can be

The kickoff event gave me both the clarity and motivation I needed to begin my journey as a future AWS Builder. It was not only a launchpad for the program but also a personal push to commit fully to the world of cloud computing.