Continuous Learning

This section documents my systematic approach to technical certification and skill development. Each certification path includes detailed study notes, practice sessions, laboratory exercises, and assessment tracking with real data from actual study sessions.

Current Learning Tracks

AZ-900 (Azure Fundamentals)

  • Status: Completed August 2025
  • Notes: Foundation Azure knowledge with practical applications

CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)

  • Status: Active - Intensive Study Phase (August 2025 - February 2026)
  • Assessment Reality: 34.7% average requiring complete knowledge rebuild
  • Study Commitment: 24+ hours/week systematic domain coverage

CCNA Study Notes:

CCNA Laboratory Work:

  • Packet Tracer exercises and network simulations
  • Real equipment configuration and troubleshooting

CompTIA Security+

  • Status: Planned (April 2026)
  • Focus: Industry-standard security certification

Python PCEP (Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer)

  • Status: Paused until CCNA completion (Strategic adaptation)
  • Resume: May 2026 with network automation focus

PowerShell Mastery

  • Status: Active development (February 2026 target)
  • Focus: Windows administration and automation scripting

Future Certification Tracks

  • ECMS 1 & 2 (Meraki Specialist)
  • SC-900 (Security & Compliance Fundamentals)
  • AZ-104 (Azure Administrator)
  • AZ-500 (Azure Security Engineer)
  • AZ-700 (Azure Network Engineer)
  • SC-300 (Identity and Access Administrator)

Study Methodology

Assessment-Driven Learning

Every new certification begins with comprehensive assessment week using MeasureUp practice tests to identify knowledge gaps and prioritise study time effectively.

Systematic Progress Tracking

Weekly practice test validation with documented score improvements and weak area identification for targeted remediation.

Real-World Application

All learning immediately applied to KCP Network’s 70-site infrastructure for practical reinforcement and portfolio development.

This section is updated weekly with new study notes, laboratory exercises, and progress documentation.