Education
Academic study, formal qualifications, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Professional Certifications
Cloud, networking and IT certifications are now presented on a dedicated credentials page, separate from formal education.
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BSc (Hons) Computing & IT — The Open University
Part-time | October 2025 – Present | Expected graduation: 2031
Currently studying part-time towards a BSc (Hons) in Computing & IT with The Open University alongside my professional career. The degree forms part of my continued professional and academic development, complementing my practical experience in IT and my growing focus on cloud computing and artificial intelligence.
Stewards Academy — Harlow
1990 – 1996
Completed my secondary education at Stewards Academy in Harlow, gaining GCSEs in:
English Language · English Literature · Mathematics · French · History · Business Studies · Computing
Continuous Professional Development
Self-Led Learning & Online Courses
I actively invest in my own development through platforms and resources including:
- A Cloud Guru / Pluralsight — Cloud and DevOps learning paths
- TryHackMe / HackTheBox — Cybersecurity practice labs
- YouTube / Documentation — AWS, Azure, Terraform, Linux deep-dives
- Home Lab — Hands-on virtualisation, networking, and cloud experiments
- Cloud Resume Challenge — Real-world cloud project portfolio work