Haha, this is basically how I passed my current two CompTIA exams. A+,N+ 1. Take practice test to get baseline of knowledge 2. Binge video series 3. Small break of a couple days then Take another practice test to gauge improvements from baseline 4. Review weakest subjects and focus my study/review on my weakest subjects. Skip subjects/terms I already understand for optimal efficiency (review takes about 1 week) 5. Take another practice test and reassess scores. Rinse and repeat until consistently can score a satisfying average practice test score (if the average is going up after every new test you're on the right path). Take exam within that week and do final reviews.
I followed this and passed the AWS Certified Advanced Networking exam in 4 weeks! I am a network and security veteran, do not attempt this if you have no experience.
Love all of these tips. The only modification I’d say is with the practice tests, don’t pay attention to the actual percentage (at least towards the exam date). Instead pay attention to the questions themselves and ask yourself on each question “Do I not just know why the right answer is right but do I know why each of the wrong answers is wrong?” Helps you study, guarantees you’re locking in the knowledge and allows you to avoid just memorizing practice test questions.
I agree with this -- I've been using practice tests more like this recently, and Im clearing exams even when I don't have near passing on the practice exams.
Failed the core1 A+ by 50 points. I will be taking it again before January. I plan to get me a tablet to read materials digitally that A+ book is hefty to lug around.
This is great. I like to read a digital book for the material as well, that way I have heard, read, and written the important stuff. Just like watching the videos on 2x speed, I'll skip book topics that I remember from the videos. Keep the content coming man, I think it will be a huge help to people figuring out their system and getting their first certs!
Thanks for the video, I'm currently pulling my eyelashes out trying to get through multilayer switching/VLANs + all their commands for my CCNA. It's so dull.Then I realised I have so much more other stuff I need to get through (learning python+linux, cloud certs). Time management is essential. I don't need to be A+ on everything.
Nope! C’s get degrees, and certs!! Important thing is to just get into roles where you’re learning organically. Then the certs are just a cherry on top, rather than your primary way of learning Good luck!
Honestly, if multilayer switching and vlans and commands after dull to you.. you may want to rethink which part of IT you're interested in.. unless you're just getting the cert to meet a requirement for career goals. if you're not going to be dealing with those topics in real life.. there sr other networking certs likely better for you.
Overall lots of great advice. I will note that studies have shown that people remember better if hand write (paper/digital) vs. typing and that's been my experience as well.
I've heard that too, and it makes sense - I've used physical books/notes in the past, and they work just fine. I just find digital resources lead me to spend more time studying, because they're always in my pocket.
5:05-5:15 I just recently started to implement the *playback speeds* via the ⚙️ icon myself usually going from 1.25 - 1.5x. And yes, it does take a little training, especially at the highest speeds. Not that hard though. Note: at times 1.25x doesn't get the job done in contrast to 1.75x+. Yet, anything in higher speeds up to 2x mainly depends on how long the content is & how the speaker speaks.
Bly me I read the azure fundamental in 1 day while sunbathing in my backyard this weekend and I did half of the exam questions in 1 night. I hope to book it this week . I saw 16 h video in 2 days! You are my kind of guy. 😊
At first I didn't like this method, but then I thought about it, and I think I do. I wouldn't do it, personally, but he was very honest about what the objective is. This is about passing an exam, not learning skills. When I go after certifications, I want to learn the skills, so I study in short durations over the course of 6-8 weeks, which allows me to gain the skills, which will naturally lead to passing the exam. This is a fantastic method to just knock out certs quickly. Know what you're wanting to do. If you just need to get the cert, this is the method I would use.
😁- glad you came around!!! - Its just how I do it, not necessarly 'the right way' You make a good point Jeff!! I'm in the lucky position of using certs to validate my existing experience, rather than to gain net-new knowledge/experience. Im lucky to get the 'hands-on' knowledge in my day job, so certs just help me fill gaps and understand some theory. When its your goal to land an actual job doing this stuff... the cert is useless if you can't prove that you know what you're talking about.
Great content Trevor! I’ve been watching your content for the last few days and really enjoy it. Btw, This is you boy Jerraill from BMT. Glad to see your doing well brother!
To anyone new to IT, please don't do this. I have interviewed people who do this and you will be spotted by people in the industry with field experience. This method will likely turn you into a paper tiger. If you already have the skills and just filling in a check box for HR, this is a great method. Passing a test is TOTALLY different than understanding the material. It's essentially the difference between someone knowing that 2+2=4 and someone else being able to explain exactly why 2+2=4. Simple analogy but the principle applies. You might know the definition of stp and when to use it based on a multiple choice option. If i tell you a story about setting up switches and then let you decide what configurations come next, you'll likely fail. Only the people who truly grasp concepts and application are gonna get that right. Not intending for this to be a rant, i just want people to succeed. If you have a bunch of paper and no applicable real world skill, you're hurting yourself.
Was thinking of studying for the cloud practitioner but you’ve convinced me to go all out for the Architect associate first. By the way you said your source of practice exams was Google ad words???? Obviously not but do you have the correct link? Also notation works with the Apple Pencil?
Hey, Thank you for the information and tips. I took the ccp now I'm working on AWS-SA. Im going to use the slide tip that you mention. I use everything else. I try to connect with you on LinkedIn. But I don't know if the link works.
"You like to LEARN, but you hate to STUDY" So damn spot on! 😵💫😅🤓
i can identify
That's so me lol
Haha, this is basically how I passed my current two CompTIA exams. A+,N+
1. Take practice test to get baseline of knowledge
2. Binge video series
3. Small break of a couple days then Take another practice test to gauge improvements from baseline
4. Review weakest subjects and focus my study/review on my weakest subjects. Skip subjects/terms I already understand for optimal efficiency (review takes about 1 week)
5. Take another practice test and reassess scores.
Rinse and repeat until consistently can score a satisfying average practice test score (if the average is going up after every new test you're on the right path). Take exam within that week and do final reviews.
I followed this and passed the AWS Certified Advanced Networking exam in 4 weeks! I am a network and security veteran, do not attempt this if you have no experience.
Love all of these tips. The only modification I’d say is with the practice tests, don’t pay attention to the actual percentage (at least towards the exam date). Instead pay attention to the questions themselves and ask yourself on each question “Do I not just know why the right answer is right but do I know why each of the wrong answers is wrong?” Helps you study, guarantees you’re locking in the knowledge and allows you to avoid just memorizing practice test questions.
I agree with this -- I've been using practice tests more like this recently, and Im clearing exams even when I don't have near passing on the practice exams.
Failed the core1 A+ by 50 points. I will be taking it again before January. I plan to get me a tablet to read materials digitally that A+ book is hefty to lug around.
Thanks for creating this. Its been so long since I've certified and now I am working on AWS Cloud Practitioner... I needed this video
This is great. I like to read a digital book for the material as well, that way I have heard, read, and written the important stuff. Just like watching the videos on 2x speed, I'll skip book topics that I remember from the videos. Keep the content coming man, I think it will be a huge help to people figuring out their system and getting their first certs!
Absolutely spot on advice. The 'skin in the game' and Udemy call outs are outstanding.
Thanks for the video, I'm currently pulling my eyelashes out trying to get through multilayer switching/VLANs + all their commands for my CCNA. It's so dull.Then I realised I have so much more other stuff I need to get through (learning python+linux, cloud certs). Time management is essential. I don't need to be A+ on everything.
Nope! C’s get degrees, and certs!!
Important thing is to just get into roles where you’re learning organically. Then the certs are just a cherry on top, rather than your primary way of learning
Good luck!
Honestly, if multilayer switching and vlans and commands after dull to you.. you may want to rethink which part of IT you're interested in.. unless you're just getting the cert to meet a requirement for career goals.
if you're not going to be dealing with those topics in real life.. there sr other networking certs likely better for you.
I followed your method again and cleared the AWS Solutions Architect Professional in 5 weeks!
Awwwh yeah!!
I just followed your method yet again and I crushed the AWS Certified Security - Specialty in 4 weeks!
Oh hell yeah. CONGRATS
❤
Overall lots of great advice. I will note that studies have shown that people remember better if hand write (paper/digital) vs. typing and that's been my experience as well.
I've heard that too, and it makes sense - I've used physical books/notes in the past, and they work just fine.
I just find digital resources lead me to spend more time studying, because they're always in my pocket.
5:05-5:15
I just recently started to implement the *playback speeds* via the ⚙️ icon myself usually going from 1.25 - 1.5x. And yes, it does take a little training, especially at the highest speeds. Not that hard though.
Note: at times 1.25x doesn't get the job done in contrast to 1.75x+.
Yet, anything in higher speeds up to 2x mainly depends on how long the content is & how the speaker speaks.
Bly me I read the azure fundamental in 1 day while sunbathing in my backyard this weekend and I did half of the exam questions in 1 night. I hope to book it this week . I saw 16 h video in 2 days! You are my kind of guy. 😊
At first I didn't like this method, but then I thought about it, and I think I do. I wouldn't do it, personally, but he was very honest about what the objective is. This is about passing an exam, not learning skills. When I go after certifications, I want to learn the skills, so I study in short durations over the course of 6-8 weeks, which allows me to gain the skills, which will naturally lead to passing the exam. This is a fantastic method to just knock out certs quickly. Know what you're wanting to do. If you just need to get the cert, this is the method I would use.
😁- glad you came around!!! - Its just how I do it, not necessarly 'the right way'
You make a good point Jeff!! I'm in the lucky position of using certs to validate my existing experience, rather than to gain net-new knowledge/experience.
Im lucky to get the 'hands-on' knowledge in my day job, so certs just help me fill gaps and understand some theory.
When its your goal to land an actual job doing this stuff... the cert is useless if you can't prove that you know what you're talking about.
That was really good, I think I approached my current exam (next week) wrong, especially not taking notes. Appreciate this video!
Great content Trevor! I’ve been watching your content for the last few days and really enjoy it.
Btw, This is you boy Jerraill from BMT. Glad to see your doing well brother!
my response when i finished viewing the video:" i like that dude!!"
thank you from a new subscriber
Blunt and real!! Keep the content coming.
Means a lot!! I will try :D
Need to implement these tips for my CCNA training!
Want the cert by the end of this year. Thanks for the vid!
Fantastic advice! Thank you, Trevor! 😃
I will be influenced this once the cycle of demands and availability are significantly build. it is expensive dimensions right now.
Great content. Looking forward to more of your videos!
To anyone new to IT, please don't do this. I have interviewed people who do this and you will be spotted by people in the industry with field experience.
This method will likely turn you into a paper tiger.
If you already have the skills and just filling in a check box for HR, this is a great method.
Passing a test is TOTALLY different than understanding the material.
It's essentially the difference between someone knowing that 2+2=4 and someone else being able to explain exactly why 2+2=4. Simple analogy but the principle applies. You might know the definition of stp and when to use it based on a multiple choice option. If i tell you a story about setting up switches and then let you decide what configurations come next, you'll likely fail. Only the people who truly grasp concepts and application are gonna get that right.
Not intending for this to be a rant, i just want people to succeed. If you have a bunch of paper and no applicable real world skill, you're hurting yourself.
spot on bruv, very helpful
Menh am from Ghana and inspire by you.i have subscribed to your channel
Hate to pay for the re-certs,. Just got started with notion. Thanks!
Excellent content thanks 🎉
Funny enough, I actually passed the ITF+ in 3 weeks. Scheduled the A+ and studied my rear end off for 30 days
Hei travor i loving your content, iam new in your channel, iam from to angola, i dont speak inglis very well but iam sturding what your tell
What was the source of the practice tests please? Couldn't quite catch it.
Was thinking of studying for the cloud practitioner but you’ve convinced me to go all out for the Architect associate first. By the way you said your source of practice exams was Google ad words???? Obviously not but do you have the correct link? Also notation works with the Apple Pencil?
Hi do you have video how to use notion ?
Is CCNA still a better option if I'm cloud and devops oriented? because I need networking knowledge.
Thanks for the video. btw, your linkedin link is wrong. Cheers.
Yeah.. I changed it to TrevSpires recently - Hope to see you over there.
i think you mean visual learner instead of auditory. auditory mean learn best from listening and speaking and visual is seeing stuff
Right! good catch
Listening to you at x2 speed. Why use 8 minutes when 4 will do!
I do the same! Why not 🤖🤖
Do you think note-takin will help you understand information or no ?
I think reviewing the notes that you take will help, yes.
Note taking itself probably helps a little, but reviewing the notes is that really matters
Hi I am Lanre please what is name of your practice test you used to pass the exam
Tutorial's Dojo - but I've done different certs over time and have used a bunch of different resources over the past 10 years.
Feel scheduling the exam that aggressively on certifications that cost over $1,000 is not good advice.
"I like to learn but I hate to study" btruh
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Hey, Thank you for the information and tips. I took the ccp now I'm working on AWS-SA. Im going to use the slide tip that you mention. I use everything else. I try to connect with you on LinkedIn. But I don't know if the link works.