Is it ACTUALLY worth getting the Cloud Practitioner cert? I've got zero experience with anything Cloud or AWS related, and I've pretty much only known about CompTIA certs so I'm basically completely blind nor do I even know where the first step to even taking the first step. From what I looked up it seems like its a crapshoot if it's worth getting or not, with all the major advancements in tech lately I have no idea where I should start in terms of advancing my own knowledge. I don't know if the cert is good as a starting point or if it has value among companies in general or even required by them.

I've been a web dev for 1.5 years now. I'm constantly thinking ahead about career growth and how I can be the most prepared for whatever the next step may be. In that regard, I'm wondering if it would be advantageous for me to get AWS certified or Docker certified?

I've used both services a handful of times, especially now in my new job, and I'm wondering if it would help me in future job searches.

I'm a CS student in my 3rd year of University. Do you think its worth doing the foundational AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification? Or should I try out the Associate certification. I honestly don't have much experience with AWS, except a code-along project or two. Please advice.

My primary goal is getting internships at the moment.

There's no shortage of cloud security jobs, and since the market's a bit weird, maybe it makes sense to check out the demand. I've never done anything with the cloud, and maybe it's time to learn something new. The CLF-C02 is a cheap certification and could be a starting point, but will it be enough to get a response from HR departments?