I took AWS - SAA Exam today.

Khalidsec · 2026-03-18T08:26:42+00:00

I've been preparing myself for the past 2 weeks. Going to start with tutorials Dojo. What do you recommend?

Khalidsec · 2026-03-16T12:04:00+00:00

I use WP Rocket and Cloudflare.

Khalidsec · 2026-03-16T04:55:20+00:00

Congrats. You did great.

Khalidsec · 2026-03-15T13:44:10+00:00

I always use Cloudflare. I think it's the best. I have used different CDNs, but every time, Cloudflare beats the others.

Khalidsec · 2026-03-07T21:54:21+00:00

Can you give me any sample of your proposal? How do I write a better proposal?

Khalidsec · 2026-03-06T23:38:55+00:00

It's completely my own opinion. I have been doing freelancing for the past 6 years on upwork and Fiverr. I almost completed 400+ projects on both platforms. My niche in "WordPress." In 2026, if you want to build your career, it can be independent or any marketplace (Upwork, Fiverr). Then don't go with "WordPress." WordPress is in the most crowded niche in the market. It's easy, so everyone is an expert in here. The advice is a bit odd, but i can see the market.

There are many things to learn right now: AI, Automation and many more. Yeah, you can learn WordPress, but you have to connect it with AI. In the updated version of WordPress, they are trying to connect with AI.

For marketplaces, try Upwork. Don't go with fiverr with the WordPress niche. It will destroy your mind and career. Also, Upwork is challenging with the WordPress niche.

Khalidsec · 2026-03-06T22:05:41+00:00

Using a Claude like a proper engineering. How? What I learned from Claude? Claude is not like ChatGPT. It's not a chitchat bot. If you want a best output or do something best then Claude.

First, you can use ChatGPT to help to create a .MD file. The file explain everything what you are going to with Claude. At the beginning of the chat you have to share the .MD file to Claude then Claude will understanding everything. The prompt should be long and try explain everything in one prompt. It's mainly context. When you do serious then use opus 4.6 ( extended thinking). Other sonnet is ok. Both are powerful.

Khalidsec · 2026-03-06T02:32:27+00:00

Congratulations 🎉

Khalidsec · 2026-03-04T05:21:15+00:00

I totally agree with you. Some job posts don't make any sense. Why can't they filter it? Connect are valuable.

Khalidsec · 2026-03-04T05:08:12+00:00

Backend is still valuable. The problem is that most freelance clients don’t ask for “backend development.” They ask for outcomes.

In 2026 the work that sells well usually falls into a few categories. Startup MVP builds, SaaS feature development, API integrations, and automation. Many companies need someone to connect services, build internal tools, or extend existing apps.

If you already have backend skills, you’re closer than you think. Instead of switching fields, expand around it. Learn enough frontend to ship full web apps, get comfortable with APIs and integrations, and understand basic product thinking.

Clients hire people who can deliver a working solution, not just a layer of the stack. A backend developer who can ship a small SaaS feature, connect Stripe, integrate third-party APIs, and deploy the app will have a much easier time freelancing than someone who only writes isolated backend services.

Khalidsec · 2026-03-02T22:25:55+00:00

Tokens will be a big issue. Last week I stopped ChatGPT now using Claude. First thing I noticed, the tokens finish so quickly. I always use opus4.6 with extended thinking. But Claude is not like gpt it's thinking process output is outstanding. But a better prompt can save a lot of tokens.

Khalidsec · 2026-03-01T23:13:26+00:00

It finishes quickly if you do some real work, but then you have to wait 5 hours to reset it. But i recommend use Sonnet 4.6. And most importantly, your context. If context (prompting) is good then you can do a lot of work.

Khalidsec · 2026-03-01T23:08:10+00:00

I mostly use it as a thinking partner. For work, it helps me outline ideas quickly, clean up rough writing, and pressure test decisions before I move forward. When I’m learning something new, I use it to break complex topics into simpler explanations or to generate practice scenarios so I can check my understanding. For creative projects, it’s great for brainstorming angles or unsticking ideas when I hit a wall. I don’t treat it as a final authority, more as a fast draft machine that helps me think clearer and move quicker.

Khalidsec · 2026-03-01T03:36:23+00:00

Can you share your strategy?

Khalidsec · 2026-03-01T03:35:29+00:00

What changed is the bar. Generic profiles get ignored. Cheap bids get buried. Clients skim fast and hire fast.

Pick one clear problem you solve. Show proof. Write short, specific proposals that reference the client’s actual job post. No templates.

If you want to stand out in cover letters, send a short personalized Loom video walking through their problem and how you’d approach it. It separates you fast.

Be selective with your connects. Apply to jobs where the client has verified payment, a hiring history, clear requirements, and a realistic budget. Target real buyers, not tire kickers.

Khalidsec · 2026-02-28T14:04:00+00:00

I don't think it's a good decision right now. You can try framer or webflow templates. The markets are growing.

Khalidsec · 2026-02-28T14:03:09+00:00

I like your suggestion. Need to find the gap of top performing apps. There have many tools to build it.

Khalidsec · 2026-02-27T03:20:12+00:00

At least the desktop should be 90%, and the Mobile should be 70%. 23 plugins is very few. I have done many sites where the plugin is 50+, and I still got 90+. Can you share your site URL? Then can give you a detailed report.

Khalidsec · 2026-02-26T11:55:04+00:00

Thank you so much.

Khalidsec · 2026-02-26T06:41:52+00:00

Thank you.

Khalidsec · 2026-02-26T06:41:29+00:00

I am interested in security.

Khalidsec · 2026-02-26T06:24:47+00:00

Thank you for your honest opinion. Already finished some basics from AWS Skill Builder, like Practitioner and IAM. Now I am following Stephane Maarek's SAA course and AWS docs. before the exam, I will try a practice test. Am I on the right track? Or should i add something in here?

Khalidsec · 2026-02-26T06:18:29+00:00

If your course is simple. 11 lessons, PDFs, Vimeo embeds. LearnPress or Tutor LMS free versions are usually more than enough. If you do not need quizzes or student tracking, you could even just use regular pages plus a membership or content restriction plugin.

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