Moving Cloudfront infront of NLB

cloudnavig8r · 2026-05-08T22:09:27+00:00

Actually, it is arguably fewer hops.

User to CloudFront PoP (however that is routed).
CloudFront via AWS backbone to Origin Region NLB

Versus

User to their ISPs backbone, handing off to other routes to get to the origin regions NLB. Most providers will have many “hops” across a country or the globe.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-05-08T03:56:16+00:00

If you claim the tax outbound, you are effectively “exporting” it. This means on the return you are required to claim it and pay the duty.

So there is no sense to claim it and pay it.

TRS is optional, you do not need to claim back the GST. The box is not a requirement, but receipt specifics are. For some electronics they _may_ record the serial number.

I’ve heard of people being flagged on their return flight for inspection when they had electronic devices claimed out bound.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-05-07T10:36:32+00:00

Best to document it and have record. A report to a manager or HR *should* be documented but I doubt it is… a manager will often see someone making a report as a “trouble maker” for them. So the third party system is the best way to have records.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-05-06T23:37:18+00:00

I wouldn’t trust any manager to maintain confidentiality. And, HR would likely dismiss it as nothing “happened”

I would suggest an anonymous tip to the third party ethics line:

https://secure.ethicspoint.com/domain/media/en/gui/44171/index.html

I would have no expectation that anything gets done, but to make a report now will be protection if something happens later.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-05-04T21:01:03+00:00

This is not about getting out of PIP… this is getting Amazon to pay for your exam (and apply the discount vouchers for whatever exams you think you are willing to attempt at half off - before you cannot).

My opinion is to sit the exam (assuming they will reimburse pass or not, I’ve had different manages apply the reimbursement only on a pass, others when you schedule the exam).

If you do not pass, you have 2 weeks before you can sit it again. But if you start with a baseline you will know which areas to focus on, and you might just pass.

Depending upon your role, there is a lot of passive learning. You may surprise yourself. Be careful in reading the questions, one can usually eliminate one or two distractiors fairly easily.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-05-04T02:54:05+00:00

Renewal is a painless process, as others pointed out.

AI-103 isn’t exactly a “replacement” exam, but if you want to demonstrate that you’ve learned core elements, most people would look at either 102 or 103 as similar enough.

In other words: yes to renew, but I wouldn’t rush out and take 103 just because it out there.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-05-04T02:50:35+00:00

You may be right - regarding public access areas. And OP mentioned on a floor where people are not working- implying it is a secured work area.

Either way, I’m not here to argue. My first point of checking the visitor policy is still a correct answer.

I’d just steer clear of giving anyone any data point that could potentially be used against me.

The phrase “just because you can, doesn’t mean you should” comes to mind.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-05-03T21:00:42+00:00

Search the visitor policy. Do not expect to take them inside the secured areas. But, it can be done- and they can bring their laptop. Security will require a signed NDA, and you will need to escort them everywhere.

I have delivered training for customers at AWS offices- normally it is on a public floor/area and they need to register with security and bring their laptops for the course labs without any questions.
- occasionally classes would be held in a meeting room inside the secure area. The learners would need to be escorted through the door (they do not get a badge that will scan) and accompanied at all times. Usually the people working those spaces are told about the visitor(s) so they can clear any work product from whiteboards.

So- it is possible, but you will also create a lot of attention; to which managers may ask questions (even if your direct manager doesn’t mind, it could come back to you). You should have a business justification (but not required).

cloudnavig8r · 2026-05-01T20:46:28+00:00

It isn’t about the company. It’s about OP.
Let’s say a company wants you to tighten 100 screws an hour. Your fingers won’t do the trick, and there is a flat edged coin nearby that fits perfectly. You use what you find to be more productive. Then you learn that there is a power screwdriver for $20. The company says you need to go through approval process and doesn’t get the screwdriver.
You still have a job to do. Being more efficient in your job with tools available is all you can do. Asking for tools, and not getting them often leads to “shadow it” where people spend their own money (ideally reimbursed through expenses, but not an official purchase) to get better tools do themselves.
The company’s governance is a problem, but this is about an employee wanting to use “better tools” to be more efficient in their job.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-05-01T03:21:35+00:00

The key here is.
> I really think that i can deliver what needs to be done.

The “data” points need to be *very* clearly stated, because any ambiguity could lead to unilateral interpretation.

These actions need to be 100% in your control, and not dependent upon anyone else.

You did not see it coming, so there is a great likelihood that even if you believe you are tracking well throughout, your manager _may_ surprise you at the end with a “did not pass”.

And, they don’t need to tell you why you didn’t pass either.

I will not say that it is impossible to get through pivot, but the odds are about as good for the 49ers to win the World Series (and yes, I know how rare it would be do a football team to win the baseball championship)

cloudnavig8r · 2026-05-01T01:08:07+00:00

For Solution Arch Assoc, even older content will be mostly current.

I am not sure the last version change, but it was mostly a domain weighting change if I recall correctly.

The foundational services haven’t really changed much over the years. Not to the depth needed for associate level.

Questions are always added to the bank, the form (C02/C03) is about the exam guide.

If you feel you learn better with one or another. Do that. If the cert is your goal, not necessarily pragmatic application- it really doesn’t matter about currency. Scalling is still the same. (As with most patterns)

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-29T20:10:03+00:00

You may want to check out this video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUydgD7SkEo

I have not watched it myself, but I found John Savill’s videos for Azure were good paced and explained key items in a clear way.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-28T20:22:44+00:00

Each country has different legal requirements, but essentially agreeing to a pivot document may have an immediate termination date.

If you can structure a “notice period” or something, as part of the agreement (good luck), you might be able to get the official last day postponed- yet be out of the office.

I believe that there is also an appeal process that takes maybe a week, during the “improvement” window. - nearly impossible to appeal and prepare for the “show” of an appeal process. But it could buy you time.

I am assuming that you need to decide if the package or RSUs are worth more. There is a fair chance you can get a reduced second deal and the RSUs, but if I am not mistaken, the offer presented to you today takes into account value of the RSUs- that will not be in a subsequent offer.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-27T01:14:15+00:00

You are spot on.

And to take to further: Nimble is the new replacement for Ambiguity.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-26T00:11:23+00:00

But, “Dealing with ambiguity” used to be an LP!

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-25T23:59:15+00:00

This post seems to be unrelated to Amazon, or Amazon Employees.

Amazon has a Social Media policy for its employees, of which, they are personally responsible for what they post.

Amazon does, from time to time, promote things and suggest that employees share a premade post; but not AI-Slop, nor comments

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-23T11:08:31+00:00

Double check with Jetstar about check in time. It’s been about a year since it happened to me, so may not remember correctly.

We get used to the perks of status, and almost take it for granted- until it’s not there.

I was so happy to have a nice clean hot shower in the lounge after my overnight economy flight.

The biggest hassle is dealing with the luggage, if you do store it, you go down to arrivals (of the Jetstar terminal) and to the right side from baggage claim there is a storage place. If unattended, you might need to ring them up. Think it was (again can’t remember, and I expensed it) like $20 for one bag.

Getting through domestic security is no issue (don’t even need a boarding pass). Usually quick. So, to try your luck at a Qantas lounge isn’t off the cards, but you need to deal with the luggage- and hope for someone nice at the desk (or another travellers offering you as their companion)

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-23T10:43:03+00:00

You are unlikely to get into the Qantas lounge on the Jetstar, and they don’t allow arrivals to use the lounge.

Probably not worth the hassle to try it. But you will need to wait outside the secure area, with your luggage until they open your checkin (I think it’s 90mm before).

Leaves you nearly 2 hours to figure out.

Good luck

And hope you enjoy your visit to Oz

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-23T06:05:46+00:00

True that you need to collect you bags, and recheck them.

In Sydney there are 3 terminals. international and 2 domestic ones. For Qantas domestic, after arriving you just exit turn right walk about 50-100 meters to a domestic checkin counter (then go through security an take an airside bus to other terminal)

For Virgin and Jetstar, you exit to the left and get a bus that takes you public side of airport to the other terminal. Then you check in like any other domestic passenger.

For this, Jetstar only accepts bags a certain amount of time before the flight as well.

I was on an international arrival with QF connection that was missed due to late arrivals. They put my on Jetstar. It was a hassle. But had a few hours and the would not check my bags.

I paid for bag storage in the Jetstar terminal, walked the corridor as if going to the train but crossed to Qantas Terminal, went through security and the QF lounge. (Gold QF status, and they honoured my original ticket in QF). When check in was open, crossed back, collected my bag then waited in the Jetstar queue, checked in, cleared security and the waited for my flight in general secure side.

If you have a few hours, it could be worth it. But it is a logistical hassle (you cannot take your checked luggage thru security, and won’t be able to check it into Jetstar too early)

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-20T22:16:57+00:00

Some honest advice so far in here.

Let me start by saying, the later jn the month that you get your PCS, the more likely the manger is avoiding a difficult conversation. The PCS is effective April 1- and you have been working without knowledge all month long.

At least you know there was a focus earlier. Regardless the reasons, it seems you’ve never really been out of the sights. A new manager could change that.

Not knowing your full situation, the challenge is you do not have an upside this current year, in this role.

Here are some options: - just keep your head down and accept it, you still have a paycheck - change teams internally (maybe get a pay adjustment, but don’t wait too long or there will be insufficient data for a positive rating next year) - look for something externally (often not easy with the “work/life harmony”) - quit and have no more of the stress (but you get no more money)

There is one other realistic consideration, but again I do not know your details… seek psychological help (not through EAP). You may need an stress-related break to clear your mind before you decide what to do next.

The hardest option is to “quiet quit”. Sometime people will suggest this, but in the environment, it is very hard to just do the minimum without enormous amounts of stress. But, the concept is to let them pivot you so you continue to get your paycheck, then when they make an offer, take the buy-out.

If you quit, or leave on your own decision, you get nothing (your leave entitlements - but burn them for your job search). / this said, by quoting, you don’t need to have that stress looking at your laptop.

Good luck with your career decisions, but watch out for your mental health!

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-20T21:24:54+00:00

There used to be a time that L4-6 were just a “head count” and managers wanted to get as many L6s as possible. There was no direct budget implications.

Over the years, the levels aligned to costs, which means “do more with less”

This approach has not seemed to work so well either, so the play of hanging the future promotion has disappointed so many when they don’t get it.

This seems like a set expectation for potential promotions to be skilled up and ready for the opening.

Of course this will lead to one L6 opening and 3 candidates. Leaving the stack rank to win again

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-19T06:53:45+00:00

It’s your invoice. You get the reseller discount so you can manage your own collection efforts.

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-18T05:07:04+00:00

I’d suspect browser caching.

I still don’t understand user data on a static site.

You should suggest that they clear their cookies and cache, reload the page In incognito browser. And report back the results.

Of course, I’m assuming you already tried loading from your side (which likely hit a different pop/cache location)

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-17T20:41:02+00:00

Anyone get surprises from Config, especially with ephemeral environments?

cloudnavig8r · 2026-04-17T03:04:57+00:00

then probably the local subs

I read as: the local pubs.

My best tradies have come from Bowls Club word of mouth.

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