Professional Certifications

I believe in continuous learning and validating my expertise through industry-recognized credentials. Below are the professional certifications I have earned, reflecting my commitment to mastering key technologies in cloud computing, data engineering, and identity management.

Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Certifications

1. Google Cloud Certified - Professional Cloud Architect

• Issued By: Google Cloud
• Date Obtained: December 2024
• Description: This certification validates the ability to design, develop, and manage robust, secure, scalable, highly available, and dynamic solutions on Google Cloud Platform. It demonstrates proficiency in cloud architecture principles, infrastructure design, network architecture, security and compliance, analyzing and optimizing technical/business processes, and ensuring solution reliability. It signifies a deep understanding of GCP services and best practices for building enterprise-grade cloud environments.
  
  

2. Google Cloud Certified - Professional Data Engineer

• Issued By: Google Cloud
• Date Obtained: December 2024
• Description: This certification demonstrates expertise in designing and building data processing systems, operationalizing machine learning models, and ensuring solution quality on Google Cloud Platform. Key skills validated include designing data collection and transformation pipelines (ETL/ELT), selecting appropriate data storage solutions (e.g., BigQuery, Cloud SQL), processing data effectively (using tools like Dataflow, Dataproc), and implementing secure, reliable data-driven solutions. It reflects a strong capability in leveraging GCP’s data tools for insights and decision-making.
  
  

Identity and Access Management Certifications

3. Okta Certified Customer Identity Cloud Developer

• Issued By: Okta
• Date Obtained: April 2025
• Description: This certification validates the technical knowledge and skills required to implement identity solutions for customer-facing applications using Auth0. It covers core concepts like implementing secure authentication flows (including Universal Login, social login, passwordless), managing users, applying authorization patterns (RBAC, permissions), securing APIs, and customizing the Auth0 platform using Actions and Forms. It signifies proficiency in modern identity protocols (OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect) and best practices for securing applications and APIs with Auth0.
  
  

Teaching Certifications

4. Graduate Student Certificate in University Teaching and Learning

• Issued By: Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning, University of Calgary, Canada
• Date Obtained: July 2022
• Description: This certificate program is designed to enhance the teaching skills of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. It provides a comprehensive understanding of effective teaching practices, learning theories, and assessment strategies in higher education. The program includes workshops, seminars, and practical teaching experiences, equipping participants with the tools to create engaging and inclusive learning environments. It emphasizes the importance of reflective practice and continuous improvement in teaching methodologies.