Case Study: Elizebeth Success Story,
with ITIL 4 Certification

“It is not the customer’s job to remember you. It is your obligation and responsibility to make sure they don’t have the chance to forget you.” Patricia Fripp

Linux is a fast growing open-source operating system which is finding its place in many businesses and organizations because of a number of features that make it better than others. Microsoft Windows is still the most widely used operating system in the world but for developers, organizations and unfortunately hackers, it has become the platform of choice over the years.

Linux is considered more secure and of course it is open source which makes it a better system for system administrators and other professionals. This is the reason businesses are looking for professionals with the appropriate knowledge about Linux. These individuals make considerably more in salaries than those proficient in Windows.


The first step in mastering cloud-based system development

Elizabeth had a Bachelor’s in Computer Sciences and was looking to find an interesting field for specialization when she landed a job as a Mobile Application Developer in a firm which specialized in providing digital solutions to other organizations. Being one of the highest scorers in her batch, she was able to cement her place in the company as an effective resource. However, a couple of years went by and things began to change. During the decade which began after the recession of 2008, many people lost their jobs. More importantly, things began to change in the industry after 2010. While Elizabeth survived the downsizing during the hard economic times, she couldn’t defend her position when her company wanted to make place for developers who were proficient in Linux because the were shifting their focus towards cloud-based applications.

Now without a job and with no idea as to what she was going to do, Elizabeth was going through a tough time. She was one of the people who believed in the myth that most companies use Windows so why bother with learning Linux but now she had realized how wrong she was. During the next few months she spent a lot of time researching about the prospects of growth of Linux in the corporate sector. What she found out came as a surprise to her.

She understood now that she had to invest some time in learning the basics of Linux so she could become a part of software and application development which was happening in modern times. She was particularly interested in the notion of cloud based application development and learnt that Linux was the preferred platform for the purpose. She used her savings and some financial assistance to join a Linux bootcamp. At the end of it she gave and aced the Fundamentals of Linux Administration Certification.
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This new specialization allowed her to find a great position as a Linux Administrator and a healthy increase in salary over her previous role. She is now looking to learn more about cybersecurity and the role Linux plays in it.

Final word

The Fundamentals of Linux Administration Certification allows individuals to take the first step towards learning the basics of Linux operations. The operating system is considered one of the easiest to learn yet the chances of professional growth it offers to experts are enormous.