We’re Journey to the Cloud
At Journey to the Cloud, our mission is to support individuals in their cybersecurity, information technology service management, and Helpdesk careers. We strive to foster a community where aspiring professionals can gain confidence and assistance from a network of like-minded peers who generously volunteer their time to help those eager to embark on their IT journey.
What began as a modest gathering of passionate individuals has rapidly evolved into a vibrant community boasting over 3,000 followers. Our collective efforts have garnered an impressive 250,000 likes annually, resulting in more than 166,000 impressions each year. This remarkable growth reflects our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for learning and professional development.
Whether you are just starting your career in IT or you are a seasoned expert, our network is designed to assist you at every stage of your professional journey. We understand the importance of continuous education in the ever-evolving tech landscape. Therefore, we provide resources and connections that facilitate learning new technologies, enhancing skills, and future-proofing your career.
We share your enthusiasm for education and skill enhancement. Our free training programs are tailored to equip you with essential knowledge that builds upon your existing expertise while introducing new concepts. Additionally, we emphasize the importance of developing networking skills that are crucial for success in today’s interconnected world.
By joining Journey to the Cloud, you will not only gain access to valuable training but also become part of a supportive community dedicated to helping each other grow professionally.
what Journey to the cloud is all about
Founded in 2020 by Matthew Browne, Journey to the Cloud was created with a singular mission: to offer free support to individuals eager to learn, enhance their skills, and receive training within the IT industry. This initiative recognizes the growing demand for skilled professionals in technology and aims to bridge the gap between aspiring learners and the resources they need to succeed.
As part of our commitment to giving back to the IT community, we provide free mentorship support that encompasses various training providers’ certifications. This initiative is designed not only to empower individuals but also to foster a supportive environment where knowledge sharing is encouraged. Our mentors are experienced professionals who guide mentees through their learning journeys, helping them navigate the complexities of certification processes and career development.
We understand that pursuing certifications can be daunting. Therefore, we offer free guidance and support tailored specifically for those aiming for various IT certifications. Our approach focuses on identifying essential skills that learners should concentrate on, ensuring they are well-prepared for both examinations and practical applications in their future careers. By providing structured advice and resources, we help individuals streamline their learning paths and maximize their potential in the competitive IT landscape.
✅ CompTIA ITF+
✅ CompTIA Data+ ce
✅ CompTIA Data Systems+ ce
✅ CompTIA A+ ce
✅ CompTIA Network+ ce
✅ CompTIA Security+ ce
✅ CompTIA Server+
✅ CompTIA Project+
✅ CompTIA Cloud Essentials+
✅ CompTIA Cloud+ ce
✅ CompTIA Linux+ ce
✅ CompTIA CySA+ ce
✅ CompTIA PenTest+ ce
✅ CompTIA CASP+ ce
✅ CompTIA CTT+
We offer a wide range of learning and support services tailored to enhance your professional development in various fields. Our programs include:
ECDL (European Computer Driving License): This certification is designed to validate computer skills and knowledge, ensuring that individuals are proficient in using essential software applications and understanding fundamental IT concepts.
ICDL (International Computer Driving License): Similar to the ECDL, the ICDL provides an internationally recognized certification that demonstrates competence in computer skills, making it an invaluable asset for career advancement.
Prince2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments): Our training in Prince2 equips individuals with the necessary skills to manage projects effectively. This structured project management methodology is widely recognized and utilized across various industries.
Microsoft Certifications: Our mentors are well-versed in Microsoft technologies and can guide you through certifications that validate your expertise in Microsoft products and services.
CompTIA Certifications: With a focus on foundational IT skills, our mentors provide support for CompTIA certifications, which cover areas such as networking, security, and cloud computing.
ISC2 Certifications: For those interested in cybersecurity, our mentors offer guidance on ISC2 certifications, which are essential for professionals looking to advance their careers in information security.
By leveraging the expertise of our mentors across these certification stacks, we ensure that you receive comprehensive support tailored to your learning needs and career aspirations.
We Provide Guidance and support on your journey to the cloud
CompTIA Certification
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Microsoft Certification
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AWS Certification
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Why Connect with us?
We Help You jumpstart your Tech Journey
We provide Support and Mentorship in CompTIA Microsoft & ISC2 Certification
We Provide Mentorship Microsoft Fundamental Level Certification.
We Provide Mentorship in Microsoft Associate and Expert Level Certification.
We Provide Mentorship in Certified in Cybersecurity (ISC)² Certification.
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Matthew joined Avanade with a very impressive cv and having had the opportunity to work with him he is a brilliant consultant. Happy to share knowledge and also recieve feedback. Working with him is a pleasure and I look forward to more adventures together
Richard Alvey
I highly recommend Matthew Browne for any role that requires a deep understanding of the Cyber Security landscape. Matthew's expertise will undoubtedly contribute to the success of any project or team. It's not just about the technical skills; Matthew brings a level of dedication and innovation that sets him apart
Ian O'Callaghan
Matthew's knowledge and engagement in the community is respected and appreciated by many. The number of industry certifications under his belt is an indication of the huge amount of experience he has working in the cloud/cyber security space. In his capacity as Microsoft MVP, it has enabled even further reach for those who need strong, positive mentors in our field. Though watching Matthew's content and engaging with him, I am confident that he can architect and deliver solutions that would benefit organizations of any size.
Mike Parker
Matthew is one of the most driven, committed and skilled professionals in the technology industry today.
His committment to learning new tech skills for his own benefit, and mentoring others to pass on that knowledge to them is second to none and can be clearly demonstrated not only in the work he does in the community for Focus-IT and Journey to the Cloud, but also due to the fact that he is a dual Microsoft MVP in Azure and Security, and a Microsoft, Comptia and ISC2 certified trainer and subject matter expert.
I'm fortunate to call Matthew a colleague, mentor and friend and would highly recommend him for any tech-based leadership or mentoring role in any organisation.
Michael Durkan
Matt and his Cloud Community Initiative "Journey to the Cloud" Came to my rescue when I was desperately looking out for an Opportunity to Present my work on Azure Cloud Automation with CICD. Matt, without giving a thought (as how many blogs I wrote or how many Speaker Session I did in past or whether I am an MVP) accepted my session and gave me the opportunity which opened several doors. Together with Matt, we successfully completed JTTC 4.0, 5.0, 6.0 (Supporting women in Tech) and the very Recent 7.0. He was also kind enough to put my name on his Focus-IT website as a "Valuable Contributor". This itself speaks a lot about Matt and his contribution to Community. I am very fortunate to have met him and very grateful for all his Support. I know for sure, if he can help you, he will and will not present any excuse for not doing it (Do not Expect help instantaneously as he does not have Super powers and like us has a Job to Perform, Family to take care and Community to Serve. Please do give him some time post approaching 🙂 ) . Speaking Straight from my Heart, I truly recommend Matt. I hope our Partnership grows with the years coming by and I can Keep Supporting Matt and his initiative when I can, where I can. Cheers!!!
Arindam Mitra
Matthew is one of the connections I cross paths with and I am happy I did. The support and contributions he has made for the Tech community, and passion to see others succeed in their career is something I will commend. He is also always ready to share his knowledge and help other grow in Microsoft community. For the few months I have been communicating with him, he has been working a lot to bring professionals together to speak in live events.
Solomon Jermiah
Matthew's experience and qualifications made him stand out as highly skilled, professional and fully competent to deal with complex problem solving for customers as well as present best practice initiatives for internal company issues. While working with Matthew he was a solid support to other team members and a great help to me in my role as Operations manager, with a friendly outlook and can do attitude! I wish Matthew well in all his endeavours and to go far!
Emily Kelly
Matthew is an inspiring mentor with an absolute dedication to his craft.
Currently, Matthew directly supports me through the British Computing Society (BCS) Mentoring Program. He has always brought an unending level of enthusiasm and expertise to our bi-weekly mentoring sessions and has had an immeasurable impact on my IT career.
Additionally, Matthew is an inspiring figure within the IT space. He consistently delivers IT events on highly relevant topics, constantly challenging how I think about IT whilst presenting excellent opportunities to expand my skills and grow my network.
Matthew is inspiring, dedicated and committed to IT in every sense of the word. I can happily extend a recommendation.
Henry Evans
Matthew has SIGNIFICANTLY increased his already strong community contributions in the past six months. Between spearheading our guests on Journey To The Cloud to his “Most Valuable Contributor” award on his website focus-it.ie, his contributions bring together Microsoft employees, other MVPs, new community contributors and supporting other community members and causes.
Id also highlight the fact that after knowing each other for a brief time, Matthew hosted me in his home in Limerick Ireland for a weekend. Taking online friendships into the real world is so important! He’s a great community contributor and so knowledgeable in Azure, cybersecurity, getting certified, applying the abstract to real world scenarios (recently moved his website to Azure).
I can point others to these concrete, measurable results that Matthew has done to 1) showcase Microsoft Azure 2) showcase trainers, Microsoft partners and employees and 3) Women in IT 4) increase his network worldwide.
Dan Rey