Reflection Discussion

Only a few years ago, the term cloud computing seemed more like a marketing gimmick than a legitimate evolution in technology. Today, its become clear that cloud computing is here to stay and, within a few years, will likely be as much a standard mode of operation for most data centers as virtualization is today. This means that, as an IT professional, you have a responsibility to understand how to use the cloud and how to integrate those tasks with your job role, in whatever specialty area you pursue. A decade from now, youll be the one telling new IT professionals how you were there as cloud computing initially moved into data centers all over the world.

For this discussion, take a few moments to consider how cloud computing will likely affect your career, especially considering your specialty area and any specific career goals that you have in mind. Will it be a part of your daily responsibilities? Will it affect how you approach the problems you face? Will the cloud likely transform your career track, or merely give it a nudge here and there?

Go to the discussion forum in your schools LMS (learning management system). Write a minimum 100-word post discussing your thoughts on cloud computings effects on your career and job responsibilities. Then respond to two of your classmates threads with minimum 50-word posts discussing their comments and ideas. Use complete sentences and check your grammar and spelling. Try to ask open-ended questions that encourage discussion, and remember to respond to people who post on your thread.