StormWind Studios uses proprietary technologies to provide live, interactive IT training courses online in technologies such as Cisco, VMware, Microsoft, CompTIA, ITIL, AWS, cybersecurity, project management, and more. Our blog aims to share the goings-on at StormWind Studios, as well as industry news, blog posts, and some fun stuff, too.
Colin Schmit
The world of artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving rapidly, and it’s crucial for future leaders in the tech industry to stay updated. Today, we’re diving into the latest advancements from OpenAI and their popular chatbot, ChatGPT. Here are some of the latest and greatest developments to look forward to: ChatGPT’s New Voice Features: OpenAI recently […] Read More: The Future of Voice-Activated AI: What You Need to Know
Colin Schmit
The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) is a popular entry-level certification for project managers. The CAPM exam is being updated in 2023, and there are a few important changes that students should be aware of. What’s Changing? The biggest change to the CAPM exam is the removal of the 1,500-hour project experience requirement. […] Read More: The New CAPM Course: What Your Need to Know
Colin Schmit
In our dynamic tech world, the right certification can pave your path to success. Two prominent networking certifications are CompTIA Network+ and Cisco’s CCNA. If you’re on the fence about which one is for you, we’re here to provide clarity. CompTIA Network+ is a globally recognized, vendor-neutral certification that validates the skills to design, manage, […] Read More: CompTIA Network+ vs. CCNA: Navigating Your IT Certification Path
Colin Schmit
In the ever-changing landscape of IT, staying relevant is key. And for beginners, there’s no better way to get your foot in the door than by earning a CompTIA certification. CompTIA, or the Computing Technology Industry Association, offers a range of certifications that validate your understanding of various IT fundamentals. From the A+ certification, which […] Read More: The Evolution of IT Skills: Why CompTIA Certifications are More Relevant Than Ever
Colin Schmit
The rising popularity of generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT and Google Bard, necessitates robust IT policies to safeguard your company’s data. We’ll explore four crucial aspects to include in these policies, along with specific examples of potential misuse. We’ll also provide an example policy that you can use to steer the decisions that your […] Read More: AI in the Workplace: 4 Crucial Steps to Safeguard Your Company’s Data with Generative AI Tools
Colin Schmit
The key to a successful career in IT is finding a domain that excites you and pushes you to overcome challenges and conquer new frontiers. With a multitude of fascinating certifications available, the tech landscape is a playground for those who are passionate and eager to grow. In this blog, we will delve into […] Read More: Fuel Your IT Career with Excitement and Growth
Colin Schmit
Microsoft recently announced changes to two of its most popular programs focused on the 100-level courses for MD and MS. The MD courses have really become the best place to get on-prem training for Windows and Server Microsoft IT pros. And the MS courses are dedicated on Microsoft 365 IT administration. Both of these tracks […] Read More: Important Changes to the MD-10x and MS-10x Microsoft Tracks
Colin Schmit
If you haven’t heard by now, there’s a new AI tool called ChatGPT from the OpenAI organization. And if you haven’t tried it, you really should. I myself held back, assuming this AI tool was a lot like my previous exposure to the world of AI, called Midjourney. Midjourney was a neat way for me […] Read More: ChatGPT – Not Just for Coders and Term Papers
Colin Schmit
If you are a team leader or manager in an IT team, you doubtless work with individuals with varying levels of expertise and disciplines in the field of IT. Established, seasoned IT professionals grow their knowledge and certifications over time to great heights, sometimes reaching levels where they are deemed to be experts. On the […] Read More: A Case for Network+ as a First Certification
Colin Schmit
Most of us in IT got started in IT because we had some lead-in interest that helped us make the transition easier. For me, the VP of Operations at StormWind, I played video games. And so, the natural hobby that led me to IT was building PCs, gaming rigs, coding games, and optimizing the system […] Read More: Turning Your IT Career Back into a Hobby
