Training & Certification Lexicon

Closing the Skills Gap: Professional Vocational Training for the Exascale Era.

A | B | C | D | H | I | K | L | M | N | O | P | R | S | V

A

  • Apprenticeship (Dual Education): A system that combines on-the-job training in a technical company with vocational school education, highly prevalent in Central Europe for training IT System Electronics and Technicians.
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect: A globally recognized certification validating technical expertise in designing and deploying scalable, highly available systems on the Amazon Web Services platform.

C

  • Certification: A third-party credential that validates a person's knowledge and skills in a specific technology or methodology (e.g., CCNA, CKA).
  • CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator): A critical certification for software integrators, confirming the ability to install, configure, and manage production-grade Kubernetes clusters.
  • CompTIA Security+: An entry-level, vendor-neutral certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions in an IT environment.

H

  • Hands-on Training: A learning approach where participants actively perform technical tasks, such as configuring a Lustre file system or fine-tuning a GPU cluster, rather than just observing.

L

  • Lifelong Learning (LLL): The "ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated" pursuit of knowledge for either personal or professional reasons, essential in the rapidly evolving field of AI and HPC.
  • Linux Professional Institute (LPI): An organization providing certifications for Linux system administrators, crucial for anyone working in an HPC environment.

M

  • Micro-Credentials: Small, stackable qualifications that focus on a very specific skill, such as "GPU Parallel Programming" or "Quantum Circuit Design."

N

  • NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute (DLI): A provider of hands-on training for developers and data scientists focusing on solving real-world problems using AI and accelerated computing.

S

  • Skills Gap: The discrepancy between the skills required by the IT/HPC industry (e.g., Parallel Programming) and the skills possessed by the available workforce.
  • Soft Skills for IT Professionals: Non-technical skills such as project management, communication, and strategic thinking that are critical for leading technical departments.

V

  • Vocational Training: Education that prepares people to work in various jobs, such as a trade, a craft, or as a technician, focusing on practical skills over academic theory.

Malgukke Insight: Certification vs. Competence

Certifications are the entry ticket, but in HPC and Large Data, **Competence** is proven through production stability. We recommend a training path that combines **Vendor Certifications** (like NVIDIA or AWS) with **Project-Based Learning** in sandbox cluster environments. The goal is to move from "knowing the tool" to "architecting the solution."