AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials

Awarded the DSTA Overseas Scholarship, Huiliang earned a Masters of Science and Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, with a Minor in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research. His career began at DSTA, where he applied his technical and project management skills to oversee the acquisition of modelling and simulation systems critical to SAF training.
Huiliang's expertise was subsequently sought in the private education sector at Indigo Education Group, one of Singapore's largest private education companies. Here he led the technology department, employing Python and data analytics to derive actionable insights from student enrolment and demographic data. Additionally, he managed Indigo's online learning platform, spearheading the design, development, and integration of ERP and CRM applications to ensure operational efficiency.
Motivated by a passion for math, science, and engineering, Huiliang is an educator who believes in the power of real-world applications to ignite programming interest. He extends this philosophy to his role at the Singapore Management University Academy, where he teaches introductory Python and Data Science classes to working professionals under the Professional Certificate in Python Programming programme.

Yong Yang is a seasoned AWS Authorized Instructor (AAI) with a robust background in technical program management and curriculum development. With over four years of experience at SG Code Campus, Yong Yang has excelled as a Technical Programme Manager, overseeing project streams using tools like Jira and architecting CRM systems on Salesforce. His role as an Instructor & Curriculum Developer showcases his expertise in teaching programming languages, such as Python, to diverse audiences.
Yong Yang’s proficiency is further evidenced by his certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate and AWS Certified Developer – Associate. His ability to adapt and create relevant teaching content ensures that his students receive up-to-date and practical knowledge.
His academic foundation in Mechanical Engineering from Nanyang Technological University complements his technical acumen, making him a well-rounded professional in the tech education sector.

Eric possesses a longstanding fascination with the logic and structure that form the foundation of programming. His expertise in cloud technologies, particularly with AWS, has been instrumental in the development of numerous SG Code Campus applications, including educational coding games, a VOIP dashboard, and the integration of Salesforce into the company's CRM system.
Outside of work, Eric is dedicated to continuous learning by engaging in side projects, ensuring his skills remain current with evolving industry frameworks and libraries. He also loves a good CSS meme - so be sure to throw him a couple if you ever see him in the wild.