I am a beginner in the networking field and now want to broaden my career into DevOps. My question is: what does this field actually require, and how do I build a professional project that will actually make my resume or portfolio stand out?

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Thanks for sharing your experience, Erik. Your point about relationships and warm introductions is particularly helpful. I'm currently building my foundation in networking and AWS, with the goal of moving into DevOps. I'm beginning to understand that developing technical skills is only one part of building a career; becoming an active and useful member of the engineering community matters too. I'll focus on contributing, learning from real-world discussions, and building genuine professional relationships rather than simply collecting connections. I appreciate your honest advice!