Loved learning from Devan, he is so easy to listen to and learn from.

Topzeira

The best things about this path were the first course and all of the labs. Even as somebody who has worked in IT, I was very engaged in the first course because of how it flowed and presented information in a slow enough manner to digest it. The labs were informative and facilitated hands-on learning. The absolute worst things were the "select all the right answers" style quizzes and asking people to write an essay at the end with no expectation of that at the beginning. I was tired of looking at why I got a question wrong on a practice quiz or graded assignment and seeing, "while this is true in some cases, [pedantic reason why it wasn't considered correct according to the Google course]." That leaves ample opportunity for industry professionals to discredit this certification because their real world experience conflicts with Google's subjective information. As for the design document, under no circumstances do you ask people to write something like that without a template. State testing, SATs, and English degrees don't do that so why would a free certification course where many people in it don't have English as their first language?

I experienced various bugs and data failures loss like my graded work completion being updating throughout this course and at times had to complete labs in foreign languages due to constraint. I'm unsure if my data saved after the Coursera support reset my weeks and grades literally wiping out my original and resulting in having to send screenshots and pictures of the work before the changes. Overall this has been a pretty disappointing and frustrating experience using Coursera especially knowing you paid money for it monthly.

SO I pay to see a random guy talk almost all the course. ITs not interactive, no videos, no demonstrations., just talk bla bla bla. Please improve a LOT

Small amount of info about sysadmin's work.

So far i have not been impressed with how this certification has been run. Im still unable to finish course 2 because while everything else has been in English my GRADED activities have been in Russian. Making it impossible for me to finish it. Also I understand that when going through something like this it is expected that you will do leanring on your own. However i think its ridiculous that the instructors give bare minimum information and just tell you to look at the readings. I would like it if they actually explained the information better. I think its crazy that im paying 50 dollars a month to have them teach me almost nothing and have to try my best to understand what they are saying through the readings.

Course Review: "System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services" Course Overview: As an Engineering student, I found the "System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services" course to be incredibly valuable and insightful. This course provides a comprehensive overview of essential concepts and practices in managing IT systems and infrastructure, making it highly relevant for anyone pursuing a career in IT or related fields. Content and Structure: The course content is well-organized and covers a wide range of topics crucial to understanding modern IT infrastructure. It starts with foundational concepts such as networking principles, operating systems, and storage technologies. As the course progresses, it delves into more advanced topics like virtualization, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Each module builds upon the previous one, ensuring a cohesive learning experience. Hands-on Learning: One of the standout features of this course is its emphasis on hands-on learning. Through practical exercises and labs, students get the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios. This practical approach not only enhances understanding but also prepares students to tackle challenges they may encounter in their careers. Instructor Expertise: The instructors are knowledgeable and experienced in their respective fields. They effectively convey complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner. Their real-world examples and case studies provide valuable insights into industry best practices and current trends in system administration. Relevance to Engineering Students: As an Engineering student, I found this course particularly beneficial because it bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge gained in other engineering courses and the practical skills required to manage IT infrastructure. Understanding system administration is crucial in today's interconnected world where technology plays a vital role in virtually every industry. Career Preparation: Completing this course has significantly enhanced my readiness for a career in IT infrastructure services. It has equipped me with the skills to design, deploy, and maintain robust IT systems that are essential for the smooth operation of organizations. The knowledge gained from this course is directly applicable to various roles such as system administrator, network engineer, cloud architect, and IT consultant. Conclusion: Overall, the "System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services" course is an excellent choice for Engineering students looking to broaden their skill set and prepare for a career in IT. With its comprehensive curriculum, hands-on approach, and expert instruction, this course not only meets but exceeds expectations. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in mastering the fundamentals of IT system administration. Rating: 5/5I highly recommend this course for its comprehensive content, practical approach, and industry relevance. It’s an excellent choice for individuals serious about entering the system administration and IT infrastructure services fields or advancing their careers in this dynamic and crucial domain.

This is an incredible Program. The content is exactly what I needed. However, the video texts need editing for spelling and relationship to what the speaker is saying and their relationship to exercises. The exercises need the instructions as a side panel so they can be read while doing them. Some of the later exercises have them. I used two computers. The information on due dates is all screwed up. Microsoft is not making it easy for you. They make so many updates that virtually most every module has something updated. That's where the two computers worked cause I tried everything that was presented on my MAC on a PC setting next to the MAC. I began using and operating computers since 1957. [89 yrs old] I have been developing and instructing training courses since 1963 and see these things and have taught 1000's of participants.My courses have translated into 38 languages and handed off to most developing countries.More than. I would be happy to visit with someone from Coursera or Google. Jerry L Williams JLW and Associates 8840 N. Loeffler Ln

Whoa! That was intense! I was challenged on this course to not only think like an IT Sys Admin but to also be the one making decisions on how the IT Infrastructure of an organization of 100 people will be implemented and improved! Thanks so much for taking me out of my comfort zone and pushing me to think about the larger picture. I feel confident that whether I am running my own small organization or if I am in charge of one I share a common goal with that I will be prepared. Thanks to Devan for once again sharing with us his expertise in the subject and making it all make sense. Looking forward to the next one where I feel I will be challenged even more but with IT Automation maybe I can make it a little less scary.

Great course content for learning about System Administration and IT Infrastruture Services from Top Institute like Google Career Certificates. This course really help me to build strong resume and help me to get better job in IT field. I would like to Thank You Coursera and Google Career Certificates for helping to build In-demand Industry Skills and helping to learn something new in IT (Infromation Technology) field for Career development.

This course was really cool to tie everything together some. I especially really like the final project. Really well written case studies that have different problems for each of the three companies instead of a lot of redundancy and overlap. After thinking of like 15 different ways that multiple businesses can improve, you start to realize your personal value and ability to contribute in many ways that have a real impact in a sysadmin role.

Excelente, intuitivo, técnico y con unos soportes muy sólidos. Una excelente apertura el mundo de la administración de sistemas, su mantenimiento y su nivel operativo y empresarial.

Encantado de aprender con Google.

Very nice and to the point course. It covered so many important areas that help in support and keeping the system running.

Thank you, dear trainers. I struggled a bit on this one but nothing is supposed to be easy in life. Blessings to you all.

Challenging. This course challenged me quite a bit and the knowledge and skills gained are extremely valuable.

It's very important course who are working in IT field and Specially for those who are in Networking.

I really liked week 6 project. I know that will help me in the future of IT.

Great teachers, great content, theory and practice aligned, A++

This course has taught me alot about IT security!

the best course ever

So why not just tell people, go take a course on Active Directory ? The rest of of it is just useless, just clicked through an passed. I use to teach flying to students and I know these Google guys are smart but this is just an overview of what you need to go learn on your own. So I paid someone to tell me go actually study this.

The course is fantastic, I've learnt a lot about things that I am really interested in but I just wish it would be more specific instead of just throwing commands around and not explaining them. More Qwiklabs would be great, that's where I learnt the most.

Course quiz has errors which must be resolved. It took me several days to get done with week 2 quiz "Networking Services". I even complete my whole course and wasn't able to pass that. Today I passed it with 100% and I have no idea how...

Video text is often written wrong and doesn't match up with the timing of the audio, giving the course a scrambled feeling.