Since working in the IT field for quite some time, I've used multiple sites for training, documentation, and community help. As I switch jobs I've lost my bookmarks and had to search for sites all over again. I recently had the epiphany to just start adding them to a document as well, so when I change jobs, swap computers I don't lose good resources. This is a work in progress list for me, but I've been trying to compile a list of my most used sites while working in IT. I've also added some sites that I frequent for shopping and conventions. I created a google doc that I can access anywhere, so I have access to it on multiple computers at my worksite and home. I'm sure there are other sites that I can't think of at the moment so I will continue to add to this list. If any of you know of any good resources to add to my list or maybe a better way to accomplish what I'm trying to do, please let me know in the comments.

I hope my current list helps some people. If enough people are interested I could also continue to post updates or share a link to view my google doc.

Updated: 4/1/2021

Training Resources

• Cloud Academy (Free/Paid) - Used to prepare AI-900 certification:

https://cloudacademy.com/ 

• IT Exams (Free) - Practice Tests for multiple IT certifications

https://www.itexams.com/ 

• Udemy (Free/Paid) - A wide variety of courses:

www.udemy.com 

• Coursera (Free/Paid) - A wide variety of courses:

https://www.coursera.org/ 

Cassandra Resources

• DataStax - Training for Cassandra and different connectors for DataStax

https://datastaxacademy.myabsorb.com/#/login 

• Tutorials Point - Cassandra Training

https://www.tutorialspoint.com/cassandra/index.htm 

Qlik Sense and Qlik View Resources

• QlikSense 301 Course Workflowy: https://workflowy.com/s/qs301-resources-for/c1DiR7F08R6gUa3O

• QlikView Cookbook:

  https://qlikviewcookbook.com/

• Qlik Community - Qlik Community Discussion Board

https://community.qlik.com/ 

• Qlik - Documentation and Support

https://www.qlik.com/ 

Informatica Resources

• Informatica Success Portal - Informatica Training and Certifications

https://success.informatica.com/

• Explore Informatica - Informatica help

https://exploreinformatica.com/ 

• Informatica - Documentation and Support

https://www.informatica.com/ 

Oracle Database Resources

• Oracle Live Sql - Tutorials and Sql Testing in your Web browser

https://livesql.oracle.com/apex/f?p=590:1000 

Python Resources

• Python.org - Python documentation and download

https://www.python.org/ 

Microsoft Azure Resources

• Microsoft Azure

https://azure.microsoft.com/free  

Software

• Putty - SSH and telnet client for Windows

https://www.putty.org/ 

• Notepad++ - Source code editor (Text Editor)

https://notepad-plus-plus.org/ 

• Docker - Download Docker Desktop

https://www.docker.com/ 

• Visual Studio Community Edition - Microsoft’s IDE

https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/vs/community/ 

• Atom - Hackable Text Editor

https://atom.io/ 

• KeePass - Password Manager

https://keepass.info/ 

Development Resources

• Replit (Free/Paid) - Coding platform to write code and host apps

https://replit.com/ 

• Anaconda - Package Management Service - I mainly used to install R packages

https://anaconda.org/ 

• SoloLearn - Training and Coding in Web Browser

https://www.sololearn.com/ 

• Dataversity - Webinars, whitepaper, and trainings

https://www.dataversity.net/ 

SAS Resources

• SAS University Edition - Download free SAS software for learning

https://www.sas.com/en_us/software/university-edition.html 

Raspberry Pi Resources

• Raspberry Pi - Download Software for Raspberry Pi and Documentation

https://www.raspberrypi.org/ 

Game Development Resources

• Open Game Art - Download free art for you game

https://opengameart.org/ 

Veteran Resources

• Free Microsoft Software and Systems Academy (MSSA) for Veterans - Application:

https://military.microsoft.com/programs/microsoft-software-systems-academy/#pivot-prepare-your-application 

• IVMF - one free certification for Veterans

https://ivmf.syracuse.edu/apply/ 

• Hire Heroes USA - Career help for veterans

https://www.hireheroesusa.org/ 

• Free SAS Training and Certifications for Veterans

https://support.sas.com/training/veterans/ 

• FedVTE - Federal Virtual Training Environment - Free courses on Linux, Security+, etc

https://fedvte.usalearning.gov/ 

Crypto

• Publish0x - Read and Write Blogs to earn Crypto

https://www.publish0x.com?a=l9avg3vrbG 

• Roller Coin - Create a virtual mining setup and earn real Crypto

https://rollercoin.com/?r=kmerqobo 

• KuCoin - Buy, Trade, and Earn Crypto - Works with Publish0x for deposits

https://www.kucoin.com/ucenter/signup?rcode=rJ6MBUG 

• Block Reward  - Earn crypto by completing tasks 

https://blockreward.app/?r=764176e9ed 

• Loot.tv - Earn points to redeem on other sites for money,crypto, giftcards, etc. 

-Loot.tv works with Block Reward

https://loot.tv/ 

• DogeLand - Build up your area and mine DogeCoin

https://dogeland.io/reg/2QvLbSu4 

• Brave Browser - A browser with pop up blockers and you earn Crypto monthly

https://brave.com/ 

• BlockFi - Earn interest on your Crypto by loaning it out

https://blockfi.com/?ref=1cf48c73 

Conventions

• Convention Scene -  List of upcoming conventions

http://www.conventionscene.com/ 

Shopping

• Cheap Ass Gamer - Discounts on Gaming

https://www.cheapassgamer.com/ 

• Ibotta - Cash Back on purchases

https://ibotta.onelink.me/iUfE/8cc13c64?friend_code=ysaeuuw