AI ML Certifications
Dr. Alan F. Castillo holds AWS, Databricks, and CompTIA certifications in AI, Machine Learning, and Cloud Architecture. These verified credentials demonstrate expertise in building scalable AI/ML solutions, secure cloud deployments, and generative AI applications for enterprise and government projects.
AI ML certifications he maintains are in the areas of AI, Machine Learning, Databricks, and Cloud Architecture include: AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer – Associate, AWS AI Practitioner, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer, CompTIA Security+, and Databricks University Alliance Faculty. Each badge links to official verification.
AWS Certified Machine Learning Engineer – Associate
Issued by Amazon Web Services (AWS). Validates ability to design, build, train, and deploy machine learning models at scale on the AWS Cloud.
AWS Certified AI Practitioner
Issued by Amazon Web Services (AWS). Demonstrates foundational knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI), generative AI, and responsible AI practices, including the application of AWS AI services in real-world business solutions.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
Issued by Amazon Web Services (AWS). Validates the ability to design secure, resilient, high-performance, and cost-optimized cloud architectures, including AI/ML workloads, serverless applications, and data-driven solutions on AWS.
AWS Certified Developer – Associate
Issued by Amazon Web Services (AWS). Demonstrates proficiency in developing, deploying, and debugging cloud applications on AWS using core services, APIs, and serverless architectures while ensuring security, scalability, and performance.
CompTIA Security+
Issued by CompTIA. Validates essential cybersecurity knowledge and hands-on skills required to assess system security, monitor networks, manage risk, and implement secure solutions across enterprise and cloud environments.
Databricks University Alliance Faculty
Issued by Databricks. Recognizes faculty membership in the Databricks University Alliance, supporting education, training, and research in data science, machine learning, and generative AI on the Databricks Lakehouse Platform.
Ready to connect? I’d love to learn more about your projects and share how my background as a Generative AI Data Scientist with AI and Machine Learning certifications — including AWS, Databricks, and CompTIA Security+ — can help you achieve results faster. Companies, recruiters, and hiring managers searching for proven AI/ML talent with cloud certifications are invited to schedule a quick call below. Whether it’s to discuss open roles, collaboration opportunities, or how AI can accelerate innovation in your organization, I’m happy to connect. Just pick a time that works best for you!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How can recruiters verify these certifications?
A1: Each certification badge on this page links to its official verification page on Credly, Accredible, or Databricks University Alliance, ensuring authenticity and up-to-date status.
Q2: What skills do these certifications validate?
A2: My certifications validate expertise in AI, Machine Learning, Cloud Architecture, Generative AI, and Cybersecurity, covering end-to-end solution design, development, and deployment using AWS, Databricks, and secure best practices.
Q3: Are you available for remote or hybrid projects?
A3: Yes — I am available for remote and AI/ML projects, supporting enterprise, government, and academic initiatives.
Q4: Why are AWS and Databricks certifications important for AI and Machine Learning?
A4: AWS and Databricks certifications demonstrate proven ability to design and scale cloud AI/ML solutions, integrate large language models (LLMs), and implement data-driven automation, which are critical for modern enterprise and government AI adoption.
Q5: How does a Doctorate and academic research enhance your expertise in AI and Machine Learning?
A5: My Doctorate in Information Systems Technology included a published dissertation (UMI Publication No. 3583230) that advanced novel research in structural equation modeling (SEM), research design, and applied statistics. This academic foundation enhances my ability to design, validate, and optimize custom AI/ML models beyond off-the-shelf solutions, ensuring practical, research-driven impact for both enterprise and government projects.
Learn more about these certifications at AWS Training and Certification.