The AWS Golden Jacket is a rare and prestigious symbol awarded to individuals who have successfully passed all AWS certification exams. Originating as an inside joke among AWS Solution Architects, the Golden Jacket has become a coveted recognition for AWS experts. Teemu Niiranen, a Cloud Architect at NordHero, is one of the few in Finland to earn this distinction. Teemu’s journey began in 2015 with an interest in AWS Lambda, leading him to pursue multiple certifications. He found the AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty exam to be the most challenging. NordHero, where Teemu works, emphasizes the importance of AWS certifications, with their team averaging four certifications per employee. This commitment to expertise ensures that their customers receive top-notch service in building successful AWS-based solutions.