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voiceoffenrisulfr · 3 months

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The Real Winter Soldier, Part Three

𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 -> Winter x Greg (Bucky Barnes x Original Male Character)

𝐒𝐔𝐌𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐘 -> Winter finally gets his first date with his Lieutenant, and it goes... Predictably.

𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓 -> 3691

𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 -> (E) CW: BDSM, utter depraved smut.

𝐀/𝐍 -> It was demanded from me, so here's part three. Love you, Sailor.

Prompts met; - ‘Double Penetration’ – @anyfandomdarkbingo ; - ‘First Date’ – @fandombingo ; - Sensory Deprivation’ – Gen Prompt Bingo, - ‘Culture: Talking About Sex’ – @multifandom-flash , Taboo – 6046; - ‘Sadist’ - Multifandom Flash – BDSM, - ‘These are Things Man Was Not Meant to Know’ – Multifandom Flash Mini-Event, Round Two – 4047, - ‘Beat Them at Their Own Element’ - Multifandom Flash Mini-Event, Round Two – 2031, - ‘Shy Finger-Twiddling’ - Multifandom Flash Mini-Event, Round Two – 2032. - ‘Eat Me Out’ – @sweetspicybingo (sweetheart bingo), - ‘Love’ – @julybreakbingo (4x4); - ‘Sweat’ – July Break Bingo (5x5); - ‘Condescending Praise Kink OR Degradation Kink’ – July Break Bingo (6x6); - ‘Oral Sex OR Phone Sex’ – July Break Flash Bingo; - ‘Kink: Cowgirl’, ‘Love as Attentiveness’, ‘Monster Under the Bed or Secret Identity’ – July Break Bingo (7x7); - ‘Kink: Creampie’, ‘Comfort’ - July Break Mini Bingo.

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The afternoon of our date, a package appeared on my doorstep.

My head cocked curiously as I placed the carboard box on the table. It wasn’t large, but surprisingly weighty for the size. Fingers brushing the tape, I smiled softly at the only distinguishing mark on the box – a small, sparking snowflake sketched in one corner, delicate and precise.

I tugged gently at the tape, mouth running dry as the contents were revealed.

My fingers shook as I pulled out the scrap of paper, heart hammering in my chest.

I expect these to be in place for our date tonight.

I touched the boxes inside tentatively, blushing softly at the images depicting their contents before removing each with a reverent delicacy, eyeing the clock in anticipation.

I’d had to consult the internet for the best way to prepare my hitherto-unused ass – but I couldn’t deny that the slender dildo positioned inside me was intoxicating.

The larger of the two was more familiar by now, but the way it followed the curve of my body to press almost tenderly against my clit was… Different.

He was already seated when I entered, leaning back in his chair, collar undone and sleeves rolled up to the elbow. I felt my abdomen flutter at the mere sight of him, hyperaware of the toys buried inside me at his command.

He was on his feet before I reached the table, drawing out my chair and pressing a kiss to my cheek as I blushed. “That colour looks good on you,” he purred playfully, brushing a tender thumb over my jaw, and I felt myself grow darker, ducking my head shyly as I slid into my seat.

“Uh… Nice place,” I replied, glancing around the Italian, forcing myself to remain calm so he couldn’t see my nervousness.

He might be more experienced… But tonight, it’s my turn.

He settled himself opposite, silent for a moment as he considered me. Leaning forward onto his forearms, he fixed his dark eyes intensely on mine. “Did you do what you were told?” he breathed, and I couldn’t look away as I nodded weakly.

“I did,” I replied softly, and he grinned, predatory and seductive.

“Good boy. How do you feel?”

Time to shine.

I mirrored his position, leaning forward with my arms on the table, offering him a saccharine-sweet smile. “Deliciously full… Though my ass would feel much better stuffed with your cock.”

He blinked owlishly, my confidence catching him off-guard and leaving him momentarily wrong-footed, “I- Yeah, I-I’m sure it would…”

“You do stretch out my pussy incredibly, after all,” I added nonchalantly, taking a sip of my water to hide my smile at the infinitesimal drop of his jaw.

“Feels pretty incredible from my end, too,” he replied after a moment, clearing his throat when his voice cracked. “But you… You feel good? Comfortable?”

I nodded, leaning back in my chair to fold my arms across my chest, draping one leg luxuriously over the other and smirking when the motion drew his eye. “Very good,” I purred, dropping my gaze to the menu before me. “Though I’m somewhat regretting choosing a date that required us to wear pants.”

His gulp was audible, and I glowed internally, enraptured by my power over him – this man who had surely seen and done more than I could imagine, and yet here he was, squirming visibly in his seat.

Over me.

We kept the conversation polite and free of more private subjects while we ate - discussing our lives, both past and present, aims for our future, and the things that brought us to where we were.

“It sounds like you’ve lived a hard life,” he’d observed, never looking away as I briefly recounted my seventy years under HYDRA service. I could only nod at his tender gaze, a surprising lump swelling in my throat, touched by the concern he showed.

His own offered history had been just as vague, telling briefly of naval service and implying interactions of his own with the surreal and fantastical – in the most horrifying and haunting of ways, judging by the way his eyes glazed over as he caressed faint scars on the back of his hands absently. He didn’t offer more information, and I didn’t ask – the cursed look in his eyes was painfully familiar, and said more than his words ever would.

Inevitably, however, the conversation turned teasing and flirty as we ordered dessert, and I marvelled in his ability to be utterly confident hitting on me in public; I found myself glancing around, cheeks flushed, when he mentioned making me moan, stunned by his straight face and unabashed nature – he didn’t bother to drop his voice as I had, and seemed unphased by the occasional glance he received.

But as much as he was able to talk about these things in the middle of the restaurant, I had a few tricks of my own up my sleeve – even if they were reserved for a more private setting. I was only bold enough to keep my eyes on his as I licked whipped cream from the tip of my spoon, watching as his throat bobbed at the motion. “So… Shall we get out of here?” I purred, unable to keep myself from twisting my fingers together timidly, my voice cracking at the end and betraying my nerves. He smiled sweetly, reaching out to take my hand gently.

“Are you okay, Snowflake?” he breathed, kissing my knuckles softly, making my heart stutter and swoon.

“Wonderful,” I murmured back, a shy grin creasing my features. “I, uh… Just- I’m looking forward to getting you back to my place.”

His eyebrow arched in surprise, tongue passing between his lips to contain a chuckle. “Oh, you are, are you?” I nodded, and he groaned under his breath, pushing back his chair as he stood. “Let’s go.”

The second the door closed behind us, he was on me, his hands tangling in my hair as he pinned me to the wall, mouth colliding with mine in a hungry whine.

The sound ratcheted up when I spun us, his back replacing mine, my hand resting lightly on his throat. “Wh- Uh… This… This is… New…” he stammered, eyes widening with delight, and I smirked, trailing soft kisses over his jaw. “Not- ah, not that I’m complaining, I ju- mmm…”

His words died as I sucked lightly at his pulse, his fingers tightening against my hips, my own grip trailing slowly to press against his chest, pinning him in place. “I think it’s my turn to call the shots,” I breathed, drawing back just long enough to meet his gaze with a grin. “I’d like to give the whole ‘dominance’ thing a go…”

He gulped and nodded quickly, tipping his head back just a little as he rested it against the wall. “I’m yours, to do with as you wish.”

With a soft, nervous sigh, I kissed him tenderly, pressing my body closer to his for a moment of vulnerability before growling under my breath, sliding my hands under the edge of shirt and pushing it up quickly, trailing my mouth over the exposed skin as it passed over his head. I lost myself for a moment in the taste of him – salt and rope and strength, so delicious and intrinsically him that it drove every thought from my mind as he trembled beneath my lips. “God, you taste so fucking good,” I murmured, nipping roughly at the curve of muscle over his chest and eliciting a sharp gasp and a shudder of delight.

My fingers curled in the hair at the nape of his neck as I pulled him toward me, stumbling blindly towards my bedroom with my lips pressed to him. The grunt of delight as I pushed him onto the bed made goosebumps erupt across my arms, and I straddled him quickly, moving to remove my tie. His lips parted in ecstasy as I draped it across his eyes, head raising obediently to allow me to secure the fabric. “Is this okay?” I breathed, and he nodded eagerly.

“Very,” he whispered, squirming minutely, his cock grinding against me pointedly. “God, please…”

“Patience, pet,” I chuckled, leaning in once more to create a bruise on the smooth, exposed skin of his throat, nails scoring red lines down his chest with a purr, making him whimper quietly. “I’m going to take my sweet time with you… And you’re going to love every goddamn second.” Another quick, desperate nod, and his fingers flexed on my hips, dipping under the fabric my shirt. My own closed around his wrists, and I pinned them over his head, humming as I rolled my hips against his. “So needy! Did nobody teach you any endurance?”

“I thrive on instant gratification,” he replied softly, a smirk playing on his lips, and I laughed under my breath, kissing him once more.

“Your perseverance will be rewarded,” I murmured, and he swallowed, his muscles relaxing beneath me as he nodded once more, submitting to my will entirely. I tentatively let go of his wrists, but he stayed obediently where he was, trembling as I trailed slow kisses down his chest to sink to my knees between his thighs. The soft pants that fell from his parted lips sent bolts of lightning through my veins, hot and fizzing, and I licked my lips as I fumbled with his belt, hands shaking with enthusiasm.

The sigh that escaped him as I flicked my tongue over his leaking tip made me grin, and I sucked lightly at the end of his length, humming contentedly, fingers lightly caressing his thigh. His hands dropped to the sheets either side of his hips, clenching with the urge to bury themselves in my hair, no doubt longing to fuck my throat with reckless abandon, and I grinned as he whined when I drew back, his hips jerking against nothing. But he lay obediently prone as I moved to my feet, shrugging out of my shirt, delighting in the way his cock bobbed at the sound of my trousers hitting the floor.

His palms found my thighs when I straddled him once more, unconsciously pressing me minutely down, quietly straining to press himself inside me, pressing the toy still buried inside me even deeper. I let his head brush against me, making him shiver with delight, before shimmying forward, relishing in the desperate whimper that erupted around the lip clamped between his teeth. “Shhh,” I murmured, caressing his cheek gently as I moved to place a knee either side of his head. “Make me feel good, pet, and you’ll get reward.”

His eyes lit up as I slowly withdrew the toy from inside me with a soft moan, teasing it against the edge of his lip. His mouth opened obediently, eagerly taking the toy and swirling his tongue around it hungrily, sucking and swallowing with a groan. With a quiet chuckle, I withdrew the toy, tossing it to the sheets and moving closer.

The moment my dripping pussy met his lips he dove into me with a groan, my back arching as I gasped and shuddered, eyes open wide. “Fuck- that’s it, sweet boy. Lick that cunt like the desperate whore you are… So fucking good…” He simply whimpered in response, and my fingers tangled in his hair as I rutted against him needily, relishing in each pass of his tongue over my clit. When he buried himself inside me hungrily, I mewled aloud, thighs clenching around his head. “J- god, yes, just like that! Just there, baby boy, fuck…”

The lewd sounds of my wetness passing over his mouth and his eager lapping only drove me higher, hips jerking faster, rocking against him frantically as he snatched breaths where possible. I couldn’t keep myself from tugging off his blindfold, wanting to see those eyes as I used him for my pleasure – the mahogany depths danced with delight as he worked his mouth against me eagerly, unable to stop his hands from moving to my waist to pull me closer and anchor me nearer to his probing tongue. Distantly, I considered chastising him, but his desperate grip digging tight into my skin was too good, dragging me over the edge as I rutted desperately against him, a cry of pleasure falling from my lips.

The full-body tremors that wracked my body as I came down had me leaning back, one hand resting on his hipbone to support myself as I panted hard. His tongue on me eased up as I whimpered in overstimulated pleasure, trading quick, precise flicks for long, slow laps, hungrily chasing down any drops of my wetness he may have missed, thumbs tracing comforting circles on my thighs.

My movements were slow and shaky as I moved to straddle his hip once more, biting back a grin at the sight of his slick face and glassy eyes. “My poor, sweet boy… Eating my pussy seems to have blown any thoughts from that pretty head, hm?” He nodded weakly, dazed, licking his lips as his gaze shifted to me.

“I-” He cut himself off with a soft groan, lids fluttering in pleasure before his eyes found mine once more. “So… So good…”

I purred, pressing back minutely, the toy still buried in my ass shifting at the motion and earning a soft, pitiful mewl. “I think you deserve a reward for performing so well…” I hummed, shifting to let my wetness slide along his length, eliciting a stuttered, breathless groan. His hands shifted to my hips, holding me to him as he rocked against me hungrily – and his eyes grew wide as my metal fingers wrapped around his throat, a warning growl rising in my chest.

“Remember you place, pet,” I breathed, grip loosening infinitesimally when his hands dropped to the sheets once more, hips stilling, a frustrated whine slipping between parted lips.

I picked up where he had left off, rocking and grinding atop him, head falling back as his leaking tip nudged my clit lightly. He could only whimper beneath me, his fingers clenched in the bedding as he fought to contain himself, and I leaned forward, offering him a sweet smile. “Beg.”

“Please,” he breathed immediately, eyes wide and pleading. “I- Fuck, please, Sir… You feel so good, I-I want you- Want to be buried in your beautiful, soaked, tight pussy… I love how wet you get, wanna let you drench me while you use me to make yourself feel good… Please, Sir, I-”

He cut himself off with a deafening groan as I twitched my hips, letting his length press inside me quickly, pausing with him buried deeply as he sobbed his gratitude and pleasure.

My pace was slow and gentle as I rocked atop him, relishing the gasps and moans that fell from his flushed lips. His eyes were locked on me, blown wide with rapturous adoration, the heat of his gaze making my skin burn with lust. “Don’t stop,” I breathed, rocking more firmly, fingernails scoring lines down his chest as I moaned gently. He swallowed, hips twitching minutely, head falling back as his lips parted once more.

“P-please- God, fuck- Please, Sir… It’s so good, you’re so good… Please Sir – use me – I’d be honoured to be a sex toy for you – anything you want, please… I just want to watch you feel good…”

My fingers found his, guiding his hands to my hips, showing him exactly how I wanted to move me and earning a soft groan of delight, biceps flexing as he obeyed eagerly. “That’s it,” I murmured, back arching as he shifted me on his length, pressing him deeper with each thrust. “Fuck- just like that, pet… Don’t- Don’t stop, f-fuck… I’m gonna s-soak that cock, and you’re g-gonna fuck me th-through it like a good slut, a-and then– mmm- then you’re gonna put those muscles to p-purpose and pound me into the g-goddamn mattress…” The stutter was unfortunate but unavoidable as his hands tightened on my hips, rutting into me more forcefully as I spoke.

“Please- fuck, please soak me- so, so hot when you squirt, Sir… I want you to make a mess of me,” he grunted, impaling me roughly atop him as the sounds of his cock pounding into my wetness obscenely punctuated each desperate breath.

The cry I released as he raised me was of utter ecstasy, juices flowing freely to soak the willing, obedient, hungry man beneath me, who could only groan out his pleasure, nails digging in as he slammed me back down.

True to orders, he moved me against him diligently as wave after wave of pleasure broke over me, interrupting only long enough to permit another gush of my wetness, leaving him soaked and slick, trembling with the effort of keeping his control.

When I was little more than a ragdoll, jerking in time with his hands rocking me, I leaned forward to wrap a hand around his throat, pulling him into a hard kiss as I quivered. “Fuck me, whore. Make me come, then maybe – just maybe – I’ll let you fill me up,” I whispered, more breath than vocalisation as I panted heavily, smirking at the whine he let out when I slid from his lap.

His own breath hitched when my chest met the bed, ass in the air proudly, my knees inched apart to offer him a full view of my dripping cunt. “What are you waiting for?” I purred, hips shifting to wriggle pointedly. “Don’t leave me waiting, fuck toy, or I’ll leave you want-”

My words were cut off as he buried himself inside me quickly, setting up a ferocious, bruising pace, eliciting a deafening yelp and a groan of depraved pleasure. His hands found my hips once more, dragging me forcefully against him, and I hissed in delight as his balls collided with my clit, sending sparks of electricity shooting through me.

True to orders, he gripped me roughly, breath coming in short, sharp pants as he exerted himself. A bead of sweat pooled at the base of my spine as I grunted and gasped, fingers dragging rapturously at the sheets, body jerking. “Fuck- that’s it, that’s it – just there, Sailor… Fuck me, pet – oh, God…”

He groaned roughly, nails digging into my flesh as he unmade me, my own sounds of pleasure dissolving into frantic whines, rutting back against him and earning a hand between my legs, deftly caressing my clit. “There we go- God, you’re so beautiful, so wet, so tight- Fuck, Snowflake, please, I-I can’t-”

I cut him off with a desperate wail, leaning back to crush myself against his chest, muscles convulsing around him as I sobbed helplessly. His free arm wrapped around my waist immediately, holding me tight to him, and – despite the shuddering of urgency in his own body and the staccato tempo of his thrusts as he fought to restrain himself – continued to fuck me just as ordered, spearing me on his cock as my cries faded to pleasured whimpers, head falling back against his shoulder.

“Come for me, Sailor,” I breathed, reaching back to tangle a hand in his hair, holding him tight to me. “Fill me up… Please.”

My words had immediate effect as he buried himself with a relieved, deafening groan, forehead finding my neck as he finally let himself fall still, save the pulsing of his length as he spilled inside me. The ragged breaths against my skin made me smile, and I smoothed his sweat-damp hair tenderly. “My good boy,” I purred, eyes closing for a moment as bliss washed over me. “Such a good boy.”

We lay in a sweat-slick, tangled heap, his cock still buried inside me, my body crushed to his and our foreheads pressed together. My fingers found his cheek, caressing gently, and his eyelids fluttered open to offer me a soft smile.

“Hey, beautiful,” he murmured, eyes half-open as he considered me. “You doing okay?” I nodded once, returning his smile, enamoured with this exhausted man who had worked so hard for my pleasure – but I was unable to keep up the eye contact, and his brow furrowed worriedly. “What’s wrong, Snowflake? Did I do something wrong?”

“No, not at all,” I replied quickly, hand dropping to squeeze his bicep gently in reassurance. “You were… Amazing.” I chuckled softly, shaking my head, still feeling weak from the waves of pleasure that had crashed through my body, then paused. “You’re not… Afraid of me, are you?”

His frown deepened further, fingers finding mine to hold tight. “Why on Earth would you think that?”

Hesitating, I looked away, swallowing with difficulty around the lump in my throat. “I… I know the stories people tell about me. That, y’know, I seem like an alright guy now – but that I’ve done some real bad things. Some folks understand that it wasn’t me; others just… Think I’m a live grenade, ready to blow at any moment. Just waiting in the darkness, and maybe they’re right; I’m the monster under the bed that their mother warned them about, after all.”

He considered me for a moment, eyebrows all but descending into his eyes as he stared. “… Oh, Win, no,” he murmured, holding me tighter to him and pressing a soft kiss to my head. “My sweet boy. I’m not afraid of you – and you are not a monster, do you hear me?”

I curled closer to his chest, burrowing into his willingly offered body and clinging to him needily. “You think so?” I muttered, and he nodded against my hair.

“I know so. I could never be afraid of you, Snowflake. I love you.”

I hummed gratefully before pausing, the gravity of his words sinking in as I looked up, finding him slightly pink-cheeked and nervous, but smiling softly. “You… Love me?”

A gentle chuckle, and he nodded, skimming his lips against my forehead lightly. “I love you, Winter.”

My heart hammered in my chest, and I blushed as I looked down, suddenly shy, despite the cock still resting inside me. “I… I love you too, Lieutenant Tyne.”

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sea-owl · 1 year

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Back to my seasonal wives au because I can.

So, as explained in the previous post, the seasonal wives are the chosen temporary partners of the four seasons, aka the Bridgerton brothers. Think of it as like a sacrificial bride type of situation. The wives can be wives for either just a season or a few years. They are marked over their hearts, and when the mark disappears, they are done with their duty. They are seen as very desirable after and are well compensated. Each town offers up a bride based on a rotation schedule.

Kathony - Fall

Mark: A tree with multi colored leaves

Fall is probably one of the busiest seasons, from bringing in the harvest to gathering supplies for winter. The trees change color, and nature prepares to go dormant. Anthony has a lot on his plate during this season. Thankfully, he's got Kate there to force him to sit down and take a break. He was so serious before her, now she could have him playing. I'm the leaves with her with just one look. Despite how good Kate has been for Anthony, she wasn't the original choice. Anthony was going to originally mark her sister Edwina, but Kate had mistaken Anthony for a creep and got in his face. Trying to create some distance, Anthony tried to push her back but instead marked her. Well damn now he's stuck with her for at least the season. Anthony has probably had the most brides among his brothers, but a lot of his brides were more like business transactions than him desiring true companionship.

Benophie - Winter

Mark: Snowflakes

Benedict, like his season, is one of the most fickle of the brothers. He has actually switched brides mid-season because he felt like it, much to Anthony's annoyance. He really enjoys designing each snowflake. But his artist bohemian lifestyle can cause some issues with his responsibilities. Thus leading to fluffy snow one day and storms the next. Sophie's there to keep him on track, and inquire his mercy should he lose his temper. Benedict completely missed his choosing ceremony because he spotted Sophie in the crowd and decided he was gonna make her the new winter bride. It took him majority of fall to find Sophie again. By random luck he found her while she was doing some shopping for her employers and then proceeded to whisk her away. Sophie was pissed her shopping went to waste.

Polin - Spring

Mark: Blooming flowers

Colin and Penelope met randomly before she was chosen for a bride. Penelope was enjoying the spring's rain and dancing in it. A gust of wind took her bonnet, and it proceeded to hit Colin in the face. They struck up a friendship, and Colin honestly spent more time with her than his bride at the time. Penelope developed feelings for him during their friendship, but he left when summer came. She thought he was a travler based on his stories, so she believed him a nice what if. The next year is Penelope's hometown's turn to have a spring bride chosen. Colin recognized Penelope and placed his mark on her. As spring Colin's duty is to bring nature out of the dormant state, it was put in and breathe new life in. It is a delicate process, and unfortunately, Colin has a temper possibly the worst of his brothers. That's where Penelope steps in to either calm him down or fight back with him. She helps him find the best ways to help revive nature whether to be gentle with it or give it some tough love.

Grucy - Summer

Mark: The sun

Lucy is the newest of the wives and was picked by the other three. Gregory was having trouble finding a wife and love like his brothers had. He falls in and out of love too quickly. So he decided why not. Maybe to help find a good wife, he should consult his sisters in-laws. He asked his in-laws to please help him with this aeason's choosing. So they did just that. When one wasn't busy helping their husband with his season, she joined the other two as they looked through the town that would be responsible for producing the bride. They found Lucy. Since Gregory couldn't technically approach her until his season came he wrote letters and sent them via his in-laws. Lucy was surprised to see how much older tje brides were. She would have thought they were lying if they didn't have the undisputed proof of their marks. Gregory's job is probably one of the chillest of the brothers. His main responsibility is to make sure the growth Colin started in spring kept going through the summer, so it was ready for Anthony when fall came. There were a few summer plants he could harvest but nothing as big as Anthony's. It can get rather boring but Lucy is there to help keep him on track.

#bridgerton #kathony #benophie #polin #grucy #seasonal wives au

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crimsonwing62 · 2 years

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Stranger Things HC (Based around the Christmas holiday but not really a Christmas HC)

Its the late 2010s? Everyone's grown up, they have their own families, their careers, their own lives.

Steve's a support worker at the local all through years school.

Robin currently teaches a humanities subject at the local university.

Nancy worked as a journalist eventually building her own paper from the ground up and just celebrated its 10 Yr anniversary. She and Robin have travelled the world and still plan on new adventures.

Eddie's was discovered in '88 he toured throughout the 90s and early '00s. He still makes music but likes to focus more on Music Producing so he can spend more time at home with Steve and the kids (15f, 10f, 6m). Robin and Nancy are their Godparents

The four get together for an adults only dinner at least once a week, alternating who's hosting - everyone secretly prefers Steve's cooking but no-one ever says it. Robin often pops in to the Harrington-Munson household for a cup of tea and a gossip throughout the week anyway.

Dustin works at NASA (or an equally impressive physics institute), in Florida which they all simultaneously give him shit for and are jealous of bc he can go to Disney and Orlando whenever he wants to.

Lucas and Max have been married for 7 years now. Max still skates, Lucas still plays basketball with his friends on Saturdays. They have a two kids (12f, and 4m).

Erica is also a world renowned scientist in her field. She often gets brought on to teams as a consultant and has worked with Dustin on a couple projects.

Will has his own Gallery in California which Jane (El) sometimes volunteers at. Mike works across the road at a job he loves but not as much as his Husband, Will.

Jane's taking life easy taking in experiences, learning what she can about the world. Max and Jane often meet up for girlie days.

Jonathan tours new exhibitions, releases photobooks, does photography around the world. He travels with his partner (or roommate depending on which country) Argyle. His most recent photobook has been his biggest success. It featured a collection of his earliest work of the Upside Down Gang. Themes of Queer Platonic Family and Queer Joy could be explored through the photos and the accompanying pieces written by Nancy.

Hopper and Joyce retired together and finally married in the 90s. Hopper gets antsy so he still does some volunteer work here and there.

Karen finally left Ted Fucking Wheeler after his reaction to the revelation of the the '86 earthquake actually was, was less than appropriate (he under reacted, which made her realise how much of an ahole he was) she remarried to a lovely chap called, Dan, a few years later. The Wheeler kids warmed up to him eventually. And Holly Wheeler exists somewhere but doesn't really apply here.

Anyway every year they made a promise to go away for Christmas.

Robin usually researches the place to go, Steve co-ordinates the kids, hopper-byers', and Karen and her Husband's Schedule to find the best dates to book it for, and everyone's order of arrival. Nancy organises the travel for the four and Steddie's kids whilst everyone else organises their own. (Will books Jim and Joyce's flights for them. Joyce is okay with a computer, much better than Jim, but if it goes wrong she can't fix it) Eddie wrangles their kids, packs and gets their family ready to go as Steve is often to focused on the craziness of school the run up to winter break.

Steve, Eddie, their kids, Robin and Nancy are the first to arrive, two days after their schools finishes. Eddie and Nancy are usually sent into the village to get a Christmas tree whilst Steve and Robin unpack the food, the drinks, snacks, the decorations. The kids, after exploring and claiming beds, get involved in the decorating part, often making paper rings, snowflakes. The eldest acts like she hates it but secretly loves making them better than last year.

When Eddie and Nancy get back, most of the decorations are up except for the Tree. They do that together, Christmas music blasting in the background.

The Jim, Joyce, Will, Mike, Karen, Dan, arrive mid morning the next day having met up after the airport and drove up together.

Lucas, Max, their two kids and Jane, Jonathan and Argyle arrive at the same time mid afternoon.

Dustin's the last one to arrive late evening that day.

The whole time is full of fun, buzzing energy, exchanging stories from the year and generally enjoy being in each others presences after being away for so long. A family walk outside on Christmas Eve. One day, They play in the snow and end up in a massive snowball fight. Inevitably there's at least one evening, when the kids have gone to bed, and a couple bottles of alcohol have been consumed so the everyone's a little tipsy and honest, the topic of that place comes up. Most of them have dealt with the trauma it caused, gone to therapy (either paying for it themselves or via Eddie, Jonathon, or Nancy covering the cost). Night terrors were few and far between, paranoia about flickering lights or animal screeching noises have turned into a dulled response. The initial flinch will always be there but panic and worry that used to follow doesn't anymore. This particular year, it hits the party that Lucas and Max's eldest is the same age as the younger party members were when Will went missing, and Jane turned up on Mike's door step. And Steve and Eddie's eldest is a year younger than the elder party members were, and their middle daughter the same age as Erica when she was brought into the fold. Lucas, Max, Steve and Eddie make a mental note to keep a closer eye and hug them a little tighter this year.

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Jonathan's photography book is based on one of my favourite head canons by @schrijveer

This headcanon was inspired by a house i saw in an interior design book and thought it looked like a perfect place for the Party's Christmas get together…

I'm also 60% sure my brain was also consulting the Music video for Last Christmas for ideas of activities...

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Winter in Greensburg, PA, is a season of beauty, with snow-covered landscapes and crisp, cool air. But for businesses, it also brings challenges—especially when it comes to managing snow and ice. At TruScape, we understand that your business's safety and accessibility are paramount during these colder months. That’s why we’ve dedicated ourselves to providing top-tier snow and ice management services, ensuring your property remains safe and operational no matter how harsh the winter gets.

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NVIDIA AI Foundry Custom Models NeMo Retriever microservice

How Businesses Can Create Personalized Generative AI Models with NVIDIA AI Foundry.

NVIDIA AI Foundry

Companies looking to use AI need specialized Custom models made to fit their particular sector requirements.

With the use of software tools, accelerated computation, and data, businesses can build and implement unique models with NVIDIA AI Foundry, a service that may significantly boost their generative AI projects.

Similar to how TSMC produces chips made by other firms, NVIDIA AI Foundry offers the infrastructure and resources needed by other businesses to create and modify AI models. These resources include DGX Cloud, foundation models, NVIDIA NeMo software, NVIDIA knowledge, ecosystem tools, and support.

The product is the primary distinction: NVIDIA AI Foundry assists in the creation of Custom models, whereas TSMC manufactures actual semiconductor chips. Both foster creativity and provide access to a huge network of resources and collaborators.

Businesses can use AI Foundry to personalise NVIDIA and open Custom models models, such as NVIDIA Nemotron, CodeGemma by Google DeepMind, CodeLlama, Gemma by Google DeepMind, Mistral, Mixtral, Phi-3, StarCoder2, and others. This includes the recently released Llama 3.1 collection.

AI Innovation is Driven by Industry Pioneers

Among the first companies to use NVIDIA AI Foundry are industry leaders Amdocs, Capital One, Getty Images, KT, Hyundai Motor Company, SAP, ServiceNow, and Snowflake. A new era of AI-driven innovation in corporate software, technology, communications, and media is being ushered in by these trailblazers.

According to Jeremy Barnes, vice president of AI Product at ServiceNow, “organizations deploying AI can gain a competitive edge with Custom models that incorporate industry and business knowledge.” “ServiceNow is refining and deploying models that can easily integrate within customers’ existing workflows by utilising NVIDIA AI Foundry.”

The NVIDIA AI Foundry’s Foundation

The foundation models, corporate software, rapid computing, expert support, and extensive partner ecosystem are the main pillars that underpin NVIDIA AI Foundry.

Its software comprises the whole software platform for expediting model building, as well as AI foundation models from NVIDIA and the AI community.

NVIDIA DGX Cloud, a network of accelerated compute resources co-engineered with the top public clouds in the world Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is the computational powerhouse of NVIDIA AI Foundry. Customers of AI Foundry may use DGX Cloud to grow their AI projects as needed without having to make large upfront hardware investments.

They can also create and optimize unique generative AI applications with previously unheard-of ease and efficiency. This adaptability is essential for companies trying to remain nimble in a market that is changing quickly.

NVIDIA AI Enterprise specialists are available to support customers of NVIDIA AI Foundry if they require assistance. In order to ensure that the models closely match their business requirements, NVIDIA experts may guide customers through every stage of the process of developing, optimizing, and deploying their models using private data.

Customers of NVIDIA AI Foundry have access to a worldwide network of partners who can offer a comprehensive range of support. Among the NVIDIA partners offering AI Foundry consulting services are Accenture, Deloitte, Infosys, and Wipro. These services cover the design, implementation, and management of AI-driven digital transformation initiatives. Accenture is the first to provide the Accenture AI Refinery framework, an AI Foundry-based solution for creating Custom models.

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Clients can export their AI Foundry models as NVIDIA NIM inference microservices, which can be used on their choice accelerated infrastructure. These microservices comprise the Custom models, optimized engines, and a standard API.

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NVIDIA NeMo Accelerates and Simplifies the Creation of Custom Models

Developers can now easily curate data, modify foundation models, and assess performance using the capabilities provided by NVIDIA NeMo integrated into AI Foundry. NeMo technologies consist of:

A GPU-accelerated data-curation package called NeMo Curator enhances the performance of generative AI models by preparing large-scale, high-quality datasets for pretraining and fine-tuning.

NeMo Customizer is a scalable, high-performance microservice that makes it easier to align and fine-tune LLMs for use cases specific to a given domain.

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Businesses can construct unique AI models that are perfectly matched to their needs by utilising the NeMo platform in NVIDIA AI Foundry.

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Businesses can utilize NVIDIA NeMo Retriever NIM inference microservices to implement their own AI models in a live environment. With retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), these assist developers in retrieving private data to provide intelligent solutions for their AI applications.

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Custom Models Provide a Competitive Edge

The capacity of NVIDIA AI Foundry to handle the particular difficulties that businesses encounter while implementing AI is one of its main benefits. Specific business demands and data security requirements may not be fully satisfied by generic AI models. On the other hand, Custom models are more flexible, adaptable, and perform better, which makes them perfect for businesses looking to get a competitive edge.

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Snowflake Certification Cost

In the contemporary data-centric world, proficiency in cloud data platforms has become a highly coveted skill. The explosion of big data, coupled with the need for scalable, efficient, and secure data management solutions, has positioned cloud data platforms at the forefront of technological innovation. Among these platforms, Snowflake stands out due to its unique architecture and capabilities. This has led to a growing interest in Snowflake certifications, which are designed to validate expertise in using the platform effectively. However, one of the most common questions that arise is regarding the cost of these certifications. Understanding the financial investment required for Snowflake certification is crucial for professionals planning their career development. In this extensive guide, we will explore everything you need to know about Snowflake certification costs, from the different levels of certification to the benefits, and from the exam patterns to the job opportunities that follow certification.

What is Snowflake Certification?

Snowflake certification is a credential awarded by Snowflake Inc., aimed at validating the expertise of individuals in utilizing the Snowflake Data Cloud. Snowflake is a highly versatile, cloud-native data warehousing platform that supports a wide range of data workloads, including data warehousing, data lakes, and data engineering. Its architecture, which separates storage and compute, allows for high scalability, concurrency, and performance.

Snowflake certifications are structured to test the proficiency of professionals at various levels, ensuring that they possess the skills required to design, implement, and manage solutions using the Snowflake platform. These certifications are beneficial for a range of roles, including data engineers, data scientists, database administrators, and solutions architects.

Types of Snowflake Certifications

SnowPro Core Certification: This is the entry-level certification that covers the fundamental aspects of the Snowflake platform. It is designed for data professionals who are new to Snowflake and want to validate their foundational knowledge.

SnowPro Advanced Certification: This level includes more specialized certifications, such as Data Engineering, Data Science, and Data Administration. These are meant for professionals who have a deeper understanding of specific aspects of Snowflake and want to showcase their advanced skills.

Snowflake Partner Certifications: These are targeted at Snowflake partners, such as consultants and technical partners, who implement Snowflake solutions for clients. These certifications ensure that partners can deliver high-quality services using Snowflake.

Snowflake Different Levels of Certification

Snowflake offers a tiered certification system designed to cater to different levels of expertise and professional roles. Each certification level has distinct objectives, requirements, and targeted skill sets.

SnowPro Core Certification

The SnowPro Core Certification is the foundational certification offered by Snowflake. It is ideal for data professionals who are starting their journey with Snowflake and want to establish their understanding of the platform's core features and capabilities. The certification covers a wide range of topics, including:

Snowflake Architecture: Understanding the key components of Snowflake's architecture, such as virtual warehouses, storage, and the separation of compute and storage.

Data Loading and Unloading: Knowledge of how to load data into Snowflake from various sources and unload data from Snowflake.

Performance Optimization: Techniques for optimizing query performance and managing resources effectively.

Security: An understanding of Snowflake's security features, including data encryption, access control, and compliance.

Data Sharing and Cloning: Insights into Snowflake's data sharing capabilities and the use of zero-copy cloning.

Candidates are required to pass a comprehensive exam that assesses their understanding of these topics. The SnowPro Core Certification serves as a prerequisite for more advanced certifications.

SnowPro Advanced Certification

The SnowPro Advanced Certifications are designed for professionals who want to specialize in specific areas of Snowflake. These certifications are more focused and in-depth compared to the core certification. The advanced certifications currently offered include:

SnowPro Advanced: Data Engineer: This certification focuses on advanced data engineering concepts, including data transformation, pipeline development, and performance tuning.

SnowPro Advanced: Data Scientist: This certification is aimed at data scientists who use Snowflake for data analysis, machine learning, and data visualization.

SnowPro Advanced: Data Administrator: This certification is designed for database administrators who manage and maintain Snowflake environments, focusing on security, user management, and operational best practices.

Each of these advanced certifications has its own exam, which delves deeper into the respective specialization. Candidates must have a solid understanding of Snowflake's core features and possess practical experience in their chosen specialization to succeed in these exams.

Snowflake Partner Certifications

Snowflake Partner Certifications are tailored for Snowflake partners, including consultants and technical partners who implement Snowflake solutions for their clients. These certifications ensure that partners have the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality services and solutions using Snowflake.

Snowflake Partner Architect: This certification is for technical architects responsible for designing and implementing Snowflake solutions. It covers advanced architectural concepts, best practices, and case studies.

Snowflake Partner Developer: This certification is aimed at developers who build custom applications and integrations using Snowflake. It includes topics such as API usage, custom development, and integration patterns.

Partner certifications are essential for consultants and service providers who want to establish their credibility and expertise in the market. They help ensure that clients receive reliable and effective solutions tailored to their needs.

How Much Does Snowflake Certification Cost?

The cost of obtaining a Snowflake certification varies depending on the level and type of certification. It is important to consider these costs as part of the overall investment in professional development. Below is a detailed breakdown of the costs associated with Snowflake certifications:

SnowPro Core Certification

Exam Fee: The cost for the SnowPro Core Certification exam is $175 USD. This fee includes the cost of taking the exam and receiving the certification upon passing.

Study Materials and Training: While not mandatory, candidates often invest in study materials and training courses to prepare for the exam. These can range from free resources, such as Snowflake's documentation and community forums, to paid courses and practice exams. Paid courses can cost anywhere from $200 to $500 USD.

SnowPro Advanced Certification

Exam Fee: The cost for each SnowPro Advanced Certification exam is $375 USD. This higher fee reflects the advanced nature of these certifications and the depth of knowledge required.

Study Materials and Training: Similar to the core certification, candidates may choose to invest in additional study materials and training courses. Advanced training programs are typically more expensive, ranging from $500 to $1,000 USD, depending on the provider and the comprehensiveness of the course.

Snowflake Partner Certifications

Exam Fee: Partner certification exams typically cost around $300 to $500 USD, depending on the specific certification and level of specialization.

Training Programs: Snowflake offers tailored training programs for partners, which can range from online courses to in-person workshops. The cost of these programs varies, with comprehensive partner training packages potentially costing several thousand dollars.

Recertification Costs

Snowflake certifications are generally valid for two years. After this period, professionals need to recertify to maintain their credentials. The cost of recertification is typically the same as the initial certification exam fee. This means that for the SnowPro Core Certification, recertification would cost $175 USD, and for the SnowPro Advanced Certifications, it would be $375 USD.

Snowflake Certification Cost in India

For professionals based in India, the cost of Snowflake certification is influenced by factors such as exchange rates and local taxation. However, the pricing structure remains largely consistent with global standards. Below is a detailed breakdown of the costs for candidates in India:

SnowPro Core Certification

Exam Fee: The cost for the SnowPro Core Certification exam in India ranges from ₹13,000 to ₹14,000 INR. This is approximately equivalent to $175 USD, subject to current exchange rates.

Study Materials and Training: Candidates in India can access a variety of study resources, both free and paid. Paid training programs and practice exams are available, typically costing between ₹15,000 and ₹35,000 INR.

SnowPro Advanced Certification

Exam Fee: The cost for each SnowPro Advanced Certification exam in India ranges from ₹28,000 to ₹30,000 INR, aligning with the $375 USD price tag in global markets.

Study Materials and Training: Advanced training programs for these certifications can cost between ₹40,000 and ₹75,000 INR, depending on the provider and the depth of the course content.

Snowflake Partner Certifications

Exam Fee: Partner certification exams in India generally cost between ₹25,000 and ₹40,000 INR, reflecting the $300 to $500 USD range.

Training Programs: Partner training programs can vary widely in cost, with comprehensive packages potentially reaching several lakh INR, especially for in-depth, in-person workshops.

Additional Costs

Candidates should also consider additional costs, such as travel and accommodation if attending in-person training or exams, and the purchase of supplementary study materials, which can further add to the overall investment.

What Are the Benefits of Snowflake Certifica

tion?

Earning a Snowflake certification can significantly enhance a professional's career prospects and credibility. The benefits of obtaining a Snowflake certification are multifaceted, impacting both personal career development and organizational success.

Career Advancement

One of the most significant benefits of Snowflake certification is the potential for career advancement. Certified professionals are often considered more skilled and knowledgeable, making them attractive candidates for promotions and higher-level positions. This is particularly true in organizations that heavily rely on data-driven decision-making and require expertise in modern data platforms like Snowflake.

Higher Salaries

Certified professionals often command higher salaries compared to their non-certified peers. The investment in certification can yield substantial financial returns, as employers are willing to pay a premium for validated expertise. According to industry reports, professionals with Snowflake certifications can earn significantly higher

salaries, reflecting the high demand for their skills.

Industry Recognition

Snowflake certification is a widely recognized credential within the data and technology industry. Holding a Snowflake certification demonstrates a commitment to professional development and a high level of proficiency with the platform. This recognition can open doors to new job opportunities and career paths, both within and outside one's current organization.

Networking Opportunities

Certified professionals gain access to exclusive Snowflake communities and networks. These platforms provide opportunities to connect with other certified professionals, share knowledge, and stay updated on the latest developments in the Snowflake ecosystem. Networking with peers and industry experts can lead to new collaborations, job opportunities, and professional growth.

Access to Exclusive Resources

Snowflake offers a range of exclusive resources for certified professionals, including advanced training programs, technical documentation, and special events. These resources help certified individuals stay ahead of the curve, continuously improving their skills and knowledge.

Enhanced Job Performance

Certification ensures that professionals have a thorough understanding of Snowflake's features and best practices. This knowledge translates into improved job performance, as certified individuals are better equipped to design, implement, and manage efficient and effective data solutions. Organizations benefit from having certified professionals on their teams, leading to more successful projects and better use of the Snowflake platform.

Organizational Benefits

Organizations that employ Snowflake-certified professionals gain a competitive edge. Certified employees bring a higher level of expertise and are more capable of leveraging Snowflake's full potential. This can lead to more efficient data management, faster project completion, and overall better outcomes for the organization.

Perspectives on Snowflake Certification Cost

While the cost of Snowflake certification may appear substantial, it is essential to view it as an investment in one's career. The financial outlay should be weighed against the potential benefits and long-term returns. Here are some perspectives on the cost of Snowflake certification:

Return on Investment (ROI)

The return on investment for Snowflake certification can be significant. Certified professionals often see immediate benefits in terms of higher salaries and better job opportunities. Over time, the increased earning potential and career advancement opportunities can far outweigh the initial cost of certification.

Employer Sponsorship

Many employers recognize the value of certification and are willing to sponsor their employees' certification costs. This can include paying for exam fees, study materials, and training courses. Employees should explore whether their organization offers such support as part of their professional development programs.

Self-Investment

For individuals who self-fund their certification, it is important to consider the long-term career benefits. Investing in certification can differentiate a professional in a competitive job market, leading to better job security and career growth. The skills and knowledge gained through the certification process also enhance job performance, further increasing one's value to employers.

Cost-Benefit Analysis

Performing a cost-benefit analysis can help individuals make informed decisions about pursuing certification. This involves comparing the costs of certification (exam fees, study materials, training) with the expected benefits (higher salary, job opportunities, career advancement). In many cases, the potential benefits justify the investment.

Is Snowflake Certification Worth the Cost?

Determining whether Snowflake certification is worth the cost depends on several factors, including career goals, industry demand, and personal financial circumstances. Here are some considerations to help evaluate the value of Snowflake certification:

Industry Demand

The demand for Snowflake skills is high and growing across various industries. Organizations are increasingly adopting Snowflake for its scalability, performance, and ease of use. As a result, professionals with Snowflake certification are in high demand. This high demand can lead to better job opportunities and higher salaries, making the certification a worthwhile investment.

Career Goals

For professionals aiming to advance their careers in data-related fields, Snowflake certification can be a strategic move. It validates expertise in a leading data platform, making certified individuals more attractive to employers. For those seeking roles such as data engineers, data scientists, or database administrators, Snowflake certification can be a key differentiator.

Personal Financial Circumstances

While the cost of certification may be a concern, it is important to consider the long-term financial benefits. Certified professionals often earn higher salaries, which can offset the initial cost of certification. Additionally, some employers may offer financial support for certification, reducing the burden on individuals.

Professional Development

Beyond financial considerations, Snowflake certification represents a commitment to professional development. It demonstrates a willingness to learn and stay updated with the latest technologies, which can be highly valued by employers. The knowledge and skills gained through certification can also enhance job performance and career satisfaction.

Snowflake Certification Exam Pattern

Understanding the exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation. Snowflake certification exams are designed to test practical knowledge and problem-solving abilities in real-world scenarios. Here is an overview of the exam patterns for the different levels of certification:

SnowPro Core Certification Exam Pattern

Format: Multiple-choice questions.

Number of Questions: Approximately 100 questions.

Duration: 2 hours.

Passing Score: Typically around 70-75%.

Topics Covered:

Snowflake architecture.

Data loading and unloading.

Performance optimization.

Security features.

Data sharing and cloning.

The exam tests a candidate's foundational knowledge of Snowflake, ensuring they understand the core concepts and can apply them in practical scenarios.

SnowPro Advanced Certification Exam Pattern

Each SnowPro Advanced Certification has its own exam pattern, reflecting the specialization it covers. Here is an example pattern for the Data Engineer certification:

Format: Multiple-choice questions, with some practical scenarios.

Number of Questions: Approximately 60-80 questions.

Duration: 2 hours.

Passing Score: Typically around 70-75%.

Topics Covered:

Advanced data engineering concepts.

Data transformation and pipeline development.

Performance tuning and optimization.

Data modeling and integration techniques.

Other advanced certifications, such as Data Scientist and Data Administrator, have similar formats but focus on their respective areas of expertise.

Snowflake Certification Questions

The questions in Snowflake certification exams are designed to test both theoretical knowledge and practical application. Here are some example topics and types of questions you might encounter:

SnowPro Core Certification Questions

Snowflake Architecture:

Describe the role of virtual warehouses in Snowflake.

Explain how Snowflake separates compute and storage.

Data Loading and Unloading:

What are the different methods to load data into Snowflake?

How can you unload data from Snowflake to external storage?

Performance Optimization:

What techniques can be used to optimize query performance in Snowflake?

How can you manage resource usage effectively in Snowflake?

Security:

Describe Snowflake's data encryption features.

How can you implement access control in Snowflake?

Data Sharing and Cloning:

Explain Snowflake's data sharing capabilities.

What is zero-copy cloning and how is it used in Snowflake?

SnowPro Advanced Certification Questions

Data Engineering:

Describe the process of building a data pipeline in Snowflake.

How can you optimize data transformation processes in Snowflake?

Data Science:

How can you integrate machine learning models with Snowflake?

Describe the use of Snowflake for data analysis and visualization.

Data Administration:

What are the best practices for managing user roles and permissions in Snowflake?

How can you monitor and optimize Snowflake's performance from an administrative perspective?

Jobs After Snowflake Certification

Obtaining Snowflake certification can open up a wide range of job opportunities in various roles and industries. Certified professionals are in high demand, and the certification can significantly enhance one's employability and career prospects. Here are some of the job roles that professionals can pursue after earning Snowflake certification:

Data Engineer

Data engineers are responsible for designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and architectures. With Snowflake certification, data engineers can demonstrate their expertise in using Snowflake to create efficient and scalable data solutions. Key responsibilities include:

Developing ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes.

Designing and implementing data pipelines.

Optimizing data storage and retrieval.

Ensuring data quality and integrity.

Data Scientist

Data scientists use advanced analytical techniques and machine learning models to extract insights from data. Snowflake certification can enhance a data scientist's ability to leverage Snowflake for data analysis and machine learning. Key responsibilities include:

Analyzing large datasets to identify trends and patterns.

Developing and deploying machine learning models.

Visualizing data and presenting findings to stakeholders.

Collaborating with data engineers to optimize data workflows.

Database Administrator

Database administrators manage and maintain database systems, ensuring their performance, security, and reliability. Snowflake certification equips database administrators with the skills to effectively manage Snowflake environments. Key responsibilities include:

Monitoring and optimizing database performance.

Implementing security measures and access controls.

Managing user roles and permissions.

Performing backup and recovery operations.

Business Intelligence Analyst

Business intelligence analysts use data to provide insights that inform business decisions. Snowflake certification can enhance their ability to analyze and visualize data using Snowflake's capabilities. Key responsibilities include:

Developing and maintaining business intelligence dashboards and reports.

Conducting data analysis to support decision-making.

Collaborating with stakeholders to understand business needs.

Using Snowflake to integrate and analyze data from multiple sources.

Solutions Architect

Solutions architects design and implement technology solutions that meet business requirements. With Snowflake certification, solutions architects can demonstrate their ability to create robust and scalable data solutions using Snowflake. Key responsibilities include:

Designing data architectures and solutions.

Evaluating and selecting appropriate technologies.

Ensuring solutions meet performance, security, and scalability requirements.

Collaborating with stakeholders to understand and address business needs.

Consultant

Consultants provide expert advice and implementation services to organizations looking to leverage Snowflake for their data needs

. Snowflake certification enhances a consultant's credibility and expertise. Key responsibilities include:

Assessing client needs and recommending appropriate solutions.

Implementing and configuring Snowflake environments.

Providing training and support to client teams.

Ensuring successful project delivery and client satisfaction.

Conclusion

Snowflake certification is a valuable investment for data professionals seeking to enhance their skills, advance their careers, and gain industry recognition. While the cost of certification may seem significant, the potential benefits in terms of career advancement, higher salaries, and job opportunities make it a worthwhile endeavor. By understanding the costs, benefits, and opportunities associated with Snowflake certification, professionals can make informed decisions about their career development.

FAQs

How long is Snowflake certification valid?

Snowflake certifications are typically valid for two years, after which recertification is required to maintain the credential.

Can I take the Snowflake certification exam online?

Yes, Snowflake offers online proctored exams that can be taken from the comfort of your home or office.

Are there any prerequisites for Snowflake certification?

There are no formal prerequisites, but relevant experience and knowledge of Snowflake are recommended for better preparation.

How can I prepare for the Snowflake certification exam?

Utilize Snowflake's official study guides, practice exams, training courses, and online resources such as documentation and community forums.

What is the passing score for Snowflake certification exams?

The passing score varies by exam but is generally around 70-75%.

Is there a discount for retaking the exam if I fail?

Snowflake may offer discounted retake options, but this can vary. Check Snowflake's official certification policies for details.

Are there group discounts for corporate training?

Yes, Snowflake offers group training and certification discounts for corporate clients. Contact Snowflake's sales team for more information.

How soon can I retake the exam if I fail?

Candidates can usually retake the exam after 14 days. Check the specific retake policy for the exam you are taking.

Does Snowflake offer any free resources for exam preparation?

Yes, Snowflake provides free resources such as webinars, documentation, and community forums to help candidates prepare for certification exams.

What languages are the certification exams available in?

The exams are primarily available in English, with additional language support provided as needed. Check the specific exam details for language availability.

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Snowflake Professional Services

Unlocking the Power of Snowflake with Professional Services

Snowflake’s cloud-based data platform has revolutionized how businesses manage and analyze their data. However, to truly maximize the potential of Snowflake, consider leveraging the expertise of Snowflake Professional Services.

Let’s delve into the world of Snowflake Professional Services and why it can be a game-changer for your organization.

What are Snowflake Professional Services?

Snowflake Professional Services is a team of highly skilled experts directly employed by Snowflake. They offer a wide range of services designed to help organizations maximize their investment in the Snowflake Data Cloud. These services include:

Implementation and Architecture: Professional Services architects help design scalable, secure, and performant data solutions tailored to your business needs.

Data Migration: Smoothly transition your existing data from legacy systems or other cloud platforms to Snowflake, leveraging best practices and specialized tools.

Optimization and Performance Tuning: Analyze workload patterns, optimize queries, and adjust resource allocation to ensure optimal ROI from your Snowflake implementation.

Training and Enablement: Provide customized training to your team, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills necessary for practical Snowflake usage.

Managed Services: For organizations that need ongoing support, Snowflake offers managed services where experts will monitor, manage, and maintain your Snowflake environment.

Why Consider Snowflake Professional Services?

Here’s why partnering with Snowflake Professional Services could be a wise decision:

Accelerated Time-to-Value: Their deep experience and proven methodologies help you get up and running quickly with Snowflake, enabling you to realize value faster.

Risk Reduction: Snowflake experts understand the potential pitfalls, helping you implement robust data solutions that minimize risks and ensure long-term success.

Innovation and Best Practices: With the guidance of dedicated consultants, stay ahead of the curve by tapping into best practices and the latest Snowflake features.

Optimized Resource Utilization: Avoid costly over-provisioning or underutilization of resources by working with optimization experts, ensuring maximum performance within your budget.

Knowledge Transfer: Empower your internal team by gaining insights from Snowflake professionals, enabling in-house proficiency.

Common Use Cases

Snowflake Professional Services are beneficial for a variety of scenarios:

Large-Scale Migrations: When moving vast amounts of data to the cloud, the expertise of these professionals can streamline the process, preventing disruptions.

Complex Data Architectures: If you have intricate data needs or plan to use Snowflake across the entire organization, Professional Services will guide you through the design and implementation.

Performance Bottlenecks: If your existing Snowflake setup is experiencing performance issues, it can identify the root causes and provide optimization solutions.

Skill Gaps: Accelerate your team’s adoption and proficiency with customized training programs delivered by Snowflake specialists.

Let Snowflake Be Your Guide

Think of Snowflake Professional Services as an extension of your team. By utilizing their expertise, you can harness the full power of the Snowflake Data Cloud, driving better data-driven decisions and achieving your business goals faster.

If you want to optimize your Snowflake deployment or unlock its full potential, exploring Snowflake Professional Services could be a worthwhile investment.

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Snowflake and Salesforce: A Match Made in the Data Cloud

Salesforce is the undisputed king of customer relationship management (CRM), defining how businesses interact with customers. Snowflake is a rapidly growing force in cloud data warehousing, offering near-limitless scalability and a powerful platform for data analytics. When these two powerhouses team up, the result is a turbocharged data strategy for your business.

Why Integrate Snowflake and Salesforce?

Salesforce is a treasure trove of customer data—interactions, purchase history, demographics, and more. But all that valuable data can be siloed, making it difficult to understand your customers and business entirely. Here’s where Snowflake shines:

Centralized Data Warehouse: Snowflake is a central repository for all your business data, including Salesforce data. This breaks down data silos and creates a single source of truth for analytics and decision-making.

Enhanced Analytics: Snowflake’s robust analytics engine allows you to slice and dice your Salesforce data in conjunction with data from other sources. This will enable you to gain deeper insights into customer behavior, campaign performance, and sales trends.

Improved Machine Learning: Snowflake’s scalable computing power unlocks advanced machine learning and AI capabilities. Develop predictive models on your Salesforce data to forecast churn, personalize recommendations, and optimize marketing spend.

Real-Time Action: Snowflake’s near-real-time data ingestion means changes in your Salesforce data are reflected almost instantly in your analytics. This enables timely decision-making and data-driven actions.

How Integration Works

There are a few ways to integrate your Snowflake and Salesforce environments smoothly:

Native Connectors: Salesforce offers native connectors for seamless data transfer to Snowflake. These connectors handle data synchronization, transformation, and secure access.

ETL Tools: For more complex transformations or integration with multiple data sources, third-party ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tools can bridge the gap between Salesforce and Snowflake.

Snowflake’s BYOL Data Sharing: For a zero-ETL approach, Snowflake’s “Bring Your Own Lake” (BYOL) Data Sharing allows customers to access Salesforce data directly within the Snowflake environment.

Key Benefits

Here’s a quick recap of the benefits this integration brings:

360-Degree Customer View: Unify Salesforce data with other enterprise data to thoroughly understand your customers.

Faster, Data-Driven Decisions: Make informed choices backed by real-time insights from your combined data sets.

Streamlined Operations: Reduce ETL overhead and simplify data management with a centralized platform.

Scalability: Handle massive volumes of data as your business grows, thanks to Snowflake’s elasticity.

Get Started with Snowflake and Salesforce

The journey to a powerful Salesforce and Snowflake integration starts with:

Assessing Your Needs: Analyze what insights you want and what other data sources must be integrated.

Choosing the Right Integration Method: Select the integration approach (connectors, ETL, BYOL) that best suits your needs.

Partnering for Success: Consider working with experienced consultants to streamline implementation and get the most out of the system.

If you’re ready to supercharge your customer insights and drive better business outcomes, integrating Snowflake with Salesforce is a winning strategy.

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Payroll Outsourcing Company Explained: What It Is and How It Functions

Have you ever found yourself drowning in a sea of payroll paperwork, desperately trying to navigate complex tax regulations and employee deductions? Fear not, for the solution to your payroll woes lies in the realm of outsourcing. In this blog post, we will embark on an adventure to demystify the concept of payroll outsourcing and explore how it functions. Let’s get started.

What is Payroll Outsourcing?

Payroll outsourcing is the act of delegating your payroll-related tasks to a specialized third-party service provider. These outsourcing payroll companies are like the fairy godmothers of the business world, magically taking over your payroll responsibilities and freeing up your precious time.

When you partner with an outsourcing payroll company, you hand over the responsibility of calculating employee wages, managing deductions, processing tax withholdings, and generating pay stubs. They become your trusty sidekick, shouldering the burden of payroll administration while you focus on growing your business. It’s like having a personal assistant who takes care of all the tedious payroll tasks, leaving you with more time to chase your entrepreneurial dreams with all the big bear partners services.

The Benefits of Payroll Outsourcing

Choosing an outsourcing payroll company to handle your payroll tasks offers a plethora of benefits of payroll outsourcing. First and foremost, it allows you to focus on your core business activities, saving you from the labyrinth of payroll intricacies. Think of it as having a skilled sidekick who takes care of all the payroll nitty-gritty, allowing you to channel your energy into growing your business.

Moreover, outsourcing payroll companies have a deep understanding of ever-changing tax regulations and compliance requirements, ensuring that your business stays on the right side of the law. They keep up with the latest updates, changes, and complexities of the payroll landscape, allowing you to navigate the treacherous waters of payroll taxes without fear.

Additionally, outsourcing payroll provides you with access to advanced payroll software and technology. These systems streamline the entire payroll process, automating calculations, generating reports, and seamlessly integrating with other HR systems. With the help of these tools, your payroll tasks become more efficient, accurate, and timely.

How Does Payroll Outsourcing Work?

Now that we’ve established the marvels of outsourcing payroll, let’s delve into how it works.

The process typically begins with an initial consultation with an outsourcing payroll company. They will assess your business’s specific needs, understand your payroll processes, and gather all the necessary information. This phase is crucial as it allows the outsourcing payroll company to customize its services to suit your unique requirements.

Once the details are ironed out, you can bid adieu to the hassle of calculating salaries, managing deductions, and generating pay stubs. The outsourcing payroll company takes charge of these tasks, using its advanced payroll software and expertise to ensure accurate and timely payments for your employees. They handle all aspects of payroll administration, from calculating gross wages to accounting for taxes, benefits, and other deductions.

When it comes to paying your employees, the outsourcing payroll company can offer various payment options. Whether it’s direct deposit, paper checks, or even prepaid debit cards, they have the flexibility to accommodate your preferred method.

Customization and Scalability

One of the magical aspects of outsourcing payroll is its ability to adapt to the unique requirements of your business. Whether you have a small startup or a large corporation, outsourcing payroll companies offer customizable solutions tailored to your needs. They understand that every business has its quirks and requirements, just like each snowflake has its ice pattern.

These providers can scale their services as your business grows, accommodating changes in the number of employees, payroll complexity, and any additional services you may require.

As your workforce expands, they seamlessly integrate new employees into the payroll system, ensuring a smooth transition. It’s like having a chameleon-like partner that seamlessly blends into your business landscape, evolving and adjusting alongside your growth.

Moreover, outsourcing payroll also provides the flexibility to add or remove services based on your changing needs. If, for example, you decide to introduce new employee benefits or implement time and attendance tracking, the outsourcing payroll company can incorporate these additions into their service package. It’s like having a payroll shape-shifter that adapts to your evolving business requirements.

Enhanced Data Security and Compliance

In the digital age, data security is a top priority for businesses. Entrusting your payroll data to an outsourcing payroll company ensures enhanced security measures. These companies understand the criticality of protecting sensitive employee information and employ state-of-the-art technology and stringent protocols to safeguard it.

From encrypted data storage to secure transmission channels, they’ve got your back. They have robust cybersecurity measures in place to prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, or identity theft. Additionally, they stay up-to-date with the latest data protection regulations and compliance requirements, acting as a protective shield against the ever-looming threat of data breaches.

Outsourcing payroll companies understand the importance of data privacy and maintain strict confidentiality standards. They are well-versed in the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or any other applicable privacy laws, ensuring that your employee data is handled with utmost care and compliance. It’s like having a vault that protects your payroll secrets from the clutches of nefarious cyber villains.

Cost Savings and Efficiency

Last but certainly not least, outsourcing payroll can be a cost-effective solution for your business. Think about it: hiring, training, and retaining an in-house payroll team can be a substantial financial burden. On the other hand, outsourcing payroll companies operate on a scalable model, which means you only pay for the services you need, when you need them.

They bring their arsenal of efficient payroll tools, eliminating the need for expensive software licenses. With their expertise and streamlined processes, they can also reduce the likelihood of costly errors. By minimizing manual intervention and automating repetitive tasks, outsourcing payroll helps you save time and resources, allowing you to focus on strategic initiatives that drive business growth.

Additionally, outsourcing payroll reduces the risk of payroll mistakes that can lead to compliance issues or financial penalties. The outsourcing payroll company’s expertise in tax regulations and calculations ensures accurate payroll processing, minimizing the chances of errors. It’s like having a financial wizard who helps you optimize your payroll expenses and make your budget stretch further.

Conclusion

With payroll outsourcing, you unlock a world where time-consuming calculations, tax regulations, and compliance requirements are effortlessly managed. Your employees receive accurate and timely payments, while you reap the rewards of streamlined processes, reduced errors, and enhanced cost savings. For more details you can visit us at https://bigbearpartners.com/.

The journey towards outsourcing payroll is an adventure that liberates you from the mundane, allowing you to focus on strategic endeavors that drive your business forward. So take a leap of faith into the realm of payroll outsourcing. Embrace the freedom, convenience, and peace of mind that come with entrusting your payroll tasks to experts.

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