Creating Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Cake can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.

5. Add Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is well combined. The batter will be thin.

6. Pour Batter: Divide the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.

7. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Cool: Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in their pans for 20-25 minutes. Then, gently transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.

9. Prepare Strawberry Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Let it sit for about 15 minutes to macerate.

10. Make Chocolate Ganache: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Pour it over the chocolate chips in a bowl. Let sit for a few minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.

11. Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving platter. Spread the strawberry filling evenly over the top. Place the second layer on top.

12. Add Ganache: Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.

13. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 30 minutes to set the ganache.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible cake effortlessly.