AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

Associate
SAA-C02

Validate your ability to design and deploy scalable systems on AWS.

Certification Details

  • Duration: 130 minutes
  • Cost: $150 USD

Prerequisites

  • 1 year of hands-on experience with AWS

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

This certification validates your expertise in designing distributed systems on AWS. It demonstrates your knowledge of AWS architectural best practices, including how to design, manage, and distribute applications that utilize AWS services. The certification is ideal for those who have at least one year of hands-on experience with AWS and are looking to prove their skills in designing cost-effective, fault-tolerant, and scalable systems.

Key Topics Covered

  • Designing Resilient Architectures
  • High-Performing Architectures
  • Secure Applications and Architectures
  • Cost-Optimized Architectures

Exam Details

  • Exam Code: SAA-C02
  • Duration: 130 minutes
  • Format: Multiple choice and multiple response
  • Cost: $150 USD

Prerequisites

To be fully prepared for this certification, candidates should have:

  • At least one year of hands-on experience with AWS technology
  • Experience deploying, managing, and operating workloads on AWS as well as implementing security controls and compliance requirements
  • Familiarity with the AWS Management Console and the AWS Command Line Interface (CLI)

Preparation Resources

AWS offers various resources to help candidates prepare for the exam, including:

  • AWS Training and Certification courses
  • Whitepapers and technical documentation
  • Practice exams and sample questions
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate Exam Guide

Benefits of Certification

Achieving the AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate certification can:

  • Enhance your professional credibility and career prospects
  • Validate your ability to design and implement effective solutions on AWS
  • Provide access to exclusive AWS Certified events and communities

Prepare thoroughly, leverage the available resources, and schedule your exam to take the next step in your AWS certification journey.