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AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

1. Certification Details
2. Exam Information
3. Exam Objectives
4. References

Certification Details:

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate showcases knowledge and skills in AWS technology, across a wide range of AWS services. The focus of this certification is on the design of cost and performance optimized solutions, demonstrating a strong understanding of the AWS Well-Architected Framework. This certification can enhance the career profile and earnings of certified individuals and increase your credibility and confidence in stakeholder and customer interactions. This exam does not require deep hands-on coding experience, although familiarity with basic programming concepts would be an advantage.

Exam Information:

The specific details of the AWS CSA Associate exam format can be found in the official AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (SAA-C03) Exam Guide https://d1.awsstatic.com/training-and-certification/docs-sa-assoc/AWS-Certified-Solutions-Architect-Associate_Exam-Guide.pdf. Here's a summary of the key exam parameters:

1. Exam Duration: 180 minutes (3 hours)
2. Question Format: Multiple choice and multiple response
3. Number of Questions: Not officially disclosed by AWS, but generally estimated to be around 65-75 questions
4. Passing Score: A scaled score of 720 or higher (out of a possible 1000). Your score report won't show the actual number of questions answered correctly or incorrectly.
5. Delivery Method: Testing centers or online proctored exam

The exam is designed to assess your ability to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios. Familiarize yourself with the AWS Well-Architected Framework as it's a core concept tested throughout the exam. Practice with sample questions and time yourself to improve your test-taking skills.

Exam Topics:

The AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03) exam covers a broad range of topics related to designing and deploying solutions on AWS. Here's a breakdown of the key domains you can expect to see on the exam:

1. Design Principles and Processes:

• Understanding the AWS Well-Architected Framework and its best practices.
• Defining customer requirements and translating them into architectural designs.
• Following security best practices for designing secure solutions on AWS.

2. Cloud Architecture Design:

• Selecting appropriate AWS services for various use cases: compute (EC2, Lambda), storage (S3, EBS), database (RDS, DynamoDB), networking (VPC, Route 53).
• Designing scalable and highly available architectures.
• Implementing cost-effective solutions by considering factors like pricing models and resource optimization techniques.

3. Implementation:

• Deploying and managing AWS resources using the AWS Management Console, AWS Command Line Interface (CLI), or AWS SDKs.
• Automating deployments using tools like AWS CloudFormation and AWS CodeDeploy.

4. Operations Management:

• Monitoring and troubleshooting applications running on AWS.
• Implementing logging and monitoring solutions with Amazon CloudWatch.
• Performing backups and disaster recovery for your AWS deployments.

5. Security:

• Implementing Identity and Access Management (IAM) to control access to AWS resources.
• Securing data at rest and in transit using encryption services like KMS.
• Designing secure network architectures using security groups and VPC features.

References:

Resources you can use to practice for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03) exam:

Official AWS Resources:

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03) Sample Exam Questions: This resource provides a limited set of sample questions directly from AWS. It gives you a good idea of the question format and difficulty level. https://d1.awsstatic.com/training-and-certification/docs-sa-assoc/AWS-Certified-Solutions-Architect-Associate_Sample-Questions.pdf

AWS Well-Architected Framework: Understanding this framework is crucial for the exam. The official documentation provides a comprehensive explanation of best practices for designing cloud architectures on AWS. https://docs.aws.amazon.com/wellarchitected/

AWS Partner Network (APN) Training Partners: Several AWS Partner Network (APN) training partners offer practice exams and other resources aligned with the exam objectives. These partners are vetted by AWS and provide high-quality training materials. You can find a list of APN training partners on the AWS website https://aws.amazon.com/training/aws-training-partner-courses/.

Third-Party Practice Exams: Many reputable third-party websites offer practice exams specifically designed for the AWS CSA Associate exam. These exams can be a valuable tool to assess your knowledge and identify areas where you need improvement. Here are a couple of well-regarded options:

A Cloud Guru: https://practice-exam.acloud.guru/103a7d5b-24ed-44e6-a014-db62689837f6

Whizlabs: https://www.whizlabs.com/aws-solutions-architect-associate/

Important Note: While third-party practice exams can be helpful, be cautious about relying solely on them.  Ensure the practice exams you choose are up-to-date with the latest exam content and format.

Important points to remember:

• Look for practice exams that offer explanations for both correct and incorrect answers. This will help you understand why a specific answer is the best choice and learn from your mistakes.
• Time yourself when taking practice exams to simulate the actual exam environment.
• Don't neglect free resources like blog posts, tutorials, and white papers from AWS and other reputable sources.
• By combining these official and third-party resources with dedicated studying, you'll be well-prepared to take the AWS CSA Associate exam and confidently demonstrate your cloud architecture skills.