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AWS certification shows you have the most valuable (and profitable!) skills, as validated by one of the most prominent entities in cloud computing. Accreditation in the enterprise demonstrates an understanding of a platform and cloud expertise which can accelerate time to value for cloud projects. If you want to pass the AWS exam on the first try, you can contact SPOTO<\/a><\/strong><\/em> to get the most detailed study materials.<\/p>\n

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Why is AWS Certification necessary?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

AWS certification is still necessary even though multi-cloud strategies are becoming more popular in enterprises. AWS has more than one million customers and is the preferred provider for public cloud adoption. According to the 2018\u00a0RightScale Cloud Report, 64% of SMBs and 68% of enterprises use AWS applications. A solid financial performance and a steady stream of new services are indicators that there is more to come.<\/p>\n

How long is it to become AWS Certified?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It takes about two months to complete 80 hours of study when you have a full-time job or other commitments. We recommend that you spend approximately 120 hours, or three months, learning AWS. Begin with the basics and move on to the Solutions Architect \u2013 Associate Learning Path.<\/p>\n

How can I become AWS-certified?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

These steps, while not the most precise, are the best for those who are preparing to obtain AWS certification.
\nYou can enroll in AWS training classes like the one mentioned in this article. These classes will increase your knowledge about cloud computing and AWS.
\nExam or Study Guides?
\nYou can read multiple AWS whitepapers. These whitepapers contain valuable information that may help answer your questions.
\nPractice, practice, practice. You can reduce stress and anxiety about taking the certification exam by practicing.
\nOnce you’re ready, schedule the exam. You will need to practice and study for the exam. This is based on your experience and the certification that you are seeking.<\/p>\n

Foundational Certification<\/strong><\/h2>\n

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner\u00a0entry-level\u00a0certification is designed to validate candidates’ knowledge of the AWS cloud.
\nRecommendations – At least six months of general AWS cloud experience in any position (technical or managerial, sales, etc.).
\nFormat: Multiple choice & Multiple response questions
\nLength: 90 minutes
\nCost: 100 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Understanding the basic principles of AWS architecture
\nThe AWS cloud’s value proposition
\nThe critical AWS services and common uses
\nSecurity basics and compliance: The shared responsibility model
\nOperating principles and core deployment
\nCloud billing and costs<\/p>\n

Associate-Level Certificates<\/strong><\/h2>\n

AWS Certified Solutions Engineer – Associate (SAA\u2013C03)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

AWS Certified Solutions Architect \u2013 The associate exam is for individuals with experience developing distributed applications. Candidates must demonstrate their ability to design, manage, implement, and maintain applications using AWS services and tools. The exam was updated to August 2022 to include additional AWS services and best practices.
\nFormat: Multiple-choice, multiple-response
\nTime: 130 minutes
\nCost: 150 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

AWS Network Technologies and How They Work
\nHow AWS-based apps work and how clients’ interfaces connect with the AWS platform
\nHow to create secure and reliable apps on AWS
\nHybrid systems are those that combine an AWS component and an on-premises server.
\nExam domains include the design of high-availability, scalable, and performant systems (requires familiarity and understanding of AWS concepts and infrastructure), implementation and deployment in AWS and AWS-related data security techniques, and cost optimization techniques.<\/p>\n

AWS Certified Developer – Associate<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Associate exam for AWS Certified Developer focuses on developing and maintaining AWS-based apps. You’ll need to create actual code to access AWS services within your business applications.
\nFormat: Multiple-choice, multiple-response
\nTime: 130 minutes
\nCost: 150 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Understanding the AWS core services and the AWS architecture
\nPractical experience in designing, developing, and deploying applications, as well as debugging and maintaining them.
\nWorking knowledge of critical AWS services like AWS databases, notifications, and workflow services.<\/p>\n

AWS Certified SysOps Manager – Associate<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate exam is the only certification geared explicitly towards\u00a0system administrators. This exam requires technical knowledge and a conceptual understanding of the AWS platform. Experience as a Linux administrator or Windows administrator is an advantage.
\nFormat: Multiple-choice and multiple-response. Exam lab. Exam labs include a scenario consisting of a series of tasks that you need to complete in the AWS Management Console (or AWS CLI).
\nTime: 180 minutes
\nCost: 150 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Application deployment to AWS platform in distributed architectures
\nData exchange between multi-VPC architectures and data centers
\nThe right AWS service for your organization
\nProvisioning, managing, securing, and monitoring systems in an AWS environment.
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Professional-level Certificates<\/strong><\/h2>\n

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A professional AWS architect can assess an organization’s needs and make\u00a0architectural suggestions<\/strong>\u00a0for implementing or deploying AWS applications. A high level of technical skills and experience in designing AWS-based apps is required to obtain the Certified Solutions Architect Professional certification. This exam will be revised in November 2022 to incorporate more AWS services.
\nRecommendations
\nFormat: Multiple-choice, multiple-answer
\nTime: 180 minutes
\nCost: 300 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Here are some best practices to architect scalable applications on AWS
\nThe right AWS service is the one that meets the application’s requirements. It will ensure its availability, fault tolerance, and reliability.
\nMigration of complex applications systems to AWS via a multi-tier architecture<\/p>\n

AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The\u00a0DevOps Engineer<\/u><\/a>\u00a0certification focuses on provisioning, operating, and managing AWS applications. This exam is heavily focused on\u00a0continuous Delivery<\/strong>\u00a0(CD) and\u00a0Automation of Processes<\/strong>, two critical concepts in the DevOps movement.
\nRecommendations: It is highly recommended that you have experience managing AWS-based apps and a solid understanding of modern application development, such as agile development.
\nFormat: Multiple-choice and multiple answers
\nTime: 180 minutes
\nCost: 300 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Modern CD methodology basics
\nHow to implement and manage CD-based systems
\nAWS allows you to set up and monitor security controls and log systems.
\nHow to make AWS highly available and scalable self-healing systems
\nHow to design and manage automation tools for production operations<\/p>\n

Specialty Certificates<\/strong><\/h2>\n

AWS-Certified Data Analytics – Specialty<\/strong><\/h3>\n

AWS Certified Data Analytics \u2013 Specialty Certification is for individuals with experience in big data design and architecture. This certification is intended to verify a candidate’s ability to extract value from data using AWS services.
\nFormat: Multiple-choice and multiple answers
\nTime: 180 minutes
\nCost: 300 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Architecting best practices for implementing core AWS extensive data services
\nData design, maintenance, and visualization
\nAWS tools to automate data analysis
\nData analytics best practices: Security tips
\nAWS services include\u00a0Kinesis<\/u><\/a>\u00a0Athena<\/u><\/a>\u00a0Quicksight<\/u><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Recognition<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

AWS-Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty certification was last updated in July 2022. It is intended to validate candidates’ skills and experience in complex networking tasks on AWS or hybrid IT networking architecture at a large scale. Candidates must have experience in designing and implementing network solutions and\u00a0advanced knowledge about networking<\/strong>\u00a0on AWS.
\nFormat: Multiple-choice and multiple answers
\nTime: 170 minutes
\nCost: 300 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

AWS Cloud Solutions: Designing, developing, and deploying cloud solutions
\nCore services should be implemented according to architectural best practices
\nAutomation for AWS tasks for network deployments
\nDesign and implementation of security and compliance
\nTroubleshooting and optimization of network networks<\/p>\n

AWS Security Certificate – Specialty<\/strong><\/h3>\n

AWS Certified Security-Specialty Certification covers topics security professionals and teams need to\u00a0master security basics<\/strong>, use best practices, and gain deep knowledge about essential services that are unique to AWS. This certification validates your AWS knowledge in security topics like data protection and encryption, and infrastructure security. It also provides identity verification and access management. Logging is supported.
\nFormat: Multiple-choice and multiple answers
\nTime: 170 minutes
\nCost: 300 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

You can choose from a range of AWS services depending on the security requirements of your data and your deployments.
\nChoose the best data protection methods, including encryption.
\nTo detect and analyze security weaknesses and vulnerabilities within your infrastructure, you can use logging and monitoring tools.
\nAWS services include AWS Identity Management and Access Management, AWS CloudTrail, AWS Config, Amazon Inspector, AWS Trusted Advisor, Amazon GuardDuty, Amazon CloudWatch, and Amazon Key Management Service.<\/p>\n

AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty<\/strong><\/h3>\n

AWS Certified Machine Learning-Specialty certifies your ability to develop, implement, maintain, and monitor machine learning solutions for a variety of business problems. This exam is open to all who work in data science or development. Candidates must have at least one to two years of experience with ML\/deep learning on AWS Cloud.
\nFormat: Multiple-choice and multiple answers
\nTime: 180 minutes
\nCost: 300 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Choosing the right ML approach to solve a business problem
\nFind the appropriate AWS solutions for creating and deploying your ML solution
\nImplementing cost-optimized, scalable, and reliable ML solutions.<\/p>\n

AWS Certified Database- Specialty<\/strong><\/h3>\n

AWS Certified Database-Specialty certifies that you are knowledgeable about all AWS services and how they can be used to enhance your business. This exam is intended for those who work closely with databases or implement DB solutions. Candidates must have at least two years of experience with AWS Cloud-based or on-premises relational or NoSQL databases.
\nFormat: Multiple-choice and multiple answers
\nTime: 180 minutes
\nCost: 300 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Design Database
\nDeployment & Migration
\nManagement and Operations
\nMonitoring and troubleshooting
\nSecurity<\/p>\n

SAP Certified AWS on AWS \u2013 Specialty<\/strong><\/h3>\n

AWS Certified SAP On AWS \u2013 Specialty is the most recent AWS specialty certification. It was launched in April 2022. This exam is for those who want to demonstrate essential knowledge about SAP solutions and AWS Cloud workloads.
\nFormat: Multiple-choice and multiple answers
\nTime: 180 minutes
\nCost:300 USD<\/p>\n

Areas covered:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

In accordance with the AWS Well-Architected Framework and SAP certification, design an SAP solution that runs on the AWS Cloud.
\nAWS: Implementing new SAP workloads
\nMigration of SAP workloads to AWS
\nSAP workloads can be run on AWS<\/p>\n

To learn more information about the AWS certification and the exam, contact SPOTO<\/a><\/em><\/strong> to get more study guidance.
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