Description

Amazon Web Services (AWS) certifications validate cloud expertise and are recognized globally as a standard for cloud computing skills. AWS offers a range of certifications catering to various roles and expertise levels, from foundational knowledge to specialized skills in cloud architecture, development, operations, and security.

Below is an overview of all AWS certification exams, categorized by level and role.

1. Foundational Level

• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02)
  • Overview: This entry-level certification is designed for individuals with basic cloud knowledge. It covers foundational AWS cloud concepts, services, security, architecture, pricing, and support.
  • Ideal for: Professionals new to the cloud, business professionals, and non-technical roles who need a basic understanding of AWS.

2. Associate Level

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03)
  • Overview: This certification focuses on designing and deploying scalable, high-availability systems on AWS. It covers AWS services, architecture best practices, and how to build secure and robust applications.
  • Ideal for: Solutions architects, developers, and anyone involved in designing cloud infrastructure.
• AWS Certified Developer – Associate (DVA-C02)
  • Overview: Targeted at developers, this exam validates the ability to develop and maintain AWS-based applications. It includes topics like cloud-native application development, security, and debugging in the AWS environment.
  • Ideal for: Developers and programmers building and maintaining applications on AWS.
• AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate (SOA-C02)
  • Overview: This certification is focused on deployment, management, and operations on AWS. It covers automation, networking, security, and troubleshooting within the AWS environment.
  • Ideal for: System administrators, operations managers, and those managing AWS environments.

3. Professional Level

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional (SAP-C02)
  • Overview: This advanced certification is for experienced solutions architects. It covers complex AWS architecture design, multi-tier applications, hybrid architecture, and cost optimization strategies.
  • Ideal for: Senior solutions architects and professionals involved in designing and deploying complex solutions on AWS.
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional (DOP-C02)
  • Overview: Aimed at DevOps professionals, this certification validates skills in continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD), automation of processes, security controls, and monitoring on AWS.
  • Ideal for: DevOps engineers, system administrators, and developers responsible for managing and optimizing AWS infrastructure.

4. Specialty Level

• AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty (ANS-C01)
  • Overview: This certification covers advanced networking concepts, hybrid IT networking architecture, network design, and automation within the AWS ecosystem.
  • Ideal for: Network architects, engineers, and professionals involved in complex networking tasks on AWS.
• AWS Certified Big Data – Specialty (BDS-C01)
  • Overview: Focused on data analytics and big data processing, this certification covers the use of AWS services for data collection, storage, processing, analysis, and visualization.
  • Ideal for: Data scientists, data analysts, and professionals working with large-scale data on AWS.
• AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty (MLS-C01)
  • Overview: This certification validates expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining machine learning (ML) solutions using AWS services. It covers ML algorithms, data pipelines, and model deployment.
  • Ideal for: Machine learning engineers, data scientists, and developers working with AI/ML on AWS.
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C01)
  • Overview: This certification focuses on securing AWS environments, covering topics like data protection, encryption, identity management, monitoring, and security best practices.
  • Ideal for: Security specialists, compliance officers, and anyone responsible for securing AWS workloads.
• AWS Certified Database – Specialty (DBS-C01)
  • Overview: This certification covers the design, deployment, and management of AWS database solutions. It includes topics like database architecture, migration, performance optimization, and security.
  • Ideal for: Database administrators, architects, and developers working with databases on AWS.
• AWS Certified SAP on AWS – Specialty (PAS-C01)
  • Overview: This certification validates expertise in deploying, operating, and managing SAP workloads on AWS. It covers SAP solutions, migration strategies, and architectural considerations specific to AWS.
  • Ideal for: SAP consultants, architects, and administrators responsible for SAP environments on AWS.