Certifications
AWS certification paths and exams — Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02), Solutions Architect (SAA-C03, SAP-C02), Developer (DVA-C02), SysOps (SOA-C02), and Specialty certifications.
AWS Certification Renewal: How It Works & Why It Matters
AWS Certification Renewal maintains your active status. Learn how the 3-year validity works and why continued expertise is crucial for cloud professionals.
Cloud Practitioner vs Solutions Architect Associate: When to Use It
Compare Cloud Practitioner vs Solutions Architect Associate certifications. Understand their differences, exam relevance, and choose the right path for your AWS career.
SAA vs DVA: Which AWS Cert First?: How It Works & When to Use It
SAA vs DVA: Which AWS Cert First? Understand the AWS Certified Solutions Architect (SAA) and Developer (DVA) Associate exams. Learn which certification is right for your career path.
AWS Certified Data Analytics Specialty (DAS-C01): Retired
Learn about the retired AWS Certified Data Analytics Specialty (DAS-C01). Discover its successor, the Data Engineer - Associate (DEA-C01).
AWS Certified Database Specialty (DBS-C01): What It Was & When to Use It
The AWS Certified Database - Specialty (DBS-C01) validated expertise in AWS databases. Learn about its historical relevance and exam topics.
AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialty (MLS-C01): What It Is
The AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty (MLS-C01) is a high-level certification. Learn about its relevance and when to use it before retirement.
AWS Certified Security Specialty (SCS-C02): How It Works
The AWS Certified Security - Specialty (SCS-C02) validates expertise in AWS cloud security solutions. Learn its definition, how it works, and when to use it.
AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty (ANS-C01): What It Is
AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty (ANS-C01) validates complex AWS networking skills. Learn about its relevance and exam retirement.
AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Professional (DOP-C02): What It Is
The AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional (DOP-C02) validates advanced expertise in managing distributed systems on AWS. Learn its use cases.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional (SAP-C02): What It Is
The AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional (SAP-C02) validates advanced skills in designing complex AWS applications. Learn its use cases.
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator Associate (SOA-C02): How It Works
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator Associate (SOA-C02) validates skills in deploying, managing, and troubleshooting AWS systems. Learn its exam relevance and use cases.
AWS Certified Developer Associate (DVA-C02): How It Works
The AWS Certified Developer Associate (DVA-C02) validates skills in developing, deploying, and debugging cloud-native apps on AWS. Learn exam details.
AWS Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03): Full Guide
The AWS Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03) is a 130-minute, 65-question exam costing $150. Cover the 4 domains, key topics, passing score, and study plan.
AWS Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02): Exam Guide & Domains
The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) is a 90-minute, 65-question foundational exam costing $100. Learn the 4 domains, passing score, and study strategy.
AWS Certifications Overview: All 4 Levels & 11 Exams
AWS offers 11 active certifications across 4 levels: Foundational, Associate, Professional, and Specialty. Learn every exam code, cost, recertification, and path.