Introduction:
The AWS Cloud Practitioner Exam is an entry-level certification that tests your knowledge of cloud computing and AWS services. I took the exam to boost my career in Information Technology and to gain a better understanding of cloud computing. With only 3 weeks to prepare, I knew I had to be efficient with my studying and make the most of my time. I wrote my exam on 10th March 2023 and passed. Here are the details about the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner.
Preparing for the Exam:
To prepare for the exam, I used a combination of online courses, practice exams, and AWS documentation. I started by taking the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C01) a free course by
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Certification Course (CLF-C01
One tip I have for others preparing for the exam is to focus on the AWS Well-Architected Framework. This framework provides a set of best practices for designing and operating reliable, secure, efficient, and cost-effective systems in the cloud. It was a major focus of the exam; understanding it well will help you answer many of the questions on the exam.
Additional Resources and White Papers
AWS Well-Architected Framework- https://docs.aws.amazon.com/wellarchitected/latest/framework/welcome.html
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Sample Questions- https://d1.awsstatic.com/training-and-certification/docs-cloud-practitioner/AWS-Certified-Cloud-Practitioner_Sample-Questions.pdf
Exam Prep: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C01)- https://explore.skillbuilder.aws/learn/course/external/view/elearning/9449/exam-prep-aws-certified-cloud-practitioner-foundations
Taking the Exam:
To register for the exam click the following link https://www.aws.training/Certification.
The exam was administered online and consisted of 65 multiple-choice questions and multiple-response questions as indicated in the exam guide. I had 90 minutes to complete the exam. The following topics were covered in the exam as shown below:-
Domain 1: Cloud Concepts 26%
Domain 2: Security and Compliance 25%
Domain 3: Technology 33%
Domain 4: Billing and Pricing
Exam Guide
Exam Results and Next Steps:
After the exam, I was thrilled to find out that I had passed with a score of 815 out of 1000. It was a great feeling to see my hard work pay off. In terms of the next steps, I’m planning to pursue the AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundamentals and AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification next. The AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification is more advanced and will provide a deeper understanding of AWS services and architectures.
Conclusion:
Overall, passing the AWS Cloud Practitioner Exam was a great accomplishment. It required a lot of studying and preparation, but it was worth it. My advice to others preparing for the exam is to focus on the AWS Well-Architected Framework and to manage your time carefully during the exam. With the right preparation and mindset, anyone can pass the AWS Cloud Practitioner Exam.
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All the best as you prepare for this exam.
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