Validates proficiency in developing, testing, deploying, and debugging AWS Cloud-based applications.
Note: This syllabus summary was last updated in November 2025. For the most current and detailed syllabus information, please visit the official certification provider's website.
Exam Summary
TIME
130
Minutes
TOTAL
65
Questions
PRICE
$150
USD
VALID
3
Years
PASS
720
/1000
Prerequisites (Optional)
Recommended experience before taking this exam
Recommended: 1+ years developing AWS-based applications
Exam Domains & Topics
Domain 1
32%
Development with AWS Services
Develop code for applications hosted on AWS
Develop code for AWS Lambda
Use data stores in application development
Domain 2
26%
Security
Implement authentication and/or authorization for applications and AWS services
Implement encryption by using AWS services
Manage sensitive data in application code
Domain 3
24%
Deployment
Prepare application artifacts to be deployed to AWS
Test applications in development environments
Automate deployment testing
Deploy code by using AWS CI/CD services
Domain 4
18%
Troubleshooting and Optimization
Assist in root cause analysis
Instrument code for observability
Optimize applications by using AWS services and features
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