Amazon DVA-C02 Exam: Key Benefits & Study Tips Revealed

The Amazon DVA-C02 exam, also known as the AWS Certified Developer – Associate exam, is designed to validate your proficiency in developing and maintaining applications on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform. 

Here are some key details about the exam:

Exam Overview

• Format: Multiple-choice and multiple-answer questions
• Duration: 130 minutes
• Cost: $150 (subject to change)
• Languages: English, Japanese, Korean, and Simplified Chinese
• Prerequisites: While there are no formal prerequisites, AWS recommends having at least one year of hands-on experience developing applications on AWS.

Exam Objectives

The exam focuses on several key areas:

• Deployment: Understanding how to deploy applications on AWS.
• Security: Implementing security measures for applications and data.
• Development with AWS Services: Utilizing various AWS services for application development.
• Refactoring: Modifying existing applications to leverage AWS capabilities.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Using tools to monitor and troubleshoot AWS applications.

Study Tips

• AWS Documentation: Familiarize yourself with AWS services and best practices by reviewing the official AWS documentation.
• Practice Tests: Take practice exams to gauge your knowledge and identify areas for improvement.
• AWS Training Courses: Consider taking AWS's official training courses that align with the exam topics.
• Hands-On Practice: Gain practical experience by working on real projects or using the AWS Free Tier to experiment with different services.

Additional Resources

• AWS Certified Developer – Associate Exam Guide: Provides a detailed overview of the exam structure and content.
• AWS Whitepapers: Review relevant whitepapers, particularly those related to architecture and best practices.