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C1000-083 Exam Topics and Domains
C1000-083 is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with IBM Cloud Pak for Integration, IBM Watson Studio, Bare Metal Servers, Cloud Foundry Applications, and more.
IBM Cloud Overview
Cloud Deployment Models
Understand the types of Cloud deployment options
Cloud Service Models
Explain the difference between SaaS, PaaS and IaaS
IBM Cloud Account Management
- Understand the different IBM Cloud Account Types
- Understand how to use the cost estimator tool
IBM Multicloud Strategy
Understand the benefits of the IBM Multicloud strategy
IBM Cloud Support
Understand IBM Cloud Support Plans
High Availability and Compliance
- Explain the benefits of Availability Zones
- Understand the international compliance standards that are used by IBM Cloud
Identity and Access Management
Explain the features and benefits of Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Compute Options
Classic Infrastructure
Understand the benefits and options of Classic Infrastructure
IBM Kubernetes Service
Understand the benefits and options for IBM Kubernetes Service
IBM Red Hat OpenShift
Understand the benefits and options for IBM Red Hat OpenShift
IBM Virtual Private Cloud
Understand the benefits and options for IBM Virtual Private Cloud (Gen 1 & Gen 2)
IBM VMware Solutions
Understand the benefits and options for IBM VMware Solutions
IBM Cloud Foundry
Understand the benefits and options for IBM Cloud Foundry
Storage and Networking
IBM Cloud Storage
- Understand the benefits and options of IBM File Storage
- Understand Block Storage options
- Understand Object Storage capabilities
Backup, Recovery, and Replication
Understand backup, recovery, and replication solutions
Cloud Networking
Understand Cloud Networking options and services
Services
Application Integration
Understand Application Integration services
Internet of Things (IoT)
Explain how Internet of Things (IoT) can be leveraged within IBM Cloud
Blockchain
Understand Blockchain services and capabilities
DevOps
Explain how DevOps is implemented in IBM Cloud and OpenShift
Artificial Intelligence
Understand the benefits and capabilities of adding AI into applications
Analytics and Databases
Understand analytics options and database services
Security Services
- Understand IBM Hyper Protect Crypto services
- Understand IBM Hyper Protect DBaaS
Software (IBM Cloud Paks)
IBM Cloud Paks
- Understand the benefits and capabilities of IBM Cloud Pak Solutions
- Understand IBM Cloud Paks optimization on Red Hat OpenShift
Cloud Native Design
IBM Cloud Garage Method
- Understand IBM Cloud Garage Method
- Understand benefits of cloud-native design
How do I earn this certification?
Passing C1000-083 earns the IBM Certified Solution Advisor - IBM Cloud Foundations V2 certification. It sits in the IBM Cloud track.
- C1000-172 - IBM Cloud Professional Architect v6Professional-level cloud architecture certification
- IBM Certified Technical Advocate - Cloud v5 Technical advocacy certification that can be stacked with Advocate certification
- IBM Certified Advanced Architect - Cloud v2 Advanced-level cloud architecture for experienced professionals
- IBM Certified Solution Architect - Cloud Solution Architecture V3 Alternative architecture path for solution design
- IBM Cloud Security Engineer v1 Specialty Specialization in cloud security for professionals with foundation knowledge
- IBM Certified Professional Developer - Cloud v6 Development-focused certification for cloud application developers
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What's changed on this exam?
- RETIRED
- Last content update: 2020-04-24
- Announcement date: 2020-04-24
- IBM Watson Services Current AI and Watson services remain core exam topics for IBM Cloud certifications • Release date: Ongoing
- IBM Cloud Satellite Current Satellite enables hybrid cloud deployments - relevant for multicloud strategy topics • Release date: 2020
- IBM Cloud Code Engine Current Serverless container platform - may appear in updated certification exams • Release date: 2021
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Cloud consultants and Solution advisors.
- Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts
- Familiarity with SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS models
- General IT infrastructure knowledge