AWS Certified Developer - Associate

DVA-C02

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Exam Details

Duration130 min
Passing Score—
LevelAssociate
TestingPearson VUE
Valid For[object Object]
Release DateFeb 28, 2023
Exam Cost$150

What topics are on the DVA-C02 exam?

1

Development with AWS Services 32%

1.1
Develop code for applications hosted on AWS
6 subtopics
1.1.1Architectural Patterns
1.1.2Application Design Principles
1.1.3Fault-Tolerant Design
1.1.4API Development
1.1.5Messaging and Streaming
1.1.6Testing and Quality Assurance
Learning Objectives
  • Create fault-tolerant and resilient applications in a programmatic way
  • Create, extend, and maintain APIs
  • Write and run unit tests in AWS environments
  • Write code to use messaging services
  • Write code that interacts with AWS services by using APIs, SDKs, and AWS CLI
  • Handle data streaming using AWS services
1.2
Develop code for AWS Lambda
6 subtopics
1.2.1Lambda Function Configuration
1.2.2Event Source Mapping
1.2.3Lambda Lifecycle and Error Handling
1.2.4VPC Integration
1.2.5Performance Optimization
1.2.6Testing Lambda Functions
Learning Objectives
  • Configure Lambda functions by defining environment variables and parameters
  • Handle the event lifecycle and errors by using code
  • Write and run test code for Lambda functions
  • Integrate Lambda functions with AWS services
  • Tune Lambda functions for optimal performance
1.3
Use data stores in application development
6 subtopics
1.3.1DynamoDB Operations
1.3.2Database Consistency Models
1.3.3S3 Storage Patterns
1.3.4Caching Strategies
1.3.5Relational Databases
1.3.6Data Lifecycle Management
Learning Objectives
  • Serialize and deserialize data to provide persistence to a data store
  • Use, manage, and maintain a data store
  • Manage data lifecycles across different storage tiers
  • Use data caching services to improve application performance
Domain Hands-on Skills
Writing code that uses AWS SDK to interact with AWS servicesImplementing fault-tolerant design patterns in codeConfiguring and deploying Lambda functionsWorking with DynamoDB tables, queries, and indexesImplementing caching with ElastiCache or DAXManaging S3 objects and lifecycle policies
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Not implementing idempotency in Lambda functions
  • Using Scan instead of Query for DynamoDB
  • Choosing wrong partition key leading to hot partitions
  • Not reusing connections in Lambda functions
  • Ignoring cold start optimization for Lambda
2

Security 26%

3

Deployment 24%

4

Troubleshooting and Optimization 18%

How do I earn the AWS Certified Developer - Associate certification?

Career Progression

Entry Roles

  • Junior Cloud Developer
  • Application Developer
  • Junior Software Engineer
  • Cloud Support Engineer

Mid Level Roles

  • Cloud Developer
  • Software Development Engineer
  • DevOps Engineer
  • Full-Stack Developer
  • Solutions Developer

Senior Roles

  • Senior Cloud Developer
  • Lead Software Engineer
  • Solutions Architect
  • DevOps Architect
  • Technical Lead

Salary Impact

  • Avg Increase Percentage:15-25%
  • Note:Based on industry reports for AWS-certified developers
  • Regions With Highest Demand:North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Method: Re-take DVA-C02; Description: Pass the current version of the AWS Certified Developer - Associate exam; Cost Usd: 150; Recertifies: DVA-C02Method: Earn Professional certification; Description: Passing AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional (DOP-C02) automatically recertifies this Associate credential; Cost Usd: 300; Recertifies: DVA-C02, SOA-C02Method: Continuing Education (CE) credits; Description: Earn 80 CE credits within the 3-year validity period; Cost Usd: Varies; Requirements: Active certification required to earn CE credits; Recertifies: DVA-C02

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Learn more about this exam

Ultimate AWS Certified Developer AssociateUdemy - Stephane MaarekAWS Certified Developer - Associate (DVA-C02)A Cloud Guru / Pluralsighthttps://www.youtube.com/freecodecamphttps://www.youtube.com/@StephaneMaarekhttps://www.youtube.com/@TechwithLucy

What's changed on this exam?

Status: ACTIVE

Technology Coverage

AWS Lambda

HIGH - Lambda appears across all domains

Amazon API Gateway

HIGH - API Gateway is core to Domain 1 and Domain 2

Amazon DynamoDB

HIGH - DynamoDB heavily tested in Domain 1

AWS CodePipeline

HIGH - CI/CD is 24% of exam (Domain 3)

Amazon Cognito

HIGH - Core security service in Domain 2

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Experience Level: Associate

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$150 USD
Testing CentersPearson VUE
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For[object Object]
Recertification
  • Retake DVA-C02 exam
  • Earn Professional certification
  • Continuing Education

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