What topics are on the SPLK-1004 exam?

Exploring Statistical Commands 10%

1.1

Performing statistical analysis with stats function

Key Concepts

stats command
aggregation functions
by clause
statistical analysis

Services & Technologies

Splunk EnterpriseSplunk Cloud

Question Focus

How to use stats for aggregation
Choosing appropriate statistical functions
Grouping and summarizing data

Learning Objectives

Use stats command for aggregation and analysis
Apply statistical functions like avg, sum, count, min, max
Group results using by clause
Use stats for data summarization

1.2

Using fieldsummary

Key Concepts

fieldsummary
field statistics
data profiling

Services & Technologies

Splunk EnterpriseSplunk Cloud

Question Focus

When to use fieldsummary
Interpreting fieldsummary results

Learning Objectives

Understand fieldsummary command usage
Analyze field statistics and properties
Identify field data types and values

1.3

Using appendpipe

Key Concepts

appendpipe
result manipulation
summary rows

Services & Technologies

Splunk EnterpriseSplunk Cloud

Question Focus

appendpipe use cases
Creating totals and summaries

Learning Objectives

Apply appendpipe for result manipulation
Create summary rows with appendpipe
Understand appendpipe vs append

1.4

Using count and list functions

Key Concepts

count
dc (distinct count)
list
values

Services & Technologies

Splunk EnterpriseSplunk Cloud

Question Focus

When to use count vs dc
list vs values differences

Learning Objectives

Apply count and distinct count functions
Use list and values functions
Understand differences between list and values

1.5

Using eventstats

Key Concepts

eventstats
event enrichment
inline statistics

Services & Technologies

Splunk EnterpriseSplunk Cloud

Question Focus

eventstats use cases
Preserving original events with statistics

Learning Objectives

Apply eventstats for event enrichment
Understand eventstats vs stats
Add summary statistics to events

1.6

Using streamstats

Key Concepts

streamstats
running totals
cumulative statistics
streaming commands

Services & Technologies

Splunk EnterpriseSplunk Cloud

Question Focus

streamstats applications
Running calculations over time

Learning Objectives

Apply streamstats for running calculations
Create cumulative statistics
Understand streaming vs transforming commands

Domain Hands-on Skills

Statistical analysisData aggregationResult enrichment

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Confusing stats vs eventstats
Incorrect use of by clause
Not understanding streaming vs transforming

Exploring eval Command Functions 4%

Advanced Lookups 8%

Exploring Alerts 4%

Advanced Field Creation and Management 8%

Working with Self-Describing Data and Files 3%

Advanced Search Macros 3%

Using Acceleration Options: Report & Summary 10%

Using Acceleration Options: Data Models and tsidx Files 4%

Using Search Efficiently 4%

More Search Tuning 3%

Manipulating and Filtering Data 6%

Working with Multivalued Fields 7%

Using Advanced Transactions 5%

Working with Time 2%

Using Subsearches 6%

Creating Dashboards 8%

Using Forms 9%

Improving Performance 6%

Customizing Dashboards 6%

Adding Drilldowns 7%

Adding Advanced Behaviors and Visualizations 4%

How do I earn the Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Splunk Core

Prerequisites

SPLK-1001Splunk Core Certified UserOptional
SPLK-1002Splunk Core Certified Power UserRequired

Next Steps

Current Level

SPLK-1004Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power UserAdvanced User

Alternative Paths

SPLK-1003Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin
SPLK-3001Splunk Enterprise Security Certified Admin
SPLK-3002Splunk IT Service Intelligence Certified Admin
SPLK-3003Splunk Core Certified Consultant
SPLK-4001Splunk O11y Cloud Certified Metrics User
SPLK-5001Splunk Cloud Certified Admin

Certification Maintenance

How do I study for the SPLK-1004 Exam?

Practice the Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User with our Exam Simulator

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Study Tips

Focus heavily on the exam blueprint - it's your roadmap to success
Practice with real Splunk environments, not just theory
Master the eval command and its functions thoroughly
Understand the differences between stats, eventstats, and streamstats
Practice creating and optimizing dashboards
Learn when to use different acceleration methods
Understand regex patterns for field extraction
Practice troubleshooting searches using Job Inspector
Master token usage in forms and dashboards
Understand the performance implications of different commands

What's changed on this exam?

Technology Coverage

Search Processing Language (SPL)Latest

Core exam topic - continuous evolution

Released: Ongoing updates

Dashboard StudioLatest

Increasingly important for dashboard topics

Released: 2024

Data ModelsEnhanced in 2024

Critical for acceleration topics

Released: 2024

Industry Trends

Increased focus on performance optimization and acceleration techniques
Growing importance of advanced visualization and dashboard interactivity
Integration of machine learning capabilities into core Splunk workflows
Emphasis on cloud-native Splunk deployments
Rising demand for Splunk professionals with advanced SPL skills

Who should take this exam?

Required Prerequisites

Exam Code: SPLK-1002; Exam Name: Splunk Core Certified Power User; Description: Must be earned before attempting SPLK-1004

Recommended Experience

6+ months of hands-on Splunk experience
Strong understanding of SPL (Search Processing Language)
Experience with dashboard creation and customization
Knowledge of Splunk architecture and components
Completion of Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User Learning Path

Experience Level: Intermediate

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

Exam Cost	$130 USD
Testing Centers	Pearson VUE
Online Proctoring	Available

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For	Does not expire
Recertification	Not required - certification does not expire Consider pursuing higher-level certifications like Splunk Core Certified Consultant

What jobs can I get with this?

Career Benefits

Demonstrates advanced Splunk expertise
Validates ability to generate efficient searches
Shows proficiency in building optimized dashboards
Stepping stone to Splunk Core Certified Consultant
Enhances credibility as a Splunk professional
Increases earning potential

Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User

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Exam Details

What topics are on the SPLK-1004 exam?

Exploring Statistical Commands 10%

Performing statistical analysis with stats function

Using fieldsummary

Using appendpipe

Using count and list functions

Using eventstats

Using streamstats

Domain Hands-on Skills

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Exploring eval Command Functions 4%

Advanced Lookups 8%

Exploring Alerts 4%

Advanced Field Creation and Management 8%

Working with Self-Describing Data and Files 3%

Advanced Search Macros 3%

Using Acceleration Options: Report & Summary 10%

Using Acceleration Options: Data Models and tsidx Files 4%

Using Search Efficiently 4%

More Search Tuning 3%

Manipulating and Filtering Data 6%

Working with Multivalued Fields 7%

Using Advanced Transactions 5%

Working with Time 2%

Using Subsearches 6%

Creating Dashboards 8%

Using Forms 9%

Improving Performance 6%

Customizing Dashboards 6%

Adding Drilldowns 7%

Adding Advanced Behaviors and Visualizations 4%

How do I earn the Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Prerequisites

Next Steps

Current Level

Alternative Paths

Certification Maintenance

How do I study for the SPLK-1004 Exam?

Practice the Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User with our Exam Simulator

Official Training

Video Resources

Learn more about this exam

Study Tips

What's changed on this exam?

Technology Coverage

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Required Prerequisites

Recommended Experience

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

How long is the certification valid?

What jobs can I get with this?

Career Benefits

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