AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate is focused on the design of cost and performance optimized solutions. This is an ideal starting point for candidates with AWS Cloud or strong on-premises IT experience. This exam does not require deep hands-on coding experience, although familiarity with basic programming concepts would be an advantage.
The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification validates a foundational understanding of AWS cloud services, terminology, and concepts. It's a great starting point for individuals with little or no prior IT or cloud experience and is often a stepping stone to more advanced AWS certifications like the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate.
AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate validates skills and knowledge in monitoring and maintaining AWS workloads, implementing security controls and networking concepts, performing business continuity procedures, and implementing cost and performance optimizations.