AWS Cloud Architect

FAQs

• What is AWS Cloud?

  Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a scalable, dynamic and comprehensive cloud computing platform provided by Amazon. It offers a mix of 3 cloud services: Infrastructure as a service (IaaS), Platform as a service (PaaS), and Software as a service (SaaS).
   

• Who is an AWS cloud solution architect?

  An AWS cloud solutions architect is the one who analyzes and evaluates the requirements of an organization and make architectural recommendations for implementing and deploying applications on AWS.

• How do I become an AWS solutions architect?

  This program will give you a detailed insight into AWS methodologies and services, which is enough to prepare you to excel in your next role as an AWS Cloud Architect. You will earn an industry-recognized certificate from Simplilearn that will attest to your new skills and on-the-job expertise. The program will train you on AWS architecture, design principles, deployment and provisioning, AWS operational practices, AWS storage and networking options, AWS management console, and many more.

• How do I prepare for the AWS Solutions Architect Certification Exam?

  The recommended steps are as follows:
  Step 1: Complete the AWS training to enhance your technical skills with AWS. 
  Step 2: Review the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Exam Guide and sample questions to assess your knowledge.
  Step 3: Review AWS whitepapers written by our AWS team, AWS partners, and AWS analysts to broaden your knowledge and understanding.
  Step 4: Take a practice test on our online platform.
  Step 5: Schedule and pass your AWS Certification Exam at an exam center of your choice to become certified.
   

• What is the passing score for AWS certification?

  To pass the AWS Solutions Architect, you must answer 65 multiple-choice questions in 130 minutes. Passing scores for the AWS certification are set by different variables and are subject to change from time to time, which is why AWS does not declare passing marks in advance.

• Do AWS certifications expire?

  You will be required to apply for recertification every two years to maintain the validity of all of your AWS certifications. They will send you an email six months before your certification validity is about to end.

• How many times can you take the AWS certification exam?

  There are no limits on the number of times you can take the exam. If you fail the AWS Solutions Architect Certification Exam, you must wait 14 days to retake the exam. Only one attempt is applicable for Beta exam takers.

• Are AWS certifications worth it?

  Yes, the annual average salary of an AWS Cloud Architect is $149,021 and there are more than 12 million jobs worldwide for Cloud Architect professionals.