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Tips and Information - AWS Certified Developer - Associate

Tips and Information - AWS Certified Developer - Associate

Hello! This document is designed to assist those interested in obtaining the AWS Developer - Associate certification.

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Gabriel Oliveira
Published Sep 14, 2024
Last Modified Sep 15, 2024

AWS Developer - Associate

Hello! This document is designed to assist those interested in obtaining the AWS Developer - Associate certification. Below, you'll find information that helped me pass the exam.
Certifications to Consider: I recommend starting with the AWS Cloud Practitioner and Architect - Associate certifications. These certifications will help build a solid foundation and complement your preparation for the Developer certification.
Key Services: Here’s a brief overview of services and resources that may appear on the exam. For detailed information, consult the official documentation or research specific questions.
  • Content Delivery Network:
    • Amazon CloudFront: A global network that delivers content (videos, images, etc.) quickly to users, reducing latency. Example: A streaming company uses CloudFront to deliver videos worldwide.
  • Key Management:
    • AWS Key Management Service (KMS): Manages cryptographic keys for data encryption. Example: A web app uses KMS to encrypt sensitive data before storing it in a database.
    • AWS Secrets Manager: Stores and manages sensitive information like passwords and API keys. Example: An app uses Secrets Manager to securely store and access database passwords.
  • Web Application Protection:
    • AWS WAF: A firewall protecting web applications from common attacks. Example: An e-commerce site uses WAF to protect against SQL injection and cross-site scripting.
  • Computing:
    • AWS Elastic Beanstalk: Simplifies the deployment and management of web applications. Example: A developer uses Elastic Beanstalk to deploy a web app without managing the infrastructure.
    • AWS Lambda: Executes code in response to events without managing servers. Example: A Lambda function processes images uploaded to an S3 bucket.
  • Databases:
    • Amazon RDS: Managed relational database service. Example: A web app uses RDS to manage a MySQL database.
    • Amazon DynamoDB: Fast, managed NoSQL database. Example: A gaming app uses DynamoDB for quick access to user data.
  • Application Integration:
    • AWS AppSync: A GraphQL service for real-time data synchronization. Example: A mobile app uses AppSync to sync data between the app and the cloud.
    • Amazon SNS: Pub/sub messaging service. Example: An emergency alert system uses SNS to send SMS and email notifications.
  • Containers:
    • AWS Copilot: A tool for creating and managing containerized applications. Example: A developer uses Copilot to deploy a containerized app on ECS.
    • Amazon EKS: Managed Kubernetes service. Example: A company uses EKS to manage its Kubernetes cluster.
  • Developer Tools:
    • AWS Amplify: Tools for web and mobile app development. Example: A developer uses Amplify to create and host a web app with authentication and data storage.
    • AWS CodePipeline: CI/CD service. Example: An app uses CodePipeline to automate integration and delivery.
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