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This AWS Certified Developer - Associate (DVA-C01) examination is intended for individuals who perform adeveloper role.It validates an examinee's ability to: Demonstrate an understanding of core AWS services, uses, and basic AWS architecture best practices. Demonstrate proficiency in developing, deploying, and debugging cloud-based applications using AWS.Recommended AWS Knowledge 1 or more years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining an AWS based application In-depth knowledge of at least one high-level programming language Understanding of core AWS services, uses, and basic AWS architecture best practices Proficiency in developing, deploying, and debugging cloud-based applications using AWS Ability to use the AWS service APIs, AWS CLI, and SDKs to write applications Ability to identify key features of AWS services Understanding of the AWS shared responsibility model Understanding of application lifecycle management Ability to use a CI/CD pipeline to deploy applications on AWS Ability to use or interact with AWS services Ability to apply a basic understanding of cloud-native applications to write code Ability to write code using AWS security best practices (e.g., not using secret and access keys in the code, instead using IAM roles) Ability to author, maintain, and debug code modules on AWS Proficiency writing code for serverless applications Understanding of the use of containers in the development processExam ContentResponse TypesThere are two types of questions on the examination: Multiple choice: Has one correct response and three incorrect responses (distractors). Multiple response: Has two or more correct responses out of five or more options.Select one or more responses that best complete the statement or answer the question. Distractors, or incorrectanswers, are response options that an examinee with incomplete knowledge or skill would likely choose. However, they are generally plausible responses that fit in the content area defined by the test objective.Unanswered questions are scored as incorrect; there is no penalty for guessing. Unscored ContentYour examination may include non-scored questions that are placed on the test to gather statistical information.These questions are not identified on the form, and do not affect your score.Content OutlineThis exam guide includes weightings, test domains, and objectives only. It is not a comprehensive listing of thecontent on this examination. The table below lists the main content domains and their weightings.Domain % of ExaminationDomain 1: Deployment 22%, Domain 2: Security 26%, Domain 3: Development with AWS Services 30%, Domain 4: Refactoring 10%, Domain 5: Monitoring and Troubleshooti
