In this blog post, I'll be sharing my personal journey on how I prepared for the AWS Solution Architect - Associate exam. I'll discuss the resources and tools that I used, as well as the strategies that helped me to pass the exam on my first attempt.
Firstly, I started with the official AWS training materials, which provided a solid foundation of knowledge on the AWS services and concepts covered in the exam. I also used online courses (Udemy: trainer: Stephane Maarek), workshops (Company provided Training), and whitepapers (AWS website), which were incredibly helpful in building my understanding of the various AWS services and how they work together.
Next, I gained hands-on experience with AWS by creating a free-tier account and practicing with the services covered on the exam. I created EC2 instances, configured VPCs, and practiced connecting different AWS services, which helped me to gain practical experience and better understand the services in a real-world scenario.
To further solidify my knowledge, I used practice exams that simulated the actual AWS Solution Architect - Associate exam. These practice exams helped me to identify areas where I needed to improve and get familiar with the types of questions that I could expect to see on the exam.
I had gone through various AWS re:Invent Youtube videos on various AWS services. (Good to view, but not an essential to clear the exam)
Lastly, I had gone through AWS FAQs for each topic, where I got more clarification on different AWS services. This helped me to gain new insights and perspectives on different AWS topics and concepts, as well as build my confidence.
In conclusion, preparing for the AWS Solution Architect - Associate exam requires a combination of theory, practice, and collaboration. By following these strategies and using the resources and tools available, I was able to pass the exam and achieve my certification.
