Your Guide to the NEW AWS Certified DevOps Professional Exam Version DOP-C02

AWS recently announced a new version of the AWS Certified DevOps Professional exam, which is designed to test candidates’ skills in implementing and managing continuous delivery and automation processes on the AWS platform. This new version, known as the DOP-C02, will replace the previous DOP-C01 version of the exam. 

In this article, we’ll break down the changes and discuss what is covered in the new exam, and provide tips on how to best prepare for success.

Quick Facts

What’s happening?

The DOP-C01 exam is being replaced by the DOP-C02 exam.

When is this taking place?

The last day to take the current exam is March 6th, 2023 and the first day to take the new exam is March 7th, 2023.

What’s the difference?

The new exam features some new AWS services and features.

Exam Changes

The new AWS Certified DevOps Professional exam is designed to test candidates’ abilities in areas such as continuous delivery and automation, infrastructure as code, monitoring and logging, and security. The exam has been updated to reflect changes in the AWS platform, such as the introduction of new services and features.

The table below details the differences between the DOP-C01 and DOP-C02 exams domains and weightings. Each domain represents a different area of expertise and requires a different set of skills and knowledge.

The new exam will focus more on technical skills, such as coding and scripting, that are necessary to build and manage continuous delivery pipelines. The new exam will also have a stronger emphasis on security and compliance.

One major difference between the two exams is the focus on the latest AWS services and features. In fact, more than 30 new services and features are included in the new DOP-C02 exam, so you better make sure you study these new services before booking your exam.

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Exam Structure

The AWS Certified DevOps Professional exam is a multiple-choice, multiple-response test that consists of 75 questions. Candidates will have 180 minutes to complete the exam, and the passing score is 750 out of 1000.

Preparation Tips

To prepare for the AWS Certified DevOps Professional exam, candidates should have a strong understanding of the AWS platform and its services, as well as experience with automation and continuous delivery processes. Candidates should also be familiar with infrastructure as code tools and concepts using AWS CloudFormation.

In addition to practical experience, you can gain an excellent advantage by using our practice test course for the DevOps Professional DOP-C02. These questions have been written for this exam and represent the questions you’ll see on the actual AWS test.

Frequently asked questions

Conclusion 

The AWS Certified DevOps Professional exam is an important certification for DevOps professionals looking to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in the field. The new DOP-C01 version of the exam reflects the latest changes in the AWS platform and focuses more on technical skills, such as coding and scripting. 

To prepare for the exam, candidates should have a strong understanding of the AWS platform and its services, as well as experience with automation and continuous delivery processes. By following the tips provided in this article, candidates will improve their chances of passing the exam and becoming certified as an AWS DevOps Professional.

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