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4.3.1. Exam Structure, Question Types, and Scoring

First Principle: A clear understanding of the exam's mechanics and cognitive objectives guides efficient study and tactical test-taking, maximizing your chances of success.

The AWS Certified Developer - Associate (DVA-C02) exam validates a candidate's ability to effectively develop, deploy, and debug cloud-based applications using AWS.

Exam Format:
  • Primarily multiple-choice and multiple-response questions.
  • 65 questions in total.
  • 130 minutes to complete the exam.
  • Scaled score from 100-1,000, with a passing score of 700.
  • No penalty for incorrect answers.

Question Breakdown (as typically assessed): Questions often present real-world developer scenarios. They assess your ability to:

  • Write code for serverless applications (Lambda, API Gateway).

  • Interact with AWS services using APIs and SDKs.

  • Implement CI/CD pipelines for applications.

  • Debug and troubleshoot applications using CloudWatch and X-Ray.

  • Apply security best practices in application development (IAM, Cognito).

  • Total Questions: 65.

  • Time: 130 minutes.

  • Format: Multiple-choice/response.

  • Passing Score: 700/1000.

  • No Penalty for Wrong Answers.

  • Focus: Comprehension and application of developer-centric AWS services in scenarios.

Alvin Varughese
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