AWS Certified AWS Certified: Developer - Associate

In a nutshell

An associate-level certification that validates your ability to develop, deploy, and debug cloud-based applications using AWS services and tools.

This course is available as part of a Personal Learning Account (PLA). PLA is an initiative from the Welsh Government which offers people the chance to access free, part-time courses with flexible and convenient learning that fits around their existing lifestyle (subject to eligibility).

This course is for...

… anyone aged 19+, living in Wales and in employment. The usual salary limit of £34,303 does not apply to this course.

...Software developers, backend engineers, DevOps professionals, and cloud practitioners building or maintaining AWS-based applications.

Course content

This course is delivered by virtual classroom. Virtual classrooms are equivalent to face-to-face classroom courses, but delivered in an online environment.

Course Duration: 3 Days

Throughout the course you will learn the following:

• Writing code that interacts with AWS services
• Using AWS SDKs, APIs, and the AWS CLI
• Implementing CI/CD pipelines
• Monitoring and troubleshooting applications
• Applying security best practices in development

Entry Requirements

1 year of hands-on experience developing and maintaining AWS-based applications OR Proficiency in at least one high-level programming language

You will need access to internet, a windows computer and webcam/microphone.

Additional information

The PLA programme intends to provide quality career advice and guidance to participants before, during and after their learning.

Prior to being enrolled onto your PLA funded course, an individual learning plan will be discussed with you to ensure that the right learning has been considered.

This will include a general discussion on the following topics:

• formal education or qualifications in related fields
• prior experience within the industry or field
• career aspirations
• dedication of time required