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AWS Certified Solutions Architect Study Guide: Associate SAA-C03 Exam
The most comprehensive study guide for the SAA-C03 exam. Covers all exam objectives with hands-on labs and practice questions.
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional Study Guide (SAP-C02)
Advanced guide for the professional-level certification. Deep dives into complex architectural patterns and enterprise scenarios.
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Designing Data-Intensive Applications
The definitive guide to building reliable, scalable, and maintainable systems. Essential reading for any cloud architect.
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The Phoenix Project
A novel about IT, DevOps, and helping your business win. Understand the cultural and organizational aspects of cloud transformation.
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Cloud Native Patterns
Design patterns for building resilient, scalable cloud-native applications. Learn microservices, containers, and serverless patterns.
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Terraform: Up & Running
Write infrastructure as code using Terraform. Essential for any cloud architect working with multi-cloud or AWS deployments.
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AWS Security
Master AWS security services and best practices. Learn to secure your cloud infrastructure from the ground up.
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The DevOps Handbook
How to create world-class agility, reliability, and security in technology organizations. The companion to The Phoenix Project.
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Start Free TrialAWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (SAA-C03)
Complete preparation for the SAA-C03 exam covering fundamental services, core services, storage, databases, and more.
Topics Covered:
- Amazon EC2, S3, and IAM fundamentals
- VPC design and networking
- Database services (RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora)
- High availability and fault tolerance
- Cost optimization strategies
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional (SAP-C02)
Advanced certification prep for experienced architects. Master complex, multi-tier architectures and enterprise-scale solutions.
Topics Covered:
- Multi-account and organization strategies
- Hybrid and multi-region architectures
- Migration and disaster recovery
- Cost control at enterprise scale
- Security and compliance frameworks
AWS Architecture
Master the essentials of designing scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions on AWS with modern cloud architecture expertise.
Topics Covered:
- Well-Architected Framework principles
- Serverless architecture patterns
- Container orchestration with EKS/ECS
- Infrastructure as Code
- Monitoring and observability
Demystifying the AWS Solutions Architect Associate Exam
Quick-start course to understand the exam format, question types, and strategies for passing the SAA-C03 on your first attempt.
What You'll Learn:
- Exam structure and timing
- How to interpret scenario questions
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- Study planning and resources