Ultimate AWS Certified Developer Associate 2024 NEW DVA-C02 from Udemy

Welcome. I'm here to help you prepare and PASS the newest AWS Certified Developer Associate exam.

[DVA-C02 - February 2023 Update]: Over 60 videos have been refreshed/added to keep up with DVA-C02 exam changes

[April 2022 Update]: Over 30 videos have been refreshed/added to keep up with the AWS UI changes and exam changes

[April 2021 Update]: Over 100 videos have been refreshed/added to keep up with the AWS UI changes and exam changes

[Dec 2020 Update]: The S3 section has been entirely re-recorded to accommodate for the AWS UI changes

[May 2020 Update]: Over 200 lectures have been added or refreshed, bringing the course to 29 hours of content, and fully up to date.

[July 2019 Update]: Over 30 lectures added and refreshed (~2h of video). The course is now up to date on the newest exam topics.

[Feb 2019 Update]: Keeping the course updated. Added full section on ECS (1h15m)

The AWS Certified Developer Associate certification is one of the most challenging exams. It's great at assessing how well you understand not just AWS, but the new cloud paradigms such as Serverless, which makes this certification incredibly valuable to have and pass. Rest assured, I've passed it myself with a score of 984 out of 1000. Yes, you read that right, I only made one mistake. Next, I want to help YOU pass the AWS Certified Developer Associate certification with flying colors. No need to know anything about AWS, beginners welcome.

This is going to be a long journey, but passing the AWS Certified Developer exam will be worth it.

This course is different from the other ones you'll find on Udemy. Dare I say, better (but you'll judge. )

It covers in-depth all the new topics on the AWS Certified Developer Associate DVA-C02 exam
It's packed with practical knowledge on how to use AWS inside and out as a developer
It teaches you how to prepare for the AWS exam AND how to prepare for the real world
It's a logical progression of topics, not a laundry list of random services
It's fast-paced and to the point
It has professional subtitles
All 400+ slides available as downloadable PDF

Concretely, here's what we'll learn to pass the AWS Certified Developer Associate exam:

The AWS Fundamentals: .. the real world. )

Take a look at these student reviews:

5 stars: "I just passed my AWS Certified Developer Associate exam with 96% and this course was extremely helpful in closing the gaps in my own understanding/experience. It was very easy to follow and informative." - Derek C.

5 stars: "This was a perfect match for what I was seeking. It has been about 8 years since I used the AWS cloud frequently (other clouds and hybrids). Seeing a lot of the updates to services with some hands-on has been very helpful." – James C.

5 stars: "Course is presented such way in detailed level with great diagram explanation. It's helped me to clear my AWS Certified Developer Associate exam successfully with a 92% pass rate" - Edward K.

5 stars: "This course was very interesting and full of great information and hands-on examples. Stephane did a very good job of assembling it all together and delivers it with so much knowledge and passion." - Abdennour T.

Instructor

My name is Stéphane Maarek, I am passionate about Cloud Computing, and I will be your instructor in this course. I teach about AWS certifications, focusing on helping my students improve their professional proficiencies in AWS.

I have already taught

With AWS becoming the centerpiece of today's modern IT architectures, I've decided it's time for students to learn how to be an AWS Developer Associate. So, let’s kick start the course. You are in good hands.

This course also comes with:

Lifetime access to all future updates
A responsive instructor in the Q&A Section
Udemy Certificate of Completion Ready for Download
A 30 Day "No Questions Asked" Money Back Guarantee.

Join me in this course if you want to become an AWS Certified Developer Associate and master the AWS platform.

What's inside

Learning objectives

Pass the aws certified developer associate certification (dva-c02)
Full practice exam with explanations included!
All 700+ slides available as downloadable pdf
Apply the right aws services for your future real-world aws projects
Deploy an application using elastic beanstalk and aws cicd tools with full automation
Understand serverless api using aws lambda, api gateway, dynamodb & cognito
Write infrastructure as code using aws cloudformation

Implement messaging and integration patterns using aws sqs, sns & kinesis
Master the cli, sdk and iam security best practices in ec2
Monitor, trace and audit your microservices using cloudwatch, x-ray and cloudtrail
Secure your entire aws cloud using kms, encryption sdk, iam policies & ssm
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Pass the aws certified developer associate certification (dva-c02)
Full practice exam with explanations included!
All 700+ slides available as downloadable pdf
Apply the right aws services for your future real-world aws projects
Deploy an application using elastic beanstalk and aws cicd tools with full automation
Understand serverless api using aws lambda, api gateway, dynamodb & cognito
Write infrastructure as code using aws cloudformation
Implement messaging and integration patterns using aws sqs, sns & kinesis
Master the cli, sdk and iam security best practices in ec2
Monitor, trace and audit your microservices using cloudwatch, x-ray and cloudtrail
Secure your entire aws cloud using kms, encryption sdk, iam policies & ssm
Show more
Show less

Syllabus

Course Introduction - AWS Certified Developer Associate

PLEASE READ: Lectures you can skip if you took a course from me before

Create your AWS Account

AWS Account Activation Troubleshooting

Important Message

About your instructor

Code & Slides Download

Getting started with AWS

AWS Cloud Overview - Regions & AZ

Tour of the AWS Console & Services in AWS

About the UI changes in the course

IAM & AWS CLI

IAM Introduction: Users, Groups, Policies

IAM Users & Groups Hands On

IAM Policies

IAM Policies Hands On

IAM MFA Overview

IAM MFA Hands On

AWS Access Keys, CLI and SDK

AWS CLI Setup on Windows

AWS CLI Setup on Mac OS X

AWS CLI Setup on Linux

AWS CLI Hands On

AWS CloudShell

IAM Roles for AWS Services

IAM Roles Hands On

IAM Security Tools

IAM Security Tools Hands On

IAM Best Practices

Shared Responsibility Model for IAM

IAM Summary

IAM & AWS CLI Quiz

EC2 Fundamentals

AWS Budget Setup

EC2 Basics

Create an EC2 Instance with EC2 User Data to have a Website Hands On

EC2 Instance Types Basics

Security Groups & Classic Ports Overview

Security Groups Hands On

SSH Overview

How to SSH using Linux or Mac

How to SSH using Windows

How to SSH using Windows 10

SSH Troubleshooting

EC2 Instance Connect

EC2 Instance Roles Demo

EC2 Instance Purchasing Options

EC2 Fundamentals Quiz

EC2 Instance Storage

EBS Overview

EBS Hands On

EBS Snapshots

EBS Snapshots - Hands On

AMI Overview

AMI Hands On

EC2 Instance Store

EBS Volume Types

EBS Multi-Attach

Amazon EFS

Amazon EFS - Hands On

EFS vs EBS

EBS & EFS - Section Cleanup

EC2 Data Management Quiz

AWS Fundamentals: ELB + ASG

High Availability and Scalability

Elastic Load Balancing (ELB) Overview

Note: About the Classic Load Balancer (CLB)

Application Load Balancer (ALB)

Application Load Balancer (ALB) - Hands On - Part 1

Application Load Balancer (ALB) - Hands On - Part 2

Network Load Balancer (NLB)

Network Load Balancer (NLB) - Hands On

Gateway Load Balancer (GWLB)

Elastic Load Balancer - Sticky Sessions

Elastic Load Balancer - Cross Zone Load Balancing

Elastic Load Balancer - SSL Certificates

Elastic Load Balancer - SSL Certificates - Hands On

Elastic Load Balancer - Connection Draining

Auto Scaling Groups (ASG) Overview

Auto Scaling Groups Hands On

Auto Scaling Groups - Scaling Policies

Auto Scaling Groups - Scaling Policies Hands On

Auto Scaling Groups - Instance Refresh

High Availability & Scalability Quiz

AWS Fundamentals: RDS + Aurora + ElastiCache

Amazon RDS Overview

RDS Read Replicas vs Multi AZ

Amazon RDS Hands On

Amazon Aurora

Amazon Aurora - Hands On

RDS & Aurora Security

RDS Proxy

ElastiCache Overview

ElastiCache Hands On

ElastiCache Strategies

Amazon MemoryDB for Redis - Overview

RDS, Aurora, & ElastiCache Quiz

Route 53

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Provides a comprehensive grounding of AWS including EC2, IAM, RDS, and Aurora, making it an excellent choice for beginners looking to start their journey in the AWS cloud

Prepares learners for the AWS Certified Developer Associate certification, enhancing their professional credibility and career prospects

Emphasizes practical knowledge, preparing learners to apply AWS services effectively in real-world projects

Taught by Stephane Maarek, a recognized expert in AWS certifications and cloud computing, ensuring high-quality instruction

Incorporates interactive materials and hands-on labs, enhancing the learning experience and skill development

Requires proficiency in AWS fundamentals, which may be a barrier for complete beginners

Reviews summary

Helpful aws associate exam prep

Learners say this course is great for preparing for the AWS Certified Developer Associate exam. Instructor Stephane is knowledgeable and speaks clearly, making the material easy to understand. While the course covers most of the exam topics, some learners found that it did not cover Amazon Athena or provide a deep dive into CloudFront. Overall, learners recommend this course for those preparing for the AWS Developer Associate exam.

Covers most exam topics, but lacks some detail.

"For the improvement, in yesterday exam, the material that isn't discussed in this course is Amazon Athena and some Cloudfront deep dive (AWS Cloudfront is discussed in this course but it's not too deep)"

Knowledgeable instructor who speaks clearly.

"Stephane was really a great teacher."

"He speak english so fluently even without subtitle i can hear he well, he teach us all of the knowledge to pass the exam."

"He is really a great techer!"

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Ultimate AWS Certified Developer Associate 2024 NEW DVA-C02 with these activities:

AWS Core Services

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Review core AWS services and concepts to strengthen your foundation for the course.

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Review documentation and whitepapers.
Complete AWS Quickstart tutorials.
Take practice quizzes and tests.

Follow guided tutorials on AWS services

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Enhance your understanding of AWS services by following step-by-step tutorials provided by AWS.

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Find a tutorial on AWS services that interests you.
Follow the tutorial step-by-step.
Experiment with the service using the provided instructions.

AWS CLI and SDK Exercises

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Follow tutorials to practice using the AWS CLI and SDK, enhancing your hands-on experience.

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Identify tutorials covering essential AWS CLI and SDK functionalities.
Step through the tutorials, following instructions.
Experiment with different commands and scenarios.

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Practice AWS CLI commands

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Reinforce your understanding of AWS CLI commands by practicing them regularly.

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Create an EC2 instance using the AWS CLI.
Create an S3 bucket using the AWS CLI.
Create a CloudFormation stack using the AWS CLI.

Hands-On Cloud Project

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Develop an AWS project to solidify your understanding of the course material and gain practical experience.

Browse courses on Serverless architecture

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Choose a project idea aligned with the course topics.
Design and architect your project.
Implement your project using AWS services covered in the course.
Test and deploy your project.

AWS User Group Meetup

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Attend an AWS User Group Meetup to connect with professionals in the industry and learn from their experiences.

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Find a local AWS User Group Meetup.
Register and attend the meeting.
Network with other attendees.

Contribute to an AWS Open Source Project

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Make a valuable contribution to the AWS open source community by reporting bugs, submitting documentation improvements, or contributing code.

Browse courses on Cloud Development

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Identify an AWS open source project that aligns with your interests.
Review the project's documentation and contribute.
Submit your contributions for review.

Deploy a Serverless API

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Gain practical experience by deploying a complete Serverless API, using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB.

Browse courses on Serverless API

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Create a Lambda function.
Create an API Gateway API.
Create a DynamoDB table.
Deploy the API using AWS CLI or CloudFormation.

AWS Blog Post

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Create a blog post summarizing key concepts from the course to solidify your learning and share knowledge with others.

Browse courses on Cloud Computing

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Choose a topic related to the course material.
Research and gather information.
Write and edit your blog post.
Publish and promote your blog post.

Course Review Materials

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Compile and organize all course materials for easy future reference.

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Gather and organize lecture notes, assignments, and quizzes.
Review and summarize key concepts.
Identify areas for further study.

Career center

Learners who complete Ultimate AWS Certified Developer Associate 2024 NEW DVA-C02 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Security Engineer

A Cloud Security Engineer is responsible for securing cloud computing systems. This course can help you prepare for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge will be essential for success in this role.

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Cloud Solutions Architect

A Cloud Solutions Architect is responsible for designing and implementing cloud computing solutions. This course can help you prepare for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge will be essential for success in this role.

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Infrastructure Engineer

An Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining computer networks and systems. This course can help you prepare for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge will be essential for success in this role.

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AWS Certified Solutions Architect

An AWS Certified Solutions Architect is responsible for designing and deploying cloud computing solutions on AWS. This course can help you prepare for this certification by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge will be essential for success in this role.

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AWS Certified Developer

An AWS Certified Developer is responsible for developing and deploying applications on AWS. This course can help you prepare for this certification by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge will be essential for success in this role.

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Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect is responsible for designing, building, and managing cloud computing systems. This course can help you prepare for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge will be essential for success in this role.

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DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer is responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. This course can help you prepare for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge will be essential for success in this role.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing software applications. This course can help you prepare for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge will be essential for success in this role.

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Data Engineer

A Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining data systems. This course can help you prepare for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge will be essential for success in this role.

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Systems Engineer

A Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining computer systems. This course can help you prepare for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge will be essential for success in this role.

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Network Engineer

A Network Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining computer networks. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge may be helpful for success in this role.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining databases. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge may be helpful for success in this role.

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Information Security Analyst

An Information Security Analyst is responsible for protecting an organization's information systems from cyber attacks. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge may be helpful for success in this role.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge may be helpful for success in this role.

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IT Architect

An IT Architect is responsible for designing and implementing IT solutions. This course may be useful for this role by teaching you the fundamentals of AWS, including EC2, S3, and RDS. You will also learn how to use AWS CloudFormation to automate the deployment of your applications. This knowledge may be helpful for success in this role.

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