The AWS Cloud Practitioner Exam (CLF-C02): Real Talk, No Fluff

I just cleared the AWS Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) exam ,and here’s what I wish I knew before starting.

Yes, it touches on basic cloud concepts, but don’t be misled , this isn’t just a generic cloud exam. It’s heavily AWS-specific, packed with questions around core services, pricing models, support plans, and architectural best practices.

Resources I Used :

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Certification Course (CLF-C02) - Pass the Exam!

A great intro to the cloud ecosystem but when it comes to actually passing the exam, the real gold is in the official AWS content:

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) Exam Guide

💡 Some Exam Tips

1. Go straight to the source – The official AWS guides are your best friend. Seriously.

2. Master the business side of AWS – Pricing, billing, support tiers, and the shared responsibility model make up a big chunk.

3. Avoid distractions – Don’t waste time on random YouTube rabbit holes or off-topic DevOps videos.

Next Steps

Now that this one’s checked off, I’m moving on to:

• Design and deploy a real-world multi-tier application (3-tier/4-tier architecture)
  → Host it on AWS, follow the full SDLC, and publish the codebase on GitHub

• Document the end-to-end process as part of my learning-in-public journey

• Start preparing for the AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification