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Google Cloud Certified Associate Cloud Engineer

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About the Associate Cloud Engineer Certification

Associate Cloud Engineers deploy applications, monitor operations, and manage enterprise solutions. They use Google Cloud Console and the command-line interface to perform common platform-based tasks to maintain one or more deployed solutions that leverage Google-managed or self-managed services on Google Cloud.

The Associate Cloud Engineer exam assesses your ability to:

  • Set up a cloud solution environment
  • Plan and configure a cloud solution
  • Deploy and implement a cloud solution
  • Ensure successful operation of a cloud solution
  • Configure access and security

Skills Measured:

  • Setting up a cloud solution environment - 17.5%
  • Planning and configuring a cloud solution - 17.5%
  • Deploying and implementing a cloud solution - 25%
  • Ensuring successful operation of a cloud solution - 20%
  • Configuring access and security - 20%

Exam Duration:

  • 2 hours

Exam format: 

  • 50-60 multiple choice and multiple select questions

Recommended experience: 

  • 6+ months hands-on experience with Google Cloud

Certification Renewal / Recertification: 

Candidates must recertify in order to maintain their certification status. Effective October 1, 2022 the Associate Cloud Engineer certification is valid for three years from the date of certification. Recertification is accomplished by retaking the exam during the recertification eligibility time period and achieving a passing score. You may attempt recertification starting 60 days prior to your certification expiration date. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Associate Cloud Engineer certification opens doors to a wide range of exciting career paths within the cloud computing domain. Some of the common roles you can pursue include:

  • Cloud Engineer: This is a core role where you'll be responsible for designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based solutions.
  • Cloud Architect: With further experience, you can progress to become a Cloud Architect, responsible for designing and implementing overall cloud strategies for organizations.
  • DevOps Engineer: Your cloud expertise will be valuable in DevOps roles, where you'll collaborate with development and operations teams to automate and streamline software delivery processes.
  • System Administrator (Cloud Focus): You can specialize in managing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, ensuring its security and optimal performance.
  • Solutions Architect: You can leverage your cloud knowledge to design and implement solutions that address specific business needs using cloud technologies.

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