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AWS Cloud Practitioner & Solutions Architect: Study Tips + Free Exams

Free AWS Certification Practice Exams (Cloud Practitioner & Solutions Architect Associate)

Preparing for AWS certifications can feel overwhelming — especially if it’s your first time. I remember when I started studying, I kept asking myself:

“Am I really ready for the exam, or am I just memorizing random facts?”

That’s why practice exams became the most valuable part of my preparation. They don’t just test your knowledge — they show you how AWS actually frames scenarios and expects you to think like a cloud architect.


Why practice exams matter

  • ✅ They simulate the real exam environment (timed, multiple-choice, scenario-based).
  • ✅ They help you identify weak spots quickly.
  • ✅ The explanations teach you why an answer is correct, which is more important than just scoring high.

Free full-length practice exams 🚀

Since I didn’t find many free full-length exams, I decided to put together a couple to help others preparing:

  1. AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02)

    👉 65 real-style questions + detailed explanations

    🔗 Try it here

  2. AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03)

    👉 65 real-style questions + detailed explanations

    🔗 Try it here

No signup required — just open and start practicing.


Study tips that worked for me

  • Understand core AWS services: EC2, S3, IAM, RDS. Don’t just memorize, think about when to use each.
  • AWS Well-Architected Framework: The 5 pillars (especially Reliability and Cost Optimization) are exam favorites.
  • Hands-on labs: Even with just the free tier, build something! A small project will stick in your memory way better than reading docs.
  • Review explanations: When you miss a question, take time to understand the reasoning — that’s where the real learning happens.

Final thoughts

Whether you’re starting with the Cloud Practitioner or aiming for the Solutions Architect Associate, remember:

💡 It’s not about memorizing answers — it’s about learning how AWS expects you to design and solve problems.

I hope these free practice exams make your journey a little easier. If you try them, I’d love your feedback so I can keep improving these resources for the community.

Good luck, and happy studying! ☁️🚀

🌐 More free AWS practice exams & resources: CloudExamPro

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