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| Certification Vendor: | Alibaba Cloud |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Alibaba Cloud Certified Expert - Solutions Architect (SAE-C01) |
| Exam Number: | SAE-C01 |
| Related Certifications: | Alibaba Cloud Certified Professional - Solutions Architect ACE Cloud Computing |
| Exam Price: | USD 280 |
| Exam Duration: | 120 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 100 |
| Passing Score: | 80/100 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Format: | Multiple choice, Multiple response |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Recommended Training: | Solutions Architect (Expert) Classroom Training |
| Exam Registration: | Alibaba Cloud Certification Platform Pearson VUE |
| Sample Questions: | Alibaba SAE-C01 Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Onsite at Pearson VUE test centers; online proctoring not available for this exam |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended to hold Alibaba Cloud Certified Professional - Solutions Architect or have equivalent experience; no mandatory prerequisites |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://edu.alibabacloud.com/certification/solutions_architect_expert |
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Compute Services | 12-18% | - Elastic Compute Service (ECS) architecture and best practices - Resource orchestration and management - Serverless computing and container technologies |
| Database and Big Data Services | 10-15% | - Relational and NoSQL database design - Distributed database and data processing - Data integration and analysis platforms |
| Networking Services | 12-18% | - Global network and CDN architecture - Hybrid connectivity and interconnection solutions - Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) and network planning |
| Security and Compliance | 15-20% | - Compliance and governance frameworks - Identity and access management - Data security and encryption |
| Cloud Architecture Design Principles | 15-20% | - Requirements analysis and business pain point identification - Scalability, reliability, and cost optimization design - High availability and disaster recovery planning |
| Cloud Native and Application Architecture | 8-12% | - DevOps and continuous delivery - Application modernization strategies - Microservices and distributed systems design |
| Storage Services | 12-18% | - Object Storage Service (OSS) design and usage - Block Storage and File Storage solutions - Data lifecycle management and backup strategies |
The SAE-C01 exam, officially titled Alibaba Cloud Certified Expert - Solutions Architect (SAE-C01), is the qualifying exam for the Alibaba Cloud Certified Expert - Solutions Architect certification, which sits at the Expert level. Earning it shows employers that you have the skills the credential stands for, and it is a solid step forward on a Alibaba career path. It also connects to Alibaba Cloud Certified Professional - Solutions Architect, ACE Cloud Computing, so the effort you put in now keeps paying off as you advance.
The SAE-C01 exam gives you 100 questions to complete within 120 minutes. Do the math before exam day: divide the total time by the question count to set a steady per-question pace, and flag any item that stalls you so you can return to it after securing the easier points. The most reliable way to build that rhythm is a full timed practice test under the same limit, which is exactly what TestSimulate's test engines are designed for.
The passing score for Alibaba Cloud Certified Expert - Solutions Architect (SAE-C01) is 80/100, and the official registration fee is USD 280. Keep in mind that a retake means paying that fee again in full, which makes an honest self-check worthwhile: before you book, sit a timed practice test and make sure you are consistently scoring above the passing line with some margin to spare.
According to the official requirements: Recommended to hold Alibaba Cloud Certified Professional - Solutions Architect or have equivalent experience; no mandatory prerequisites. Eligibility rules do change from time to time, so confirm the current details on the official exam page before you register.
Registration for the SAE-C01 exam is handled through the official channels below:
The exam is delivered in the following format: Onsite at Pearson VUE test centers; online proctoring not available for this exam. Pick a date that leaves room for at least one full timed practice test beforehand.
Alibaba recommends the following official training options for candidates preparing for Alibaba Cloud Certified Expert - Solutions Architect (SAE-C01):
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The current Alibaba Cloud Certified Expert - Solutions Architect (SAE-C01) syllabus is organized into 7 exam domains. The first three are:
For the full domain and subtopic breakdown, see the Exam Topics section above ā that is the outline your TestSimulate practice questions are mapped to.
Question 1
What is the primary goal of Cloud and Global Network Design?
Response:
A. Minimizing cloud resource utilization
B. Maximizing local network performance
C. Enhancing network connectivity and availability worldwide
D. Reducing the number of global network connections
Question 2
Which of the following Alibaba Cloud services provide automated backup capabilities?
(Select two)
Response:
A. Object Storage Service (OSS)
B. PolarDB
C. Elastic Compute Service (ECS)
D. ApsaraDB for RDS
Question 3
What is the term for a software vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access or control over a system?
Response:
A. Encryption key
B. Backdoor
C. Zero-day exploit
D. Malware
Question 4
In Massive Data Store and Processing, what is the role of a data lake?
Response:
A. Storing data in a single, centralized location
B. Storing data with predefined schema
C. Storing raw, unstructured, and semi-structured data for future analysis
D. Storing structured data only
Question 5
Which Alibaba Cloud service model enables code execution in response to events without server management?
Response:
A. Platform as a Service (PaaS)
B. Function as a Service (FaaS)
C. Software as a Service (SaaS)
D. Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: C | Question 2 Answer: B,D | Question 3 Answer: C | Question 4 Answer: C | Question 5 Answer: B |
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