Target Audience: This certification is aimed at individuals with experience in a developer role, possessing in-depth knowledge of at least one high-level programming language and familiarity with AWS technology. It's also suitable for those with substantial on-premises IT experience looking to transition to the cloud​.

Exam Format and Length: The exam comprises 65 questions, either multiple-choice or multiple response, and must be completed within 130 minutes​.​​​​​​.

Delivery Method: Candidates can take the exam at a Pearson VUE testing center or through an online proctored exam​ ​.

Languages Offered: The exam is available in English, French (France), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), Simplified Chinese, and Spanish (Latin America)​.

Preparation Resources: AWS offers a range of resources including exam guides, practice questions, digital training, and more. Specific recommendations include AWS Technical Essentials, Introduction to AWS Elastic Beanstalk, and Developing on AWS among others​.

Exam Content Outline: For a detailed exam guide, refer to the official AWS Certified Developer - Associate Exam Guide​.

Changes from Previous Version (DVA-C01 to DVA-C02): While the new DVA-C02 exam maintains a similar structure to its predecessor, notable changes include the removal of the "Refactoring" domain, slight adjustments in domain weights, and an increased emphasis on "Troubleshooting and Optimization"​.