From 6e22d613928be2adc492b5f87a616d0bd4cdc6f2 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: eganhashicorp <93212880+eganhashicorp@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Fri, 9 Feb 2024 15:32:50 -0800 Subject: [PATCH] TF Pro exam: New content (#2316) * Added coming soon page for TF PRO * Added exam to JSON file New copy for the pro exam, small edits to the FAQ slug * Changed title Added the coming soon to make it clear it was not GA * Added coming soon page for TF PRO * Added exam to JSON file New copy for the pro exam, small edits to the FAQ slug * Changed title Added the coming soon to make it clear it was not GA * Added coming soon page for TF PRO * Added exam to JSON file New copy for the pro exam, small edits to the FAQ slug * Changed title Added the coming soon to make it clear it was not GA * Delete non markdown version commiting to bridgets branch to see if it will give us a varcell preview * missing comma in infrastructure-automation.json * more human readable tables but no actual change meant just to trigger a new build * Update settings.json * Copyedits * Removed extra .md file * Changed separate objctive tables into one large table * Removed exclamation point from coming soon and changed ordering of langauge * Added alt text * comma add * Update src/content/certifications/exam-faqs/terraform-authoring-operations-professional.mdx Co-authored-by: Brian McClain * Update src/content/certifications/exam-faqs/terraform-authoring-operations-professional.mdx Co-authored-by: Brian McClain * Update src/content/certifications/exam-faqs/terraform-authoring-operations-professional.mdx Co-authored-by: Brian McClain * Update src/content/certifications/programs/infrastructure-automation.json Co-authored-by: Brian McClain * Update settings.json * Update settings.json * small change to kick off tests * Update infrastructure-automation.json removed trailing comma --------- Co-authored-by: Lisa Szpunar <47227843+lszpunar@users.noreply.github.com> Co-authored-by: Brian McClain --- ...form-authoring-operations-professional.mdx | 88 +++++++++++++++++++ .../programs/infrastructure-automation.json | 17 +++- 2 files changed, 102 insertions(+), 3 deletions(-) create mode 100644 src/content/certifications/exam-faqs/terraform-authoring-operations-professional.mdx diff --git a/src/content/certifications/exam-faqs/terraform-authoring-operations-professional.mdx b/src/content/certifications/exam-faqs/terraform-authoring-operations-professional.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..fdbed7e2fa --- /dev/null +++ b/src/content/certifications/exam-faqs/terraform-authoring-operations-professional.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,88 @@ + + +## Exam Availability + +Coming soon! + +## Prerequisites + +We strongly recommend that you pass the associate-level Terraform exam before taking the professional-level exam. The professional-level exam is intended for practitioners who have extensive experience with Terraform in a production environment, and understand the concepts covered in the associate exam. + +- HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate Certification (recommended) +- Linux skills such as the ability to list and edit files via command terminal +- Experience working with a cloud provider (AWS, GCP, Azure) and experience with cloud credentials +- Familiarity with YAML, JSON, HCL, and CSV formats +- Understanding of the networking stack and networking protocols, including TCP/IP and UDP + + + +## Exam Details + +| | | +| ------------------- | ----------------------------- | +| **Assessment Type** | Lab-based and multiple choice | +| **Format** | Online proctored | +| **Language** | English | +| **Expiration** | 2 years | + +## Exam Objectives + +Exam objectives are subject to change without prior notice before the launch of the exam. Please check back frequently to ensure you have the latest information. + +| | | +| ----- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | +| **1** | **Manage resource lifecycle** | +| 1a | Initialize a configuration using `terraform init` and its options | +| 1b | Generate an execution plan using `terraform plan` and its options | +| 1c | Apply configuration changes using `terraform apply` and its options | +| 1d | Destroy resources using `terraform destroy` and its options | +| 1e | Manage resource state, including importing resources and reconciling resource drift | +| **2** | **Develop and troubleshoot dynamic configuration** | +| 2a | Use language features to validate configuration | +| 2b | Query providers using data sources | +| 2c | Compute and interpolate data using HCL functions | +| 2d | Use meta-arguments in configuration | +| 2e | Configure input variables and outputs, including complex types | +| 2f | Analyze best practices for managing sensitive data, such as using Vault for secrets management | +| **3** | **Develop collaborative Terraform workflows** | +| 3a | Manage the Terraform binary, providers, and modules using version constraints | +| 3b | Configure remote state | +| 3c | Use the Terraform workflow in automation | +| 3d | Share data across configurations and workspaces | +| **4** | **Create, maintain, and use Terraform modules** | +| 4a | Create a module | +| 4b | Use a module in configuration | +| 4c | Refactor a module and use module versioning | +| 4d | Refactor an existing configuration into modules | +| **5** | **Configure and use Terraform providers** | +| 5a | Understand Terraform's plugin-based architecture | +| 5b | Configure providers, including aliasing, versioning, sourcing, and managing upgrades | +| 5c | Manage provider authentication | +| 5d | Troubleshoot provider errors | +| **6** | **Collaborate on infrastructure as code using Terraform Cloud** | +| 6a | Analyze the Terraform Cloud run workflow | +| 6b | Understand Terraform Cloud workspaces and their configuration options, including access management | +| 6c | Manage provider credentials in Terraform Cloud | +| 6d | Analyze policy as code and governance features | + +## Lab-based Exam + +This performance-based exam contains labs that must be completed in a virtual environment along with a shorter multiple-choice section. During the lab scenarios, you will be tested on performing real-world Terraform tasks using the command line, cloud providers' (AWS, GCP, or Azure) UI, and text editors. You will have access to Terraform documentation, cloud provider documentation, and limited Registry access. + +## Requirements for Attending an Exam + +Visit the [Exam-taker Handbook](https://hashicorp-certifications.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360048211571) to learn about the requirements and policies for taking exams. + +## Renewing Your Certification + +To renew your Terraform Professional certification, you will need to take and pass the Terraform Authoring and Operations Professional exam. + +**If you hold an _unexpired_ Terraform Professional certification:** You can take the exam again starting 18 months after your previous exam date. When you pass the exam, the expiration date on your credentials will be extended. + +**If you hold an _expired_ Terraform Professional certification:** You are eligible to recertify at any time. When you pass the exam again, you will receive a new, separate set of credentials with a new expiration date. diff --git a/src/content/certifications/programs/infrastructure-automation.json b/src/content/certifications/programs/infrastructure-automation.json index 2426e5aeac..35b31e05ae 100644 --- a/src/content/certifications/programs/infrastructure-automation.json +++ b/src/content/certifications/programs/infrastructure-automation.json @@ -2,11 +2,11 @@ "title": "Infrastructure Automation", "summary": { "heading": "Infrastructure
Automation Certifications", - "description": "Verify your infrastructure automation skills." + "description": "Earn the Terraform Associate certification to validate your knowledge of the concepts, skills, and use cases associated with Terraform Community Edition. Ready to demonstrate your advanced Terraform skills in production? Successfully complete a lab-based exam and earn the Terraform Authoring and Operations Professional certification." }, "hero": { "heading": "Infrastructure
Automation Certifications", - "description": "Pass the Terraform Associate certification exam to validate your infrastructure automation skills." + "description": "HashiCorp’s Infrastructure Automation certification program has two levels: Work up to the advanced Terraform Authoring and Operations Professional Certification by starting with the foundational Terraform Associate certification. The Associate certification validates your knowledge of basic concepts and skills associated with Terraform. Then, continue your certification journey with the Professional hands-on, lab-based exam to validate your years of Terraform production experience." }, "exams": [ { @@ -20,6 +20,17 @@ "register": "https://cp.certmetrics.com/hashicorp/en/login" }, "faqSlug": "terraform-associate-003" - } + }, + { + "title": "Terraform Authoring and Operations Professional (coming soon)", + "examTier": "pro", + "productSlug": "terraform", + "versionTested": "Terraform 1.6", + "description": "The Terraform Authoring and Operations Professional exam is a lab-based exam for Cloud Engineers focused on developing Terraform configuration and using it to manage infrastructure over time. You are well-qualified to take this exam if you hold the Terraform Associate Certification (or equivalent knowledge), have extensive production experience with Terraform Core or Cloud, develop modules and organization standards to enable other users, and use Terraform to manage your own infrastructure resources, as well as enable others with varying levels of Terraform expertise to use Terraform effectively.", + "links": { + "prepare": "/terraform/tutorials/pro-cert" + }, + "faqSlug": "terraform-authoring-operations-professional" + } ] }