AWS & Google Cloud Certifications
Cloud certification portfolios now include traditional cloud infrastructure roles plus data, machine learning, generative AI and business-focused AI credentials.
2026 update: Certification programs change frequently. Exam names and numbers below reflect current vendor information where listed; use the official vendor link to confirm the latest requirements.
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Cloud PractitionerAI PractitionerSolutions ArchitectDeveloperCloudOps EngineerData EngineerMachine Learning Engineer
AWS Advanced Networking – Specialty is scheduled to retire December 31, 2026. AWS is also updating several exams in late 2026.
Google Cloud
Google Cloud offers foundational and professional certifications covering cloud engineering, architecture, data, security, networking, DevOps and machine learning. Exam guides are being updated for Google Cloud Next ’26 technologies.