Domain 1Weight: 27%
Agentic Architecture & Orchestration
Design and implement agentic systems using Claude's API, including loop management, orchestration patterns, guardrails, and the Claude Agent SDK.
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Exam Domains Overview
Master the 5 core competencies and 30 task statements required to pass the Claude Certified Architect Foundations exam.
Domain 2Weight: 18%
Tool Design & MCP Integration
Design effective tool schemas, implement MCP servers and clients, and integrate external services into Claude-powered applications.
Domain 3Weight: 20%
Claude Code Configuration & Workflows
Configure Claude Code for development workflows, manage settings, hooks, permissions, and integrate with CI/CD pipelines.
Domain 4Weight: 20%
Prompt Engineering & Structured Output
Craft effective prompts, implement structured output patterns, and apply prompt engineering techniques for production Claude applications.
Domain 5Weight: 15%
Context Management & Reliability
Manage context windows effectively, implement caching strategies, handle long conversations, and build reliable production systems.
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Concept Breakdowns
Direct, practical explanations of every concept the exam tests. No filler, no hedging.
Exam Traps
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Build Exercises
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