Choosing AWS certification study notes is really a two-part decision: which exam are you preparing for, and how much wear-and-tear are you willing to accept on a used book? In the programming and IT courses space, Neal Davis's Training Notes series offers a condensed cheat-sheet format for AWS exams. Four Trade Paperback editions are listed: two for the Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C01) path and two for the Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C01) path. The listed prices span from $6.25 to $18.52, so you can match your budget to your exam plan without much trouble.
Quick Take
If you're studying for Cloud Practitioner, the Like New edition at $6.25 offers the lowest-priced way into the notes. If you're set on Solutions Architect and want a copy that has never been owned by another reader, the Brand New edition at $18.52 is the one to grab. The two Very Good copies sit between: they cost less than their new counterparts and you still get the same title and Trade Paperback format, with possible cover wear.
Listed Price Comparison
| Product | Listed Price | Price Bar |
|---|---|---|
| AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Training Notes 2019 (Like New) | USD 6.25 | |
| AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Training Notes 2019 (Very Good) | USD 6.82 | |
| AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Training Notes 2019 (Very Good) | USD 8.87 | |
| AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Training Notes 2019 (Brand New) | USD 18.52 |
Decision Matrix
| Exam Target | Condition Preference | Recommended Pick |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Practitioner | Like New, lowest listed price | Cloud Practitioner Training Notes (Like New) |
| Cloud Practitioner | Very Good, moderate price | Cloud Practitioner Training Notes (Very Good) |
| Solutions Architect Associate | Used, price-conscious | Solutions Architect Training Notes (Very Good) |
| Solutions Architect Associate | Brand New | Solutions Architect Training Notes (Brand New) |
Product Notes
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Training Notes 2019: Fast-track
This Trade Paperback copy is in Very Good condition. The cover pages may show some limited writing, but the interior pages are unmarked. It is written for the SAA-C01 exam and comes at the lower-priced end of the Solutions Architect options. If you are comfortable with a used book and want to keep your spending down, this is a sensible route to the cheat-sheet material. The trade-off is condition: you are not getting an untouched, pristine book, so expect some visible signs of handling and the possibility of cover annotations. For a price-conscious Solutions Architect test-taker, it still delivers the same concentrated study format as the more expensive new copy.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Training Notes 2019: Fast-track yo
This one is the Brand New Solutions Architect guide, so it arrives with no previous-owner marks, bent corners, or handwritten notes. It is the highest-priced edition in this group, but if you want a clean copy for highlighting and annotating, that is exactly what you are paying for. The format is Trade Paperback and the author is Neal Davis, matching the other Solutions Architect edition. The main limitation is the price: you will spend more on this copy than on any other listed edition, so new condition needs to be worth the extra cost to you. For learners who like to write directly in their study books, that benefit may outweigh the higher outlay.
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Training Notes 2019: Fast-track your exam s
The Like New Cloud Practitioner notes are the least expensive option in the group. The copy is in Like New condition, which means minimal wear and a barely handled book. It focuses on the CLF-C01 exam rather than the Solutions Architect track, so it aligns with the Cloud Practitioner path. If your goal is to pass the Cloud Practitioner exam and you want the lowest listed price, this edition is the most direct match. The limitation is scope: it will not cover Solutions Architect material, so if your certification plans change, you would need a different volume to study from.
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Training Notes 2019: Fast-track your exam
This Very Good Cloud Practitioner edition sits at a middle price between the Like New Cloud Practitioner guide and the Solutions Architect editions. It also targets the CLF-C01 exam and comes as a Trade Paperback. The interior pages are unmarked, although cover pages may show some limited writing. Choose this if you want a Cloud Practitioner guide with a moderate price and you are comfortable with a used-grade copy. The drawback is that the Like New edition is priced lower and is in better condition, so this copy is the better choice only if you specifically want a Very Good grade or prefer this particular condition tier.
Final Recommendation by Use Case
For Cloud Practitioner prep on a tight budget, the Like New Cloud Practitioner Training Notes is the pick. It combines the lowest listed price with near-pristine condition.
For Solutions Architect Associate prep without spending at the top of the range, the Very Good Solutions Architect Training Notes gives you the right exam coverage at a lower price. You'll accept possible cover wear.
For Solutions Architect prep where a brand-new book is a must, the Brand New Solutions Architect Training Notes is the only new Solutions Architect option listed. It costs the most, but you get untouched pages.
For a Cloud Practitioner guide with a middle price, the Very Good Cloud Practitioner Training Notes works if you prefer not to go with the Like New edition. Just be aware that the Like New version is cheaper and in better condition, so weigh whether the slightly higher cost is worth it for you.
