If you are considering getting an AWS Certification, you’re already on the right path! AWS skills are in very high demand, and having a certification can open a lot of doors for your career. But it may be difficult to know how to prepare. That’s where AWS Skill Builder can help.
At edForce, we help you learn faster and smarter. Here in this guide, we’ll take you through how AWS Skill Builder works and how you can use it to prepare for your certification, step by step.
What is AWS Skill Builder?
AWS Skill Builder is an online platform made by Amazon Web Services. It helps people learn how to use AWS tools and services. You’ll find easy lessons, real-world labs, and study plans that guide you at your own pace.
You don’t need to be a tech expert to start. Whether you’re just starting out or already working in cloud computing, Skill Builder has something for you.
Getting Ready for AWS Certifications
If you want to pass an AWS Certification exam, Skill Builder is among the most effective tools available. Here’s what it offers to help you prepare:
- Official Practice Exams: Get a feel for the real test.
- AWS Builder Labs: Practice using AWS tools in real-world situations.
- Exam Prep Courses: Learn what to expect and how to succeed.
With edForce, you won’t be studying just for the sake of it, but you’ll be learning the right way. We’ll help you build a clear study path and keep you on track until exam day.
Learn by Job Role
One great thing about Skill Builder is that it helps you focus on your career goals. Do you want to be a cloud engineer? Solutions architect? Security specialist? You can choose learning pathways made for your desired job.
And if you enjoy learning from games, there’s AWS Cloud Quest. It’s a video game-like experience where you solve cloud problems and earn badges. It makes learning fun and keeps you interested.
Free vs Paid Plans – What’s the Difference?
The free plan gives you access to:
- 500+ online courses
- Learning paths based on different job roles
- Cloud Quest for beginners (Cloud Practitioner level)
That’s already a lot!
But if you want more advanced help, the paid plan includes:
- 3 official AWS practice exams
- 100+ labs to practice hands-on
- 3 exam prep courses
- 10 Jam Journey challenges (focused on security)
- 3 more roles in Cloud Quest
You’ll need an AWS account to access Skill Builder. If you opt for the paid version, the price will be added to your AWS monthly bill.
Training for Teams
Are you part of a team or training a group? AWS Skill Builder offers a Team Subscription with even more features:
- 140+ Jam challenges for team training
- Ability to assign lessons to team members
- Progress tracking and reports
- Single Sign-On (SSO) for convenient logging in
Lessons are taught in 12 languages, such as English, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, etc. Cloud Quest is currently just in English.
Bonus Tools You’ll Love
Here’s a fun fact: Skill Builder collaborates with Hava.io, which is a tool. It helps you create visual maps of your cloud setup. This is great when you’re working with things like:
- VPCs (Virtual Private Clouds)
- ECS (Elastic Container Service)
- Kubernetes clusters
It also validates if your configuration meets AWS best practices and offers you a free trial to experiment with it. At edForce, we suggest using this if you’re a visual learner, as it simplifies difficult topics to grasp.
Make Learning Fun with Cloud Quest and Jam Journey
Learning doesn’t have to be boring. That’s why AWS included fun, game-like elements into Skill Builder:
- Cloud Quest: A role-playing game in which you solve cloud issues and level up.
- Jam Journey: Real-world situations that challenge your problem-solving skills.
These resources aren’t just entertaining, but they help you learn faster and remember better. At edForce, we enjoy including these in our training plans so that things remain engaging and inspiring.
Why Learn AWS with edForce?
We know that learning something new can feel like a big task. That’s why edForce is here to guide you through every step of the way. We don’t just point you to the right tools but we help you, respond to your questions, and keep you on course.
Here’s what you’ll receive with AWS Skill Builder (and us alongside you):
- Learn from AWS experts
- Stay updated with the newest AWS services
- Study with easy-to-follow guides
- Track your progress and see what you’ve completed
- Download extra materials for deep learning
- Get hands-on practice that feels like real work
Final Thoughts
If you’re serious about a cloud career, AWS Skill Builder is your best friend, and edForce is your guide.
You’ll learn the skills, practice real problems, and build confidence for your AWS Certification exam. And with fun tools like Cloud Quest, detailed study paths, and team support, you’ll stay motivated all the way through.
Ready to start your AWS journey? Let edForce help you take the first step—and every step after that.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is AWS Skill Builder?
AWS Skill Builder is an online platform with courses, labs, and practice exams to help you learn AWS and prepare for certifications.
2. Do I need to pay for AWS Skill Builder?
There’s a free plan with more than 500 courses, but the paid one provides advanced features like practice exams, labs, and additional roles.
3. Can I use AWS Skill Builder as a beginner?
Yes! It’s perfect for beginners and has step-by-step lessons that start from the basics.
4. How does edForce help learn AWS?
edForce walks you through the learning process, suggests the correct paths, and guides you until you are prepared for your exam.
SKILL BUILDER
Cloud Quest is a game-based learning tool, while Jam Journey gives you real-world challenges to solve using AWS skills.
