Examination Guide // Claude Certified Architect
The Definitive Guide to Claude Intelligence
Master the foundational schematics and agentic protocols required to pass the Claude Certified Architect Foundations exam. Practical lessons, exam traps, and hands-on build exercises.
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Request access to the official examTechnical Domains
The core pillars of the Claude Certification syllabus.
- 27%7 modules
Agentic Architecture & Orchestration
Design and implement agentic systems using Claude's API, including loop management, orchestration patterns, guardrails, and the Claude Agent SDK.
- 18%5 modules
Tool Design & MCP Integration
Design effective tool schemas, implement MCP servers and clients, and integrate external services into Claude-powered applications.
- 20%6 modules
Claude Code Configuration & Workflows
Configure Claude Code for development workflows, manage settings, hooks, permissions, and integrate with CI/CD pipelines.
- 20%6 modules
Prompt Engineering & Structured Output
Craft effective prompts, implement structured output patterns, and apply prompt engineering techniques for production Claude applications.
- 15%6 modules
Context Management & Reliability
Manage context windows effectively, implement caching strategies, handle long conversations, and build reliable production systems.
- Exam Version
- Foundations 2025
- Study Domains
- 5 Domains
- Task Statements
- 30 Total
- Content Assets
- 150+ Questions
Curated Documentation
Direct, practical explanations of every concept the exam tests. No filler, no hedging - just what you need to know.
Practice Workbenches
Hands-on build exercises and mock exam scenarios that mirror real exam questions and architectural decisions.
Gap Analysis
Diagnostic tools identify specific knowledge deficits across the 5 domains, allowing for targeted technical review.
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The Claude Certified Architect (Foundations) exam is Anthropic's official certification for developers who build with Claude. It covers 5 domains: Agentic Architecture, Tool Design & MCP, Claude Code Configuration, Prompt Engineering, and Context Management. You need 720 out of 1,000 points to pass.
Yes, the Claude Certification Guide is completely free. It includes 30 lessons, 150+ practice questions, a full mock exam, hands-on build exercises, and quick reference cards - all available without sign-up.
Start with the diagnostic assessment to identify your weak areas, then work through the lessons for each of the 5 domains. Use the mock exam to simulate real exam conditions, and practise with the build exercises for hands-on experience.
Most developers with Claude experience need 15-20 hours of study. If you are new to Claude, allow 30-40 hours. The diagnostic test helps you focus on the domains where you need the most work.
No. This is an independent community resource. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Anthropic. The content is based on official Anthropic documentation, Skilljar courses, and the published exam guide.