About This Domain
Domain 1 — Software Development and Design — accounts for 20% of the DEVCOR certification exam. This domain evaluates your understanding of design patterns (observer, singleton, mvc), api design and versioning, git workflows, and related concepts. Software development practices, design patterns, and API design. To pass this section you need practical knowledge of how these services and patterns work together in real-world architectures.
What You'll Be Tested On
- Design patterns (Observer, Singleton, MVC)
- API design and versioning
- Git workflows
- Unit testing and TDD
Key Cisco Technologies in This Domain
Study Strategy for Domain 1
While 20% might seem like a smaller portion of the exam, every point counts toward the passing score. Focus on understanding core concepts and common exam scenarios for this domain.
Exam Tips for Domain 1
Know REST API design best practices: proper HTTP methods, status codes, pagination.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions on the DEVCOR exam come from Domain 1?
Domain 1 (Software Development and Design) makes up 20% of the DEVCOR exam. The exam has 65 scored questions, so approximately 13 questions will come from this domain.
What services should I focus on for Domain 1?
The key services for this domain include Software Design. Make sure you understand how each service works, its use cases, and how they integrate with one another.
How should I prepare for Software Development and Design questions?
Start by reviewing the key topics listed above, then practice with domain-specific questions. Focus on understanding real-world scenarios rather than memorizing facts.
What's the best order to study the DEVCOR domains?
Many candidates start with the highest-weighted domains first. For the DEVCOR exam, the domains in order of weight are: Software Development and Design (20%), Using APIs (20%), Cisco Platforms and Development (20%), Application Deployment and Security (20%), Infrastructure and Automation (20%).
Practice Domain 1 Questions
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