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The C1000-172 exam is associated with IBM Cloud Professional Architect certification. The topics typically covered in this exam include:

  1. Cloud Concepts and Architecture: Understanding cloud computing models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), deployment models (public, private, hybrid), and architectural principles.

  2. IBM Cloud Services: Familiarity with various IBM Cloud services and offerings, including compute, storage, networking, and security.

  3. Design and Deployment: Skills in designing cloud solutions, including considerations for scalability, reliability, and performance.

  4. Migration Strategies: Knowledge of cloud migration techniques and best practices for moving applications and data to the cloud.

  5. Security and Compliance: Understanding cloud security measures, compliance frameworks, and governance.

  6. Cost Management: Familiarity with cost estimation, budgeting, and management in a cloud environment.

  7. DevOps and Automation: Awareness of DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines and automation techniques in cloud environments.

  8. Monitoring and Optimization: Strategies for monitoring cloud applications and optimizing performance and resource utilization.