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SAP Certified Associate - Back-End Developer (SAP BTP)

How to prepare for SAP BTP

A 6-stage plan from your first study session to exam day. Adjust the pace to your own schedule.

Study plan

StageWhat to doTime
1Understand the SAP BTP Landscape
Familiarize yourself with SAP BTP fundamentals, its service model, and Cloud Foundry basics as described in the certification overview.
Week 1
2Learn CAP and Data Services
Dive into the Cloud Application Programming model and SAP HANA Cloud concepts, practicing simple CRUD services.
Week 2-3
3Master Integration & APIs
Study how to expose and consume APIs on SAP BTP, focusing on integration patterns mentioned in the certification description.
Week 4
4Secure Your Applications
Cover security fundamentals on SAP BTP, including authentication and authorization mechanisms.
Week 5
5Hands‑On Project
Build a small end‑to‑end back‑end app on SAP BTP, applying all learned components.
Week 6
6Final Review & Mock Exam
Review key concepts, run a timed practice test, and identify any weak spots before scheduling the exam.
Week 7

Exam domains

These come from the official exam outline.

  • SAP BTP fundamentals
  • CAP (Cloud Application Programming)
  • SAP HANA Cloud
  • Integration & APIs
  • Security on SAP BTP

SAP BTP preparation questions

How many steps are in the SAP BTP study plan?

This plan has 6 stages, starting with understand the SAP BTP Landscape and ending with final Review & Mock Exam.

Do I need prior experience for SAP BTP?

SAP BTP is rated Intermediate. Check the official exam page for any formal requirements before you start.

What should I study for SAP BTP?

Focus on the official exam domains: SAP BTP fundamentals, CAP (Cloud Application Programming), SAP HANA Cloud, Integration & APIs, Security on SAP BTP.

Exam outlines change between versions. Check the official exam page for the current outline before you start.