Introduction
Recently, I discovered that Alibaba Cloud offers a student discount: the ACA certification for Large Model Engineers, originally priced at ¥600, is now available for just ¥0.01.
Personally, I found it quite straightforward—covering topics commonly encountered in daily large model work—and passed it without any prior preparation.
If you’re unfamiliar with large models, this is a great opportunity to systematically learn about them.
If you’re already well-versed, reviewing the material again may not yield much new insight—but it’s still a valuable addition to your resume.
After all, why not earn a certificate for just ¥0.01? There’s no reason to skip it!
Process
Overview of Alibaba Cloud ACA Certification
Alibaba Cloud Professional Certifications are competency standards developed by Alibaba Cloud based on extensive industry experience, covering fields such as large models, cloud computing, and big data. Through a combination of “training + examination,” these certifications cultivate professional talent and support the thriving development of industries like large models, cloud computing, and big data.
Certifications are structured in ascending order of difficulty:
- Alibaba Cloud Certified Associate (ACA): Designed for students and beginners; earning this certification demonstrates foundational knowledge of cloud technologies and familiarity with Alibaba Cloud products.
- Alibaba Cloud Certified Professional (ACP): Targeted at technical professionals with 3–5 years of experience; earning this certification validates mastery of key Alibaba Cloud product technologies and proficiency in applying them across diverse business scenarios.
- Alibaba Cloud Certified Expert (ACE): Intended for technical experts with over 5 years of experience; earning this certification confirms expertise in designing large-scale cloud architectures and the ability to flexibly leverage Alibaba Cloud technologies to solve complex business challenges.
For more details, see: 泛云生态人才标准专业认证-阿里云认证-阿里云