CCAR-F // Claude Certified Architect, Foundations
Claude Certified Architect, Foundations
CCAR-F tests agentic architecture, tool design and MCP, Claude Code configuration, prompt engineering for structured output, and context management for reliable production systems.
Start with the diagnostic, work through the domains by weight, then sit a mock exam.
27%
of exam
Domain 01: Agentic Architecture & Orchestration
Design and implement agentic systems using Claude's API, including loop management, orchestration patterns, guardrails, and the Claude Agent SDK.
18%
of exam
Domain 02: Tool Design & MCP Integration
Design effective tool schemas, implement MCP servers and clients, and integrate external services into Claude-powered applications.
20%
of exam
Domain 03: Claude Code Configuration & Workflows
Configure Claude Code for development workflows, manage settings, hooks, permissions, and integrate with CI/CD pipelines.
20%
of exam
Domain 04: Prompt Engineering & Structured Output
Craft effective prompts, implement structured output patterns, and apply prompt engineering techniques for production Claude applications.
15%
of exam
Domain 05: Context Management & Reliability
Manage context windows effectively, implement caching strategies, handle long conversations, and build reliable production systems.