Validates foundational Snowflake platform knowledge including data loading, storage, virtual warehouses, querying, and security. Exam code: COF-C02. Recommended 6+ months Snowflake hands-on experience.
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May 10, 2026
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Less universal HR recognition than AWS/Azure data certs but increasingly listed in modern data stack job postings. Snowflake market share growth in mid-market and enterprise data warehousing makes the credential increasingly relevant.
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May 10, 2026
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For data engineers / analytics engineers in Snowflake-stack shops, this is the entry credential. SnowPro Advanced (Architect, Data Engineer, Data Scientist) are the pro-tier next steps. Renewal: 2-year validity, retake or earn higher cert to extend.
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May 10, 2026
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Snowflake free trial (30 days, $400 credit) sufficient for hands-on prep. Snowflake University (free official training) covers exam objectives. Tom Bailey Udemy course + practice exams cited often.
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May 10, 2026
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Most-recognized Snowflake cert. Covers virtual warehouses, micro-partitions, data sharing, security, performance optimization, semi-structured data. $175 fee. Strong HR signal in Snowflake-shop data engineering / analytics roles.
Free official training from Snowflake. Covers exam objectives directly. Best free starting point.
Most-recommended paid Udemy prep. ~9h video + hands-on demos.
Practice tests on r/snowflake-recommended platform.
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Exam Duration
1h 30min
Pass Score
750/1000
Remote Proctored
Yes — remote or test center
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Study Time
~60 hours