- A
Use an AWS Lambda function that triggers on deployment.
Why wrong: Lambda is not natively integrated with Elastic Beanstalk for this purpose.
- B
Use an .ebextensions configuration file with container_commands.
container_commands run during deployment before the application starts.
- C
Add a pre-deployment hook to the application source code.
Why wrong: Elastic Beanstalk does not have pre-deployment hooks in the application code.
- D
Use a Procfile to define a web process that runs migrations before starting the application.
A Procfile can run a command that starts the web server after migrations.
- E
Add a cron.yaml file to schedule the migration.
Why wrong: cron.yaml is for periodic tasks, not before app start.
Question 957 of 1,616
DVA-C02 Deployment Practice Question
This DVA-C02 practice question tests your understanding of deployment. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
A developer is using AWS Elastic Beanstalk to deploy a Python web application. The developer wants to run database migrations before the application starts. Which TWO methods can the developer use to achieve this? (Choose TWO.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
Use an .ebextensions configuration file with container_commands.
Options B and D are correct. Option B: .ebextensions with container_commands can run commands during deployment. Option D: A Procfile can define a command that runs migrations as part of the web process. Option A is wrong because AWS Lambda is not natively integrated with Elastic Beanstalk for pre-deployment tasks; it would require custom integration. Option C is wrong because pre-deployment hooks are not a standard Elastic Beanstalk mechanism; .ebextensions or Procfile are used instead. Option E is wrong because cron.yaml is for scheduled tasks, not for running commands during deployment.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Use an AWS Lambda function that triggers on deployment.
Why it's wrong here
Lambda is not natively integrated with Elastic Beanstalk for this purpose.
- ✓
Use an .ebextensions configuration file with container_commands.
Why this is correct
container_commands run during deployment before the application starts.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Add a pre-deployment hook to the application source code.
Why it's wrong here
Elastic Beanstalk does not have pre-deployment hooks in the application code.
- ✓
Use a Procfile to define a web process that runs migrations before starting the application.
Why this is correct
A Procfile can run a command that starts the web server after migrations.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Add a cron.yaml file to schedule the migration.
Why it's wrong here
cron.yaml is for periodic tasks, not before app start.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
- Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
- Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A cloud solutions architect for a retail company is evaluating services for a new workload. The correct answer here reflects best practice for the specific scenario described — not a general cloud recommendation. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Cloud exam questions reward reading the constraint carefully: the same technology can be right or wrong depending on the use case.
Quick reference
Cloud Service Model Comparison
| Model | You Manage | Provider Manages | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| IaaS | OS, runtime, apps, data | Hardware, hypervisor, networking | EC2, Azure VMs, GCP Compute Engine |
| PaaS | Apps and data | OS, runtime, middleware, hardware | Elastic Beanstalk, Azure App Service |
| SaaS | Data and settings only | Everything else | Microsoft 365, Salesforce, Workday |
| FaaS / Serverless | Function code only | Infra, scaling, runtime | Lambda, Azure Functions, Cloud Run |
| CaaS | Containers and apps | Kubernetes, OS, hardware | EKS, AKS, GKE |
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What does this DVA-C02 question test?
Deployment — This question tests Deployment — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Use an .ebextensions configuration file with container_commands. — Options B and D are correct. Option B: .ebextensions with container_commands can run commands during deployment. Option D: A Procfile can define a command that runs migrations as part of the web process. Option A is wrong because AWS Lambda is not natively integrated with Elastic Beanstalk for pre-deployment tasks; it would require custom integration. Option C is wrong because pre-deployment hooks are not a standard Elastic Beanstalk mechanism; .ebextensions or Procfile are used instead. Option E is wrong because cron.yaml is for scheduled tasks, not for running commands during deployment.
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Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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