- A
Use AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT) to convert the existing schema to Aurora MySQL
Correct. AWS SCT helps convert the existing MySQL schema to be compatible with Aurora MySQL, addressing any differences in storage engines, partitioning, or other features.
- B
Set up an Aurora Replica from the source MySQL instance
Why wrong: Incorrect. Aurora Replicas are read replicas within an Aurora DB cluster and cannot be set up from an external MySQL instance. To replicate data from an external source, use AWS DMS with CDC.
- C
Use Amazon RDS for MySQL instead of Aurora
Why wrong: Incorrect. Using Amazon RDS for MySQL does not modernize to Aurora. The goal is to migrate to Aurora MySQL specifically.
- D
Migrate the database to Amazon DynamoDB
Why wrong: Incorrect. Amazon DynamoDB is a NoSQL database and is not suitable for migrating an existing relational MySQL database with a 2TB dataset without significant re-architecture.
- E
Use AWS DMS with ongoing replication using Change Data Capture (CDC)
Correct. AWS DMS with ongoing replication using CDC allows continuous synchronization of changes from the source MySQL database to the target Aurora MySQL, minimizing downtime during cutover.
SAP-C02 AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT) Practice Question
This SAP-C02 practice question tests your understanding of accelerate workload migration and modernization. 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. A key principle to apply: aWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT). 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 company is migrating a large-scale e-commerce platform to AWS. The platform uses a MySQL database with a 2 TB dataset. They want to modernize to Amazon Aurora MySQL with minimal downtime. Which THREE steps should they take? (Select THREE.)
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 AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT) to convert the existing schema to Aurora MySQL
To migrate a large MySQL database to Amazon Aurora MySQL with minimal downtime, the recommended steps are to use AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT) to convert the schema to Aurora-compatible format and AWS DMS with ongoing replication using Change Data Capture (CDC) to synchronize data with near-zero downtime. Setting up an Aurora Replica from the source MySQL instance (Option B) is not possible because Aurora Replicas are only within Aurora, not from an external MySQL source. Options C and D are incorrect as they do not target Aurora.
Key principle: AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT)
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 AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT) to convert the existing schema to Aurora MySQL
Why this is correct
Correct. AWS SCT helps convert the existing MySQL schema to be compatible with Aurora MySQL, addressing any differences in storage engines, partitioning, or other features.
Related concept
AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT)
- ✗
Set up an Aurora Replica from the source MySQL instance
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Aurora Replicas are read replicas within an Aurora DB cluster and cannot be set up from an external MySQL instance. To replicate data from an external source, use AWS DMS with CDC.
- ✗
Use Amazon RDS for MySQL instead of Aurora
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Using Amazon RDS for MySQL does not modernize to Aurora. The goal is to migrate to Aurora MySQL specifically.
- ✗
Migrate the database to Amazon DynamoDB
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Amazon DynamoDB is a NoSQL database and is not suitable for migrating an existing relational MySQL database with a 2TB dataset without significant re-architecture.
- ✓
Use AWS DMS with ongoing replication using Change Data Capture (CDC)
Why this is correct
Correct. AWS DMS with ongoing replication using CDC allows continuous synchronization of changes from the source MySQL database to the target Aurora MySQL, minimizing downtime during cutover.
Related concept
AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT)
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
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT)
- AWS DMS with CDC
TExam Day Tips
- 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
AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT)
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
An e-commerce site experiences heavy traffic on Black Friday and near-zero traffic during off-peak weeks. Rather than provisioning permanent large VMs, the team uses auto-scaling groups that add capacity automatically under load and reduce it overnight. Questions like this test whether you understand elasticity, availability zones, and cloud compute scaling patterns.
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What does this SAP-C02 question test?
Accelerate Workload Migration and Modernization — This question tests Accelerate Workload Migration and Modernization — AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT).
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Use AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT) to convert the existing schema to Aurora MySQL — To migrate a large MySQL database to Amazon Aurora MySQL with minimal downtime, the recommended steps are to use AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT) to convert the schema to Aurora-compatible format and AWS DMS with ongoing replication using Change Data Capture (CDC) to synchronize data with near-zero downtime. Setting up an Aurora Replica from the source MySQL instance (Option B) is not possible because Aurora Replicas are only within Aurora, not from an external MySQL source. Options C and D are incorrect as they do not target Aurora.
What should I do if I get this SAP-C02 question wrong?
Review aWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT), then practise related SAP-C02 questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
What is the key concept behind this question?
AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT)
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