This training is not just another course—it’s an investment in your career growth. It equips you with practical skills to become a world-class software architect and stand out in a competitive job market.
The knowledge you gain in this course will have a long-lasting impact on your career, enhancing your ability to lead, design, and succeed for years to come.
The course is built on a curriculum designed by top software architecture experts in the industry and enriched with practical examples and additional content from Michael’s experience as a Software Architect.

The CPSA-F focuses on the core principles of software architecture, emphasizing small to mid-sized systems. In addition, it teaches many other non-technical but critically important skills a Software Architect requires for their job. The other ​courses​ complement this by focusing primarily on the technical aspects of large-scale systems.
Another distinction is the curriculum of the CPSA-F training is created by the iSAQB's expert working group, enhanced by Michael's teaching and industry experience. The curricula of the other software architecture courses are created solely by Michael Pogrebinsky.
So, completing all of Top Developer Academy's software architecture courses gives you a very wide perspective and complete knowledge of software architecture.

This training is targeted for industry practitioners with at least 18 months of practical software development experience outside of academia.
However, we will not stop you from taking the training if you don't meet those prerequisites. Nor will iSAQB.

The CPSA-F® exam voucher is not included in the training enrollment and needs to be purchased separately from an independent certification body accredited by iSAQB®.

However, thanks to an exclusive partnership with a top certification provider, you’ll receive a substantial discount on the CPSA-F® exam voucher. This benefit is available only to Top Developer Academy's students.

Please note, that prices may vary by country and currency.

No!

This on-demand, fully self-paced training.

You can watch the video lessons from the comfort of your home, or office at your own pace and on your schedule.

For example, if this training is not offered by your employer and you don't have dedicated time to watch it during work hours, you can do it on weekends, lunch breaks, before or after work - Any time you choose.

This course is for anyone interested in software architecture.

It is particularly suitable for:

• Software engineers

• Software developers

• Software analysts

It is also beneficial for:

• Technical leads

• Software architects

• Engineering managers

who want to refresh their knowledge, close any knowledge gaps, and earn an internationally recognized certificate.

No. Due to quality standards requirements mandated by iSAQB, this course can only be offered exclusively on the website of an officially accredited training provider.

The International Software Architecture Qualification Board (iSAQB®) is a global, non-profit organization that develops and maintains standardized curricula and certification programs for software architecture professionals.

Founded by industry experts, iSAQB® aims to ensure high competence in software architecture through its Certified Professional for Software Architecture (CPSA®) certifications.

CPSA-F® stands for Certified Professional for Software Architecture - Foundation Level. It is the first of several software architecture certification curricula schemes created and standardized by iSAQB®. Earning the CPSA-F® certificate demonstrates a solid understanding of the fundamental principles of software architecture, making you a more qualified and credible professional in the field of software architecture.

Once you purchase the CPSA-F® exam voucher from an officially accredited certification body, you will receive all the instructions on how to schedule, and prepare your computer for taking the exam.

Exams can be taken remotely using your own/company computer. Alternatively, depending on the availability of the exam provider, exams can be taken at a physical test center.

No! Unlike many IT certifications that expire after a few years, requiring you to repeatedly study and pay an exam, the CPSA-F® certificate never expires.

Additionally the skills and knowledge you gain from training for this certificate will last you for your entire career.

Yes. This is an officially accredited training by iSAQB and fully complies with the CPSA-F exam requirements.

Yes. Many employers purchase this training to up-skill and certify their employees.
Additionally, most IT companies have an education budget that allows employees to enroll in online courses relevant to their profession, and be fully or partially reimbursed. Top Developer Academy can provide a letter explaining the value of the CPSA-F training and certification upon request.

Even though this course is self-paced training, you can always contact the trainer with questions about the content. Response time varies by country and timezone, but you’re guaranteed to receive help and support for every reasonable question related to the course material and the CPSA-F examination.