CDM Study Guide 2026
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CDM exam key facts
- The GSDC Certified DevOps Master exam has 40 multiple-choice questions. Source
- The GSDC Certified DevOps Master exam allows 90 minutes. Source
- The passing score for the GSDC Certified DevOps Master exam is 65%. Source
- The GSDC Certified DevOps Master exam package includes one free retake. Source
- The GSDC Certified DevOps Master certification is valid for 5 years. Source
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📚 CDM Topics to Study (23)
✍️ Sample CDM Questions & Answers
1. What is 'GitOps' and how does it relate to Kubernetes deployments?
GitOps (popularized by tools like ArgoCD and Flux) uses Git as the single source of truth for cluster state, with controllers that automatically apply changes when the Git repo is updated.
2. What is an incident response plan?
An incident response plan is a documented set of procedures and guidelines that an organization follows when a security breach, system outage, or other critical incident occurs. It outlines the steps for identifying, containing, eradicating, recovering from, and analyzing incidents. A well-defined plan ensures a coordinated and effective response, minimizing damage and recovery time.
3. Which assessment method provides the MOST reliable data for CDM professionals making critical decisions?
Combining standardized tools with professional observation provides the most comprehensive data.
4. What is the MOST important reason for maintaining equipment maintenance logs in CDM practice?
Maintenance logs track history, predict failures, and demonstrate regulatory compliance.
5. What is the PRIMARY purpose of obtaining CDM certification in Certified DevOps Master?
Certification demonstrates verified competency and adherence to professional standards.
6. What is Static Application Security Testing (SAST)?
SAST tools analyze source code, bytecode, or binaries at rest to find security vulnerabilities such as SQL injection or buffer overflows before the code runs.
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Sources & references
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- gsdcouncil.org — Eligibility, exam format, passing score, retake policy, time limit, score validity, score release · verified Oct 2026