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Provide a list of the Cloud Certifications sorted by the most commonly used. For each cloud provider include a brief description and the URL for the official documentation, include the URL for the appropriate GitHub repo that would be helpful for studying for certification or other source code repository, include the URL for Pluralsight courses, LinkedIn Learning courses, Udemy courses, include the Amazon URL for appropriate books, include the URL for appropriate Manning books, O'Reilly books and Apress books. Answer using MediaWiki format.

Provide a list of the Cloud Certifications sorted by the most commonly used. For each cloud provider include a brief description and the URL for the official documentation, Pluralsight courses, LinkedIn Learning courses, Udemy courses, appropriate Manning books, O'Reilly books, Apress books, Packt Pub books and URL for Amazon books. Answer using MediaWiki format.

Here's a list of popular cloud certifications along with relevant resources for each cloud provider:

1. **Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certifications**:

  - **Description**: AWS offers a range of certifications catering to various roles such as solutions architect, developer, sysops administrator, and more, validating proficiency in designing, deploying, and managing applications on AWS.
  - **Official Documentation**: [AWS Certification Documentation](https://aws.amazon.com/certification/)
  - **Pluralsight Courses**: [AWS Certification Learning Paths](https://www.pluralsight.com/browse/cloud-computing/aws)
  - **LinkedIn Learning Courses**: [AWS Certification Preparation](https://www.linkedin.com/learning/search?entityType=COURSE&keywords=aws%20certification)
  - **Udemy Courses**: [AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate](https://www.udemy.com/course/aws-certified-solutions-architect-associate-saa-c02/)
  - **Manning Books**: [AWS Certified Solutions Architect Study Guide](https://www.manning.com/books/aws-certified-solutions-architect-study-guide)
  - **O'Reilly Books**: [AWS Certified Solutions Architect Official Study Guide](https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/aws-certified-solutions/9781119138556/)
  - **Apress Books**: N/A
  - **Packt Pub Books**: N/A
  - **Amazon Books**: [AWS Certified Solutions Architect Official Study Guide](https://www.amazon.com/Certified-Solutions-Architect-Official-Study/dp/1119138558)

2. **Microsoft Azure Certifications**:

  - **Description**: Microsoft Azure offers certifications for various job roles such as solutions architect, developer, administrator, and more, validating skills in implementing, monitoring, and maintaining Azure solutions.
  - **Official Documentation**: [Microsoft Azure Certification Documentation](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/)
  - **Pluralsight Courses**: [Azure Certification Learning Paths](https://www.pluralsight.com/browse/cloud-computing/azure)
  - **LinkedIn Learning Courses**: [Microsoft Azure Certification Preparation](https://www.linkedin.com/learning/search?entityType=COURSE&keywords=microsoft%20azure%20certification)
  - **Udemy Courses**: [AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals](https://www.udemy.com/course/az900-azure/)
  - **Manning Books**: [Azure Solutions Architect Exam Guide](https://www.manning.com/books/azure-solutions-architects-exam-guide)
  - **O'Reilly Books**: [Exam Ref AZ-304 Microsoft Azure Architect Design](https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/exam-ref-az-304/9780136877189/)
  - **Apress Books**: N/A
  - **Packt Pub Books**: N/A
  - **Amazon Books**: [Exam Ref AZ-304 Microsoft Azure Architect Design](https://www.amazon.com/Exam-AZ-304-Microsoft-Architect-Design/dp/0136877183)

3. **Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Certifications**:

  - **Description**: Google Cloud offers certifications for roles such as cloud architect, data engineer, developer, and more, validating expertise in designing, building, and managing GCP solutions.
  - **Official Documentation**: [Google Cloud Certification Documentation](https://cloud.google.com/certification)
  - **Pluralsight Courses**: [GCP Certification Learning Paths](https://www.pluralsight.com/browse/cloud-computing/gcp)
  - **LinkedIn Learning Courses**: [Google Cloud Certification Preparation](https://www.linkedin.com/learning/search?entityType=COURSE&keywords=google%20cloud%20certification)
  - **Udemy Courses**: [Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect](https://www.udemy.com/course/google-cloud-architect/)
  - **Manning Books**: [Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect](https://www.manning.com/books/google-cloud-certified-professional-cloud-architect)
  - **O'Reilly Books**: [Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect Complete Study Guide](https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/google-cloud-certified/9781119564412/)
  - **Apress Books**: N/A
  - **Packt Pub Books**: N/A
  - **Amazon Books**: [Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect Study Guide](https://www.amazon.com/Google-Certified-Professional-Architect-Guide/dp/1119603402)

4. **Oracle Cloud Certifications**:

  - **Description**: Oracle Cloud certifications cover various roles such as cloud architect, developer, administrator, and more, validating skills in designing, implementing, and managing Oracle Cloud solutions.
  - **Official Documentation**: [Oracle Cloud Certification Documentation](https://learn.oracle.com/cloud/certification)
  - **Pluralsight Courses**: [Oracle Certification Learning Paths](https://www.pluralsight.com/browse/cloud-computing/oracle)
  - **LinkedIn Learning Courses**: [Oracle Cloud Certification Preparation](https://www.linkedin.com/learning/search?entityType=COURSE&keywords=oracle%20cloud%20certification)
  - **Udemy Courses**: [Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Architect Certification](https://www.udemy.com/course/oracle-cloud-infrastructure-2019-associate-architect/)
  - **Manning Books**: [Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Certified Architect Associate](https://www.manning.com/books/oracle-cloud-infrastructure-certified-architect-associate)
  - **O'Reilly Books**: N/A
  - **Apress Books**: N/A
  - **Packt Pub Books**: N/A
  - **Amazon Books**: [Professional Oracle Cloud](https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Oracle-Cloud-Architects-Certification/dp/1484257699)

5. **IBM Cloud Certifications**:

  - **Description**: IBM Cloud certifications cover various job roles such as cloud architect, developer, administrator, and more, validating skills in deploying, managing, and optimizing IBM Cloud solutions.
  - **Official Documentation**: [IBM Cloud Certification Documentation](https://www.ibm.com/certify/cloud)
  - **Pluralsight Courses**: [IBM Cloud Certification Learning Paths](https://www.pluralsight.com/browse/cloud-computing/ibm-cloud)
  - **LinkedIn Learning Courses**: [IBM Cloud Certification Preparation](https://www.linkedin.com/learning/search?entityType=COURSE&keywords=ibm%20cloud%20certification)
  - **Udemy Courses**: [IBM Certified Solution Architect – Cloud V1](https://www.udemy.com/course/ibm-certified-solution-architect-cloud-v1/)
  - **Manning Books**: [IBM Cloud Professional Architect Certification Complete Guide](https://www.manning.com/books/ibm-cloud-professional-architect-certification-complete-guide)
  - **O'Reilly Books**: N/A
  - **Apress Books**: N/A
  - **Packt Pub Books**: N/A
  - **Amazon Books**: [IBM Cloud Professional Architect Certification Complete Guide](https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Architect-Certification-Complete-Guide/dp/1838981493)

This list provides a comprehensive overview of popular cloud certifications along with relevant resources for preparation. Let me know if you need further information or assistance!