Whenever I start learning something new, I like to have everything in order.
Before I even open the first tutorial, I plan what I’ll study first, what comes next, and how I’ll track it.
Recently, I started preparing for the SAP C_CPE (SAP Certified Associate - Backend Developer - SAP Cloud Application Programming Model) certification. Since this exam covers a mix of BTP architecture, SAP BAS, CAP, Side by side extensions, Cloud Foundry & Kyma Runtime it can easily feel like too much at once. So I created a simple structure to move step by step without feeling lost.
I began with the learning about BTP, and doing hands on by following SAP Learning Journeys, creating subaccount and adding entitlements and services (It gave me a very clear understanding of BTP architecture) and then Developing appliaction using high productivity tools of SAP BAS, Cloud Application Programming Model (CAP) because it’s the foundation of most topics in this certification. I’m spending around two weeks learning about CDS models, service layers and how everything connects in a CAP project. I’m following the official SAP Learning Journey https://learning.sap.com/certifications/sap-certified-associate-backend-developer-sap-cloud-program…...
My next focus is Cloud Foundry. I’ll spend about a week learning how to efficiently develop, run, and manage cloud-native applications on SAP BTP, Cloud Foundry Runtime.
After that, I’ll move to Side by side extention on BTP. This will cover deploying extension and integrating the app into SAP Build Work Zone.
The next stage is Developing Appliactions in Kyma Environment. I’ll take about two weeks to explore a comprehensive understanding of Kubernetes and to orchestrate the deployment of the applications in the cloud.
Finally, I’ll study Advanced Extensions with SAP Cloud SDK for about two more weeks. These are slightly advanced topics but very useful for understanding to develop and integrate Java, JavaScript, and TypeScript extension applications for SAP solutions like SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition.
So in short, this will be my roadmap-
Recommended Study Sequence
Here’s the order I suggest, from foundational to more advanced :
1.Exploring SAP Business Technology Platform 5hrs (link : https://learning.sap.com/courses/exploring-sap-business-technology-platform)
- This gives you a broad overview of the entire platform (services, architecture, what BTP is). Good for building your base understanding.
- So start here.
2.Develop Full‑Stack Applications Using Productivity Tools in SAP Business Application Studio 8hrs (https://learning.sap.com/learning-journeys/develop-full-stack-applications-using-productivity-tools-...
3.Develop Applications on SAP BTP, Cloud Foundry Runtime 4hrs(https://learning.sap.com/learning-journeys/developing-applications-on-sap-btp-cloud-foundry-runtime)
- The Cloud Foundry runtime is a major runtime environment in BTP. Understanding how to build and deploy there is critical.
4.Build Side‑by‑Side Extensions on SAP BTP 8hrs (https://learning.sap.com/learning-journeys/build-side-by-side-extensions-on-sap-btp)
- After tooling and platform basics, you dive into extension scenarios (for example side-by-side extensions of S/4HANA using CAP). This aligns closely with CAP certification topics.
5.Developing Applications in SAP BTP, Kyma Runtime 8hrs(https://learning.sap.com/learning-journeys/developing-applications-in-sap-btp-kyma-runtime)
- Kyma Runtime is more advanced (Kubernetes, microservices, event-mesh) and often sits on top of foundational knowledge.
6.Develop Advanced Extensions with SAP Cloud SDK 11hrs (https://learning.sap.com/learning-journeys/develop-advanced-extensions-with-sap-cloud-sdk)
This is relatively specialized/advanced (SAP Cloud SDK, perhaps custom libraries, integrations). Once you’ve mastered the fundamentals above, you go here.
By the end of this plan, I’ll go through a short revision period with mock questions and quick notes from my learning.
This structured approach keeps my study plan clear and prevents me from feeling overwhelmed.
I study for two to four hours a day which feels realistic, and the small milestones make it easier to stay consistent.
If you’re also preparing for C_CPE, it really helps to make your own sequence instead of jumping randomly between topics. The Learning Journeys are excellent resources, but having a personal roadmap makes a big difference.
I’d love to hear how others are preparing for this certification too.
What topics are you finding most challenging so far and how are you managing the learning
Bluesky
