MongoDB has announced a certification programme for developers and DBAs which will certify the knowledge of concepts and mechanics, including practical skills required to build applications backed by the NoSQL database. MongoDB certification will offer DBAs and developers a new means to prove expertise on MongoDB and helps organizations hire and develop qualified professionals.
The company will initially offer Associate MongoDB Certified Developer exam beginning December 3, 2013, and roll out Professional and Master MongoDB Certified Developer exams in the coming year. The exams, which cost $150, will be administered online through the MongoDB University platform to ensure worldwide accessibility. Certificates will include a unique licence number that can be verified through MongoDB University’s website.
The launch of MongoDB certification is a response to the widespread adoption of our NoSQL database, and the increasing importance employers are placing on MongoDB expertise. Our rigorous, hands-on exam helps developers and DBAs build their careers, while providing organizations with a trusted indicator that potential employees have the right skill set to deliver on projects in this competitive industry, said Andrew Erlichson, Vice-President, Education and Cloud Services, MongoDB.
While completing courses offered by MongoDB University will prepare individuals for the exams, certification is separate from MongoDB University coursework and is open to everyone, recognizing that many individuals will have acquired their knowledge of MongoDB by other means.
