First MySQL Certification Exam Goes Beta

http://gocertify.com/news/certwatch021201.shtml

"The MySQL Core Certification exam started its beta period at VUE testing
centers on November 21. This is the first exam for a new, two-tier
certification program covering the MySQL database.

MySQL Core Certification is intended for individuals who assist in
maintaining data in company databases, perform data analysis, import and
export data, and perform other administrative functions. It covers
creating and using databases and tables, as well as inserting, modifying,
deleting, and retrieving data from a MySQL database. The associated exam
contains approximately 70 questions and test takers have up to 90 minutes
to complete it. The core exam costs $200. During the introductory period
(the first six months after initial release), the price will be discounted
by $50. The beta exam will probably have more questions (they usually do).
It lasts 150 minutes.

MySQL Professional Certification (MySQL-Prof) is a more advanced title
that signifies the ability to install a server from scratch and keep it
running smoothly. The material covered includes using the new table types,
more advanced SQL, and analyzing and optimizing queries. As with the Core
certification, this title requires passing a single exam containing
approximately 70 questions and lasting up to 1 ½ hours. The exam will cost
$250. During the introductory period, the price will be discounted by $50.
Before attempting the professional level, you must first earn the Core
certification. The exam for this certification isn't available yet.

MySQL certifications are version specific. When a version becomes
outdated, the related certifications will be retired, with advance notice
from MySQL AB, which created and will administer the program. MySQL AB is
a company founded by the lead developers of the MySQL server. Read more on
the MySQL Web site."

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