Category Archives: All Certifications
Brocade Offers FREE NFV Certification
Brocade once used a free network functions virtualization certification offer to introduce network professionals to software-defined infrastructure. That offer should not be advertised as active. A Broadcom community response by a Broadcom employee confirmed in July 2018 that the Brocade certification and accreditation program had been cancelled. Understanding the underlying NFV concepts is still worthwhile,… Read More »
Google Apps Certification Program Is Here!
The Google Apps certification program belongs to an earlier chapter of Google’s training history. The platform was renamed Google Workspace, and the old Professional Google Workspace Administrator exam was retired on December 31, 2024. People planning an administrator credential now should evaluate the active Associate Google Workspace Administrator certification rather than register for the retired… Read More »
Red Hat Updates RHEL7-Related Exams: EX200 and EX300
Historical context for this 2014 article Originally published on June 24, 2014, this article records RHEL 7-era EX200 and EX300 changes. The discussion below retains the language and assumptions of its publication period. Words such as “new,” “now,” “coming soon,” “free,” and references to exam registration or a specific product release are historical statements, not… Read More »
New Certification Alert: Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE)
The Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) designation once offered a clear path for administrators who worked with Veeam Backup & Replication. The older news announcement about the certification is now a historical account rather than a current exam launch. Veeam retired VMCE and VMCA and introduced new credentials for broader data protection responsibilities. In June 2026,… Read More »
Free Virtualization Training From VMware: Sign Up Today
VMware's 2014 announcement about free virtualization training is part of the history of its education program, not a voucher or course offer that can be assumed to work today. For an engineer looking for accessible learning in 2026, the useful distinction is between archived promotions, free product labs, and paid or subscription-based education. VMware products… Read More »
PMI-PBA: The New PMI Certification Is Out!
This article records a period when PMI-PBA was being introduced, not a newly launched examination in 2026. The Professional in Business Analysis credential addresses requirements analysis and business-analysis practice; it should not be confused with PMP project leadership or with IIBA qualifications. Eligibility, application documentation, maintenance requirements, and exam content can change independently of the… Read More »
Cisco CCIE and CCDE Exam Policy Changes
Cisco certifications have always commanded exceptional respect in the networking industry, and the CCIE and CCDE credentials sit at the very top of that hierarchy. The Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert and Cisco Certified Design Expert represent the most rigorous and prestigious achievements available to networking professionals, requiring years of practical experience, deep technical knowledge, and… Read More »
Becoming Certified System Administrator in Red Hat OpenStack: VIDEO
Historical context for this 2014 article Originally published on June 05, 2014, this article records Red Hat OpenStack administration and the way training videos once supported performance-based preparation. The discussion below retains the language and assumptions of its publication period. Words such as “new,” “now,” “coming soon,” “free,” and references to exam registration or a… Read More »
Microsoft Tech Ed North America has long been one of the most anticipated events in the enterprise technology calendar, bringing together developers, system administrators, IT professionals, and technology decision-makers for days of intensive learning, product demonstrations, and community engagement. The 2014 edition of this event delivered an exceptional range of educational content, and among the… Read More »
TIBCO: Overview & New TB0-126 Exam
TIBCO Software has occupied a significant position in the enterprise middleware and integration software market for decades, building a reputation as one of the most capable providers of technology that connects disparate systems, processes real-time data streams, and enables organizations to act on business events as they occur rather than after the fact. The company’s… Read More »
70-496, 70-497, 70-498 Exam Updates Coming
Microsoft’s decision to update the 70-496, 70-497, and 70-498 examinations came from a combination of factors that made refreshing the content both necessary and timely. The Visual Studio and Team Foundation Server ecosystem had evolved considerably since these exams were originally developed, with new features, updated workflows, and revised best practices emerging through successive product… Read More »
What’s CIW, And Should I Earn A CIW Credential?
Historical context for this 2014 article Originally published on May 13, 2014, this article records the CIW web-professional certification as presented in 2014. The discussion below retains the language and assumptions of its publication period. Words such as “new,” “now,” “coming soon,” “free,” and references to exam registration or a specific product release are historical… Read More »
VCDX: World’s Top IT Credential
VMware’s VCDX certification has been associated with expert-level infrastructure design for many years. Its 2026 evolution is particularly important: Broadcom has renamed the credential VMware Certified Distinguished Expert and widened the program’s scope to include architects, administrators, and support specialists. The original designation, VMware Certified Design Expert, describes the historical program, not the whole modern… Read More »
Don’t Miss 40% OFF Promo At Microsoft Press!
Editorial update — October 2026: This 2014 Microsoft Press 40% discount announcement is an archive of a time-limited book promotion, not a current checkout code. Microsoft Press titles and availability change with each product generation. Use the explanation of how to assess study resources, but check the retailer’s present pricing and edition before purchasing training… Read More »
SQL Server 2014 Upgrade Exams… Upgraded!
Historical certification context — October 2026: This article discusses the SQL Server 2012/2014 certification and upgrade pathway as it existed at the time. Microsoft retired the MCSA SQL Server 2012/2014 credential and its associated exams on January 31, 2021. References below to available upgrade tests, registrations or immediate exam preparation are historical, not current opportunities.… Read More »
