Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certifications: News & Overviews
The AWS certification portfolio described in older announcements has changed materially. As of October 2026, CloudOps Engineer – Associate (SOA-C03) replaced SysOps Administrator, Machine Learning – Specialty ended on March 31, 2026, and the Database and Data Analytics Specialty assessments were withdrawn in 2024. Developers and Professional Solutions Architects also face announced late-2026 exam-version transitions.… Read More »
NEW Cisco Service Provider Mobility Specialist Certs: CDMA and UMTS
Cisco’s certification program has consistently evolved to reflect the technologies that matter most to the organizations and professionals who build and maintain critical communication infrastructure. The introduction of new Service Provider Mobility Specialist credentials focused on CDMA and UMTS technologies represents a significant addition to an already comprehensive catalog of networking and telecommunications certifications. These… Read More »
Mobile App Security Professional? Get CSSLP-Certified!
Mobile application security has become one of the most pressing concerns in modern software development, and professionals who specialize in this area are finding themselves at the center of an industry-wide conversation about how to build software that resists attack. Every day, millions of people trust mobile applications with their most sensitive personal and financial… Read More »
Coming Soon: GNFA, World’s First Network Forensics Certification
When GIAC introduced the Network Forensic Analyst credential, the emphasis was on recognizing a discipline that often sat between network engineering and incident response. The original 2014 'coming soon' framing is now obsolete: GNFA is an established certification with a published syllabus and exam format. Its enduring reader value is a clear explanation of network… Read More »
Want to Become a Lawyer? Hack LSAT Easily!
Why old LSAT advice must be updated The LSAT is a skills-focused admissions assessment that places substantial weight on reasoning from written information. Older LSAT guides devote many pages to Analytical Reasoning, often called Logic Games. That material no longer describes the current scored test. Starting with the August 2024 administration, LSAC replaced the scored… Read More »
Take New Microsoft Azure and Office 365 Exams For FREE!
Editorial update — October 2026: The Azure and Office 365 free-exam opportunity described here was a limited 2014 promotional program. It is not evidence of a valid Microsoft voucher in 2026. The former exam selection, redemption steps and eligibility conditions belong to that campaign; anyone looking for free learning or an actual discount now should… Read More »
Cloudera Certifications: Worth Your Attention
Historical context for this 2014 article Originally published on October 14, 2014, this article records Cloudera's earlier certification portfolio. 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 active offers… Read More »
Passing DAT: There is an Easier Way
What the DAT measures The Dental Admission Test is used by dental education programs to help assess academic readiness. The American Dental Association describes four main sections: Survey of the Natural Sciences, Perceptual Ability, Reading Comprehension and Quantitative Reasoning. Natural sciences includes biology, general chemistry and organic chemistry. The test is broader than a single… Read More »
VCEs For ANY Exam Preparation, from DAT to GMAT & More: Learn While Saving Money
Different exams assess different abilities The original 2014 article proposed VCE files as a cost-saving preparation method for almost any exam, including the Dental Admission Test and the GMAT. That overstates what a file format can accomplish. Admissions tests are designed and updated by distinct examination bodies, and an IT certification may include hands-on operational… Read More »
In The Spotlight: Big Data Concept & Latest Certifications
Historical context for this 2014 article Originally published on October 08, 2014, this article records big-data technology and certification programs as discussed 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… Read More »
The New Windows Is On Its Way: Have You Heard of Windows 10?
In October 2014, Microsoft’s reveal of Windows 10 signaled a change in the Windows experience after the controversy surrounding Windows 8. The return of familiar navigation, new security features and a broader device strategy were central talking points. Those announcements are now history. Windows 10’s general support lifecycle reached a major endpoint on 14 October… Read More »
Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA): Wider Exam Selection is Here
Historical context for this 2014 article Originally published on September 29, 2014, this article records an expansion of the RHCA examination selection. 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,… Read More »
Have You Heard? Red Hat Changes Certification Program on October 1
Historical context for this 2014 article Originally published on September 26, 2014, this article records Red Hat's October certification-policy announcement. 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 active… Read More »
Microsoft Exams are Now Available at Pearson VUE
The relationship between Microsoft and Pearson VUE marked a significant moment in the history of technology certification delivery. When Microsoft made the decision to offer its full catalog of certification examinations through Pearson VUE testing centers, it represented a meaningful shift in how candidates could access, schedule, and complete Microsoft credential assessments. For the millions… Read More »
Attention System Administrators: New Linux Certifications Launched Specially For You
Linux system administration credentials have helped professionals structure their learning for years, but a program promoted as new in 2014 cannot be assumed to have the same title, objectives or testing format in 2026. The more enduring question is which hands-on operational tasks a learner can perform independently. This guide preserves the context of earlier… Read More »
