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MySQL Database Developer Certified Professional

MySQL Database Developer Certified Professional vs 3 alternatives compared

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MySQL Database Developer Certified ProfessionalOracle Database SQL Certified AssociateOracle Database Administrator Certified ProfessionalMongoDB Associate Database Administrator
VendorOracleOracleOracleMongoDB
LevelIntermediateBeginnerAdvancedIntermediate
Exam fee$245$245$245$150
Duration————
Passing score————
Valid for————
Typical salary$90K–$120K$70K–$95K$110K–$145K$100K–$130K
Prerequisites————

Which should you choose?

Should I take MySQL Database Developer Certified Professional or Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate first?

Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate is the lower-level certification (Beginner vs Intermediate), so it is usually the better first step.

Should I take MySQL Database Developer Certified Professional or Oracle Database Administrator Certified Professional first?

MySQL Database Developer Certified Professional is the lower-level certification (Intermediate vs Advanced), so it is usually the better first step.

Should I take MySQL Database Developer Certified Professional or MongoDB Associate Database Administrator first?

Both are rated Intermediate. Pick the one whose exam domains match the job you want, and check which one employers in your area ask for.