All MCSA SQL Certifications (the old SQL Server certifications for on-premises DBAs) have been transitioned into Azure certifications. The MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Administration certification was the last SQL Server certification available and was retired on Jan 31, 2021.
The corresponding Azure certification for SQL Server DBAs is now the "Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate" certification.
Answer from Alberto Morillo on learn.microsoft.comAll MCSA SQL Certifications (the old SQL Server certifications for on-premises DBAs) have been transitioned into Azure certifications. The MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Administration certification was the last SQL Server certification available and was retired on Jan 31, 2021.
The corresponding Azure certification for SQL Server DBAs is now the "Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate" certification.
Hi @Lance Charles
Will there be Windows Server 2019 and SQL Server 2019 certifications available?
No, there will not be Windows Server 2019 and SQL Server 2019 certifications. Windows Server 2019 and SQL Server 2019 content will be included in role-based certifications on an as-needed basis for certain job roles in the Azure Apps & Infrastructure and Data & AI solution areas.
Refer to this doc for more details: MCSA, MCSD, MCSE certifications retire; with continued investment to role-based certifications.
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Cosmog Hong
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I have a degree in International Relations and I’m looking towards changing careers to Data Analysis. My current work environment is just not it for me anymore.
I’m currently enrolled in a data analysis course that has introduced me to Power BI, python and sql. SQL is the one that I have enjoyed the most but would like in depth training to help find a job.
I would like to know is the SQL certificate from Microsoft is worth the money or if there other websites I could use to improve my skill.
Hi
all MCSA and MCSE tracks and associated exams were retired on January 31st 2021 and replaced by Role-based certifications on the Azure Tracks. I would say the closest match to your requirements would be this:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/certifications/azure-database-administrator-associate/
You can browse all role-based certifications here:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/certifications/browse/?type=role-based
Hope this helps,
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Michael Durkan
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Hi @Patric Nghifikwa ,
This article brings together certificates from different databases, which may be useful for you.
https://www.coursera.org/articles/sql-certifications-for-your-data-career
Depending on your goals, you may choose to master the basics with the Azure AI Fundamentals certification, or level up with the Azure Database Administrator Associate, Azure Data Engineer Associate, Data Analyst Associate, or Azure Developer Associate certifications, or find the right Microsoft Azure certification for you, based on your profession.
Please refer to this:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/certifications/exams/dp-900/
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Seeya
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I am a high school student and want to become a certified SQL dev. Which exam should I take as a beginner? Is oracle better or microsoft better? By the way, although I can afford but Oracle's exams are super expensive as compared to microsoft
EDIT: My main purpose is to highlight this on my college resume so that I can get into a really good college next year