Certification, Licensing, and Special Requirements
Certification or Licensing
A wide range of certification classes and programs are offered by tech companies, for-profit education companies, and professional associations. Because their quality varies greatly and new programs seem to emerge every month or so, it’s a good idea to talk with your college professors and current developers to learn which programs are valued by employers.
The IEEE Computer Society offers several quality certification credentials to individuals who meet experience and education requirements and pass an examination. These include the certified software development associate credential (for entry-level software professionals), the certified software development professional credential (for experienced software designers and engineers), and the professional software engineering master certification (for very experienced and skilled software professionals).
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