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Cert-Team
by Databricks Employee
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Suspended Exam? Don't worry! Our support team can help!

Taking exams is so stressful already, and if your exam gets suspended it is extra stressful. Don't worry! Our support team is awesome and will help you get back on track. The most important step is to file a ticket in our Help Center. Be sure to inc...

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nileshrivastava
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Hi Databricks Team,I have faced the issue where I went to exam centre for Databricks Data Engineer Associate exam on 22/11/2025 12:15 IST. There was a technical error where authorization code for any of the candidates present was not working hence no...

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Cert-Team
by Databricks Employee
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Trouble Launching your Certification Exam? Read this now!

Hey there, test-takers! We know that launching your certification exam can be a bit nerve-wracking, especially if you encounter technical issues. But don't worry, Kryterion is available to help you!If you experience technical difficulties during set-...

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WiliamRosa
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Tks for sharing!

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Cert-Team
by Databricks Employee
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Our new Databricks Certification FAQ is live!

Looking to get Databricks Certified, but have lots of questions? Our new FAQ can help! The FAQ is broken down into sections for easy access to help you get what you need quickly. Whether you need to know about the online testing requirements or what ...

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Cert-Team
Databricks Employee
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Hi, please create an account here: https://www.webassessor.com/databricksOnce you create an account, you will be able to register for an exam.for faster response to inquiries, please file a ticket with our support team @Cert-TeamOPS FYI

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Cert-Team
by Databricks Employee
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Minimize the chances of your exam getting suspended - Tip #3

Being mindful of your behavior while taking an online proctored exam is another thing you can do to avoid an exam suspension. Here are some behavior tips to make your testing experience smoother: Take your exam in a private, quiet room with the door ...

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Cert-Team
Databricks Employee
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@rswarnkar5 Just FYI - We added the test center option almost a year ago.

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Cert-Team
by Databricks Employee
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Minimize the chances of your exam getting suspended - Tip #2

Preparing your testing room is one of the things you can do to avoid an exam suspension. If the proctoring system detects repetitive eye movements, talking, or motion away from the camera, it could flag the need for a room pan. Don’t stress! If you p...

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andy449holland
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Hello,Preparing your testing room is an important step to help avoid an exam suspension. If the proctoring system detects repetitive eye movements, talking, or any motion away from the camera, it may flag the need for a room pan. There’s no need to s...

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Cert-Team
by Databricks Employee
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Minimize the risk of your exam getting suspended - Tip #1

The number one cause of exam suspensions is loss of video feed. This is often because your computer is not set up right for taking an online proctored exam. Before launching an exam, make sure the computer you are using meets the technical requiremen...

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ava951rob
New Contributor II
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Hello,That's a great tip! Losing video feed sounds like a major headache. I'll definitely run the Kryterion System Check a few days before my online proctored exam to make sure my setup is good to go.

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Cert-Bricks
by Databricks Employee
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Why is exam security important?

Databricks Certification asks our exam takers to prep and act a certain way before and during remote-proctored exams. In many ways, it can seem strange what we ask of people. For example, we ask them to remove phones from their desks, to not read que...

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Raju2309
by New Contributor
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Databricks Certification Exam Suspended

Hello Team,I faced multiple interruptions and challenges while attempting my certification, The exam got paused 4 times where twice I had to show my desk and my entire room. Eventually my exam got suspended. I was not involved in any unfair means and...

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cert-ops
Databricks Employee
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Hello @Raju2309,Thank you for filing a ticket with our support team, Support team will respond shortly. Please note that we cannot provide support or handle exam suspensions via community.Thanks & Regards,@cert-ops

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prashantr
by New Contributor
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Reschedule Exam

Hi Team, @data_help @helpdesk @Cert-Team @Cert-TeamOPS I have missed the certification exam schedule due to an Electricity issue, Is there a possibility this can be reschedule to today anytime or tomorrow? I am not able to reschedule option as my exa...

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cert-ops
Databricks Employee
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Hello @prashantr,Sorry to hear you missed your exam window. Thank you for filling the ticket with our support team so they can review the case and determine next steps. Please note that we cannot provide support via community.Thanks & Regards@cert-op...

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Vdevalraju
by New Contributor
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Exam Suspended.

I am writing regarding the suspension of my Databricks Data Engineer Associate exam on 21.03.2024 due to suspected behavior flagged by my proctor. During the session, the proctor requested a full room scan, which I complied with, and everything was c...

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cert-ops
Databricks Employee
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Hello @Vdevalraju,Thank you for filing a ticket with our support team, Support team will respond shortly. Please note that we cannot provide support or handle exam suspensions via community.Thanks & Regards,@cert-ops

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AnaNibha
by New Contributor
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Advika
Databricks Employee
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Hello @AnaNibha! In addition to what @ilir_nuredini mentioned, the best way to prepare for a Databricks certification exam is by reviewing the comprehensive exam guide, which also includes sample questions. You can find it in the “Getting Ready for t...

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piotrsofts
by New Contributor III
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Solutions Architect Essentials Badge - Champion Candidate

HelloHow to participate in "Solutions Architect Essentials Badge" - I would like to become champion, I have completed all other steps - however - I cannot find place to start the course - what to do ?

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RahulGupta
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Please connect with your PSA from databricks side who will get you enrolled in SA Essentials training. Post completion of instructor led training which is of 3 days you will receive the badge (post completion of assignments during the training).Hope ...

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ashwinbhalerao
by New Contributor
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Resolved! Databricks exam got suspended

Hi team,My Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional exam got suspended with 30 minutes left to the test and few questions unanswered. I had also shown my exam room to the proctor. My exam got suspended due to eye movement. I was not moving my ...

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Cert-Team
Databricks Employee
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@vijay56 as mentioned above it can take 24-48 hours for the support team to respond, but in the meantime, please check your spam box. 

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joseeg
by New Contributor II
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Resolved! Data Warehousing Practitioner

Hello, everyone.Regarding the new virtual learning festival coming up, there is a new learning path called "Data Warehousing Practitioner". There, it teases a new certification coming up.My question is whether the voucher we are getting for this virt...

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Advika
Databricks Employee
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Hello @joseeg! The voucher offered during the Learning Festival can be applied to any Certification exam. Since the Data Warehousing Certification has not been announced and no timeline has been shared, it’s best to use the voucher for one of the exi...

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adirk
by New Contributor
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Exam Suspended

Hi Team,My Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional exam was suspended on August 26, 2025. The exam was stopped midway, and support person asked me to show the full view of the room. I showed the room for about 15 minutes. After that, I was to...

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cert-ops
Databricks Employee
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Hello @adirk,Thank you for filing a ticket with our support team, Support team will respond shortly. Please note that we cannot provide support or handle exam suspensions via community.Thanks & Regards,@cert-ops

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Sameer3
by New Contributor II
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EXAM Suspended

Hi @Cert-Team my exam is also suspended can you please help me on this I have studied a lot for this exam please let me know I have also show my room to protocre person still they suspended my exam. Please help me on this and find my details.#0072525...

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WiliamRosa
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Hi @Sameer3,In this case, Databricks support asks you to follow the following guidelines:Thank you for reaching out to Databricks Community support!We know how frustrating it must be for you. Thank you for filing a ticket with our support team. Pleas...

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Sangamithra_pra
by New Contributor II
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Resolved! Exam got suspended

I am writing regarding the suspension of my Databricks Data Engineer Associate exam on 21.03.2024 due to suspected behavior flagged by my proctor. During the session, the proctor requested a full room scan, which I complied with, and everything was c...

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vipulanand18
New Contributor II
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I am writing regarding the suspension of my Databricks Data Engineer Associate exam on 23.08.2025, which was flagged due to suspected behavior. During the session, the proctor requested a full room scan, which I promptly complied with. I believe this...

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Cert-Team
by Databricks Employee
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Trouble Launching your Certification Exam? Read this now!

Hey there, test-takers! We know that launching your certification exam can be a bit nerve-wracking, especially if you encounter technical issues. But don't worry, Kryterion is available to help you!If you experience technical difficulties during set-...

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WiliamRosa
Contributor III
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Tks for sharing!

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farazwq
by New Contributor
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Cannot register for Machine Learning Professional Beta exam

Whenever I try to use my coupon which I received on my email, it says coupon invalid for the user id, but i am using the same email and user id i applied with. I have tried multiple times still the same, tomorrow is the last day. Please help!!

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Khaja_Zaffer
Contributor III
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Hello @farazwq Greetings!Sad to know about the experience you are going through. But you can raise a cut ticket for your issue over here: https://help.databricks.com/s/contact-us Someone will surely get back to you!All the best!

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garry426milner
by New Contributor II
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Which resources did you find most helpful

Hello,Which resources did you find most helpful for preparing for the exam?

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szymon_dybczak
Esteemed Contributor III
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Hi @garry426milner ,For sure Databricks Academy. It gives you really structured learning path that aligns with exam objectives. Also, check Udemy courses and practice exam by Derar Alhussein. They are really good.

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kerolos_hany
by New Contributor III
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Resolved! Voucher For Data Engineer Associate Exam

Hi, I’m preparing for the Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate exam.Could you please let me know how I can get a voucher or discount code for the exam?Are there any ongoing events, trainings, or promotions that provide vouchers?Thanks in adva...

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szymon_dybczak
Esteemed Contributor III
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Hi @kerolos_hany ,You can earn 50%0 discount in upcoming databricks learning festival You can read more at below link:https://community.databricks.com/t5/events/virtual-learning-festival-10-october-31-october-2025/ec-p/127652#M4260

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veena_v
by New Contributor
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Resolved! Data Engineer Professional Beta Exam

Hi Would anyone be able to provide me information on the Data Engineer Professional Beta Exam. Where can I access the syllabus and so on.Thanks in advance!

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szymon_dybczak
Esteemed Contributor III
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Hi @veena_v ,Ok, now I know what're you taking about Here's a syllabus:  

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