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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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hunter01
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Hello @Cert-Team @cert-ops @Advika,I was facing technical issues during my Databricks Data Engineer Associate Certification Exam, so I reached out to the support team for help. The support team kindly rescheduled my exam, and I was able to start it a...

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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
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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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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
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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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NA1
by New Contributor II
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Resolved! Free voucher or 75% off voucher

Hi Team,   Am planning to data engineer associate certification, How can i get 75% off voucher? Is there any training regarding this? If yes, can u please share the link?

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parashar4you
New Contributor II
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Hi Team , I wanted to give databricks certification exam , can you please send me voucher

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Ranganathan
by New Contributor II
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Resolved! Reduce Latency Of SQl queries

While preparing for Databricks Engineer Associate exam, came across a below question.Question: he data analysis team has reported slow Databricks SQL query performance when using their always-on SQL endpoint, especially during periods of high concurr...

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szymon_dybczak
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Hi @Ranganathan ,Since in this scenario we're dealing with high concurrency issue and sql endpoint is always-on the correct answer should be:- "They can increase the maximum bound of the SQL endpoint’s scaling range"

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andreianegreira
by New Contributor II
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Resolved! Request to Reschedule Databricks Data Engineer Associate Exam

Hi Team, Upon attempting to access my exam in which was scheduled for today Nov 12th 2024 at 1:30 PM, I encountered an issue on the Webassessor page, which stated: "Your assessment must be launched at scheduled time. Now the time has passed. Please c...

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Manyaraj_1
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Hi @Cert-TeamOPS  I had applied for the Databricks Data Engineer Associate exam and was scheduled to appear on July 26 2025, at 4:00 PM.  It appears the system registered the exam for 4:00 AM instead of 4:00 PM, though I am confident I selected the a...

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Debasmita2006
by New Contributor
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Databricks exam got suspended. Need urgent help

 Hello Team, I faced multiple interruptions and challenges while attempting my certification, The exam got paused automatically without any violation,i had also shown my whole desk and room and successfully varified also. Eventually my exam got suspe...

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cert-ops
Databricks Employee
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Hello @Debasmita2006,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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TomDatabricks
by New Contributor III
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Resolved! Urgent: Missed my exam certification due to AM/PM mix up

Hello, I have a support ticket already raised: #00705842 but I'm hoping posting here can help fast track this tooI had a Databricks Data Engineer Associate exam booked today for 2:30, logged on to make sure I'd be able to launch it and it said the ti...

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TomDatabricks
New Contributor III
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Hi team, @data_help @helpdesk @Cert-Team @Cert-TeamOPS I’m still struggling to get this resolved, support viewed my ticket today at 6:40 PM UK time and rescheduled the exam for 8PM UK time same day, by this point I was not home and then did not see u...

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Sandhya1825
by New Contributor III
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Resolved! Databricks Certification Exam Suspended. kindly help to reschedule

Hi Team, I have experienced a pathetic experience today while giving my Data bricks certification exam for data analyst associate. Initially, to launch the exam, it took much time. After the exam has started,  I did not take my eyes off the screen bu...

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Cert-Team
Databricks Employee
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@Nishanthi details here: https://community.databricks.com/t5/certifications/suspended-exam-don-t-worry-our-support-team-can-help/td-p/44469

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jsingh3
by New Contributor II
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Resolved! Exam got suspended - 00705622

My Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate exam got suspended with 15 minutes. I had also shown my exam room to the proctor. My exam got suspended due to my room is not suitable to write online exam. so i want to re-schedule the exam to today it...

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@Cert-Team
@cert_ops
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jsingh3
New Contributor II
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@Cert-TeamOPS @cert-ops  -Can you please help me in scheduling the exam for today as the exam pattern will be changing tomorrow onwards. 

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KikeFranssen
by New Contributor II
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Resolved! Missed the certification exam schedule - reschedule required

Hi Team, @data_help @helpdesk I have missed the certification exam schedule. I thought it is 3:15PM instead of ##AM. Is there a possibility this can be reschedule to today anytime? I already send an email as well, since this issue is quite time sensi...

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KikeFranssen
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Hi,I do have the problem that I don't know when this ticket will be handled (might be within 72 hours) and I really want to take the exam today. The new version of the exam will be available from tomorrow on, and I studied for the current version. So...

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chezzone
by New Contributor II
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Preparing for the Databricks Certified Data Analyst Associate exam questions

Hey everyone, I'm studying for this certification – it's my first one, and I'm a bit lost on how to study for it. How should I approach studying for this certification?Do you have any materials/strategies you can recommend? If possible, please share ...

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cert-ops
Databricks Employee
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Hello @chezzone, The best way to prepare for a Databricks certification exam is to review the comprehensive exam guide. It also contains sample questions. The exam guide can be found in the "Getting Ready for the Exam" section of the exam webpage: ht...

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rahulnbiju007
by New Contributor
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Resolved! Request for Rescheduling Suspended Exam – Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate

 Dear Team,I am writing to inform you that my Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate exam, scheduled on 23 July 2025 at 17:30 (Asia/Calcutta time zone) under the username rahulnbiju007@gmail.com, was unexpectedly suspended during the session.Th...

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cert-ops
Databricks Employee
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Hello @rahulnbiju007,We are sorry to hear that your exam was suspended. Please file a ticket with our support team and allow the support team 24-48 hours for a resolution. Please note that we cannot provide support or handle exam suspensions via comm...

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himanshugaurav
by New Contributor
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Databricks exam got suspended. Need help.

Hi Team,I was taking the online exam for Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate today at 3 PM PDT. Even before the exam could start, my session got suspended, so I was not able to continue.Have raised the following ticket:#00705431 Please help ...

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cert-ops
Databricks Employee
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Hello @himanshugaurav,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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abhimore2207
by New Contributor
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Resolved! Data Engineer Associate Certification in 2025

Hi Community,I’m planning to take the Data Engineer Associate Certification in 2025 to advance my skills and career. Are there any ongoing promotions or opportunities to get a 50% discount voucher for the exam? It would be incredibly helpful if you c...

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Advika
Databricks Employee
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Hello @abhimore2207! There are currently no ongoing events offering Certification vouchers. The recent Virtual Learning Festival, which offered a 50% discount voucher for Certifications, has concluded. These events are held quarterly in January, Apri...

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ap2025
by New Contributor
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Certificate not yet delivered after 72 hours and more

HelloI have  completed the assessment, Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate on 19 July 2025. But I have still not received certificate. When can I receive it? Thanks 

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cert-ops
Databricks Employee
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Hello @ap2025, It can take up to 48 hours for badges/ certificates to be issued. Also please check your spam just in case it went there. If you do not receive your badge in 48 hours, please file a ticket with our support team. Please also provide the...

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PrayasGupta13
by New Contributor II
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Exam got suspended even before starting it

Hi TeamI had a scheduled exam today but when i started the exam it showed me suspended. I have already raised a support ticket #00704721 and unique id ref:!00D610JGc4.!500Vp0UpCsS:ref but still issue has not been resolved yet. Could you please provid...

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cert-ops
Databricks Employee
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Hello @PrayasGupta13,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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Dhevesh_bc
by New Contributor II
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Resolved! Exam suspended

Hi Support Team,I had my Databricks Associate Certification Exam on 23rd July,7:00 AM.The exam got suspended due to some technical issues, I had my phone in the table, but it was away only, the support team during the exam was also confirmed that, bu...

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Dhevesh_bc
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@Cert-Team  please

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