Acquiring and benefiting from certifications

Certifications can communicate and verify your expertise with certain technologies. They can differentiate you from others with similar credentials and experience and they can instill confidence in your skills and knowledge. The benefits of certification will vary depending on your role, location, and experience level. There are no disadvantages to certifications, but their value will vary depending on these factors.

For example, if you are an entry-level junior developer, a certification can help to supplement formal and informal learning. You may not yet have work experience to prove your expertise and skills, but certifications can be a way to supplement your education and verify your knowledge.

The value of certifications will also vary depending on the reputation of the certifying institution. The more well-known a certifying institution is and the higher its influence, the more value will be conveyed with the certification. For...