How to prepare for Certified Sugar Developer Specialist exam?

Question

Hi

I am very new to Sugarcrm and i need to crack Sugar Developer Specialist exam.
But i have no idea how to start with it and how to start preparation for certification.

Can anyone please tell me from where i can start it.

Your reply will be really helpful for me..

Thanks.

Community Alumni User · Accepted Answer

Hello, here is a plan we share internally for new employees looking to pass the Sugar Developer Specialist. I hope this helps as a guide. Step 1 : Self Preparation, each attendee should have: Fundamental knowledge of Apache, MySQL, JavaScript, and PHP configuration Standard knowledge, not specific to Sugar. Developers can take standard classes executed by any provider for code level training. Fundamental knowledge of the SugarCRM application, modules, relationships and UI, including: Dropdown Editor Studio Module Builder Review introduction sections of the "Sugar Developer Guide" Be familiar with the exam topics and objectives on the Sugar Developer Specialist certification exam. Client Mac/PC running LAMP or XAMPP stack with php version >= 5.3 Latest installed SugarCRM application version Links to Training and Resources: Sugar Administration Essentials (self-paced training/video tutorials) Sugar Administration Guide (web-based documentation) Sugar Installation and Upgrade Guide (web-based documentation) Sugar Developer Guide (web-based documentation) Browse through Knowledge Base Browse through Developer Blog Certified Sugar Developer Specialist - review exam details, topics and objectives. Recommended: Pass the Certified Sugar Admin Specialist exam. Step 2 : Attend "Sugar Developer Essentials" training course Sugar Developer Essentials (pre-recorded class) Step 3 : Get your Hands Dirty, Practice This portion of time should be spent by students to practice the lessons and examples from the classroom training. Time will vary by student. Students should use the Certified Sugar Developer Specialist exam topics and objectives as a guide to preparing for the exam&hellip;falling back to the training, Admin guide, and Developer guide to help understand key concepts and best practices. We can schedule follow up meetings with developer support to help address your questions. View the Sugar Developer Sample Questions - get a feel of the type of questions you will see on the live exam. Step 4 : Go for the Certified Sugar Developer Specialist exam Once you&rsquo;re ready, go to the Certified Sugar Developer Specialist page and Register for your Exam. You can take the exam remotely. Click "Register for Your Exam&rdquo; and follow the instructions to get started. Hope this helps. Let us know if you have any questions. Thanks! Kevin Kevin Freitas Director, Sugar University