March 29, 2010

Learn About ZEND PHP 5Certification and Its Benefits


The Zend PHP 200-500 exam is designed to test an candidate's knowledge of PHP programming, PHP security, XML and Web services, streaming and network programming, etc. Mainly, this test measures the examinees experience in PHP programming. The main goal of this exam is to allow PHP professionals to attain the "Zend Certified Engineer" designation.

Key Objectives of the exam
This certification exam mainly tests your ability in the following areas:

PHP Basics - This objective mainly test your ability in understanding the basic fundamentals of PHP including Syntax, Operators, Variables, Constants etc. In my opinion this is a really good area to score.

Functions and Arrays- This objective validates your proficiency in using Function syntax, and Arguments. It also tests your knowledge in dealing with different type of arrays such as enumerated arrays, multi-dimensional arrays etc. You will have to practice a lot in this area for scoring good marks.

Object Oriented Programming - This objective authenticates your ability and knowledge in underatanding OOP concepts, Instantiation, Modifiers/Inheritance, Interfaces, Exceptions etc.

Security - This objective mainly test your ability in configuration, Session Security, Cross-Site Scripting, Filter Input, and Escape Output etc.

XML and Web Services - This objective mainly deals your skills in understanding with XML Basics, SimpleXML, XML Extension, Xpath. So, you have to practice these type of question to excel in this section.

Strings and Patterns - This objective validates your proficiency in using Searching, Replacing, Formatting strings.

Databases and SQL - This objective deals with database concepts. It tests your ability in using SQL, Joins, Analyzing SQL Queries, Prepared Statements etc.

Web Features - You have to practice a lot about using Sessions, Forms, GET and POST data, Cookies, HTTP Headers to excel and score good marks in this objective.

Streams and Network Programming - This objective includes dealing with file reading and writing, file systems functions and streams.


Number Of Questions
You will be required to attempt 70 questions in the exam.To pass you need a score of 70% . You have to answer these question in 90 minutes.

Why should I earn Zend PHP5 Certification ?
There are numerous advantages of becoming a Zend PHP ZCE (Zend Certified Engineer). I can cover some key points here :
  •  Zend products and PHP programming are most broadly and openly used in the current era and the Zend PHP5 ZCE certification approves your expertise on the Zend products and PHP language.
  • Candidates who are already earned  the Zend Certified Engineer (ZCE) certification are considered as top favorites by the employers and also the No.1 choice for the job and they also get preference in promotions.
  • The PHP5 ZCE certification is helpful for professionals who have an entry-level certification in related PHP technologies and want to upgrade their credentials and get recognition from the industry.
  • A Zend PHP5 Certified professional can find a appropriate job easily and get paid more. And most importantly, on average, a ZCE certified person gets more salary than one having the same job profile.

Any Pre-Requisites for the Zend 200-500 exam?
The candidates who wish to take this ZEND PHP5 exam, they have to take only one test, i.e., Zend 200-50 exam to achieve the ZEND PHP5 certification. Although there are no prerequisites for this certification, it would be helpful if they have hands on experience using the Zend PHP5.

How Much Is The Exam Fees?
The Fee for taking ZEND PHP5 200-500 exam is US$125.

Where To Take The Exam?
The candidates may get register themselves at Pearson VUE testing center to take the exam. After you purchase your exam voucher, you can contact an authorized Pearson VUE center to schedule your exam date, time, and location. You can book the exam within one year from the date of purchase of the voucher. The exam date may depend on your choice (and availability of slot) in your selected test center.






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