Developers have been asking frequently lately if we have any new certification courses out, and I am happy to say that we do. See below:

Sun Certified Programmer for the Java Platform, Standard Edition 6-- The Sun Certified Programmer for Java Platform, Standard Edition 6 certification exam is for programmers experienced using the Java programming language. Achieving this certification provides clear evidence that a programmer understands the basic syntax and structure of the Java programming language and can create Java technology applications that run on server and desktop systems using Java SE 6.

Sun Certified Programmer for the Java Platform, Standard Edition 6 Upgrade Exam (CX-310-066)-- The Sun Certified Programmer for Java Platform, Standard Edition 6 certification exam is for programmers experienced using the Java programming language. Achieving this certification provides evidence that a programmer understands the basic syntax and structure of the Java programming language and can create Java technology applications that run on server and desktop systems using Java Platform, Standard Edition 6 Sun strongly recommends that all new candidates interested in becoming a Sun Certified Java Programmer (SCJP) take this new version of the certification exam, rather than a previous version. In this way, candidates can demonstrate that they are knowledgeable in the latest technology. Sun also recommends that those certified on a previous version of SCJP update their credentials by taking the SCJP 6 Upgrade exam.

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