I've enjoyed this certification path so far, it feels satisfying and validating to complete a difficult exam! I like that Red Hat exams are practical, focused on solving real problems, and do not include access to the internet.
I've learned many invaluable things about the internals of Linux while studying for these problems, and I've studied using courses available on O'Reilly with no access to RHLS. Anki cards generated via Claude decomposition of my own notes.
| Name | Exam | Notes | Anki |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified System Administrator | EX200 | Finished | - |
| Certified Engineer | EX294 | Finished | - |
| Certified Specialist in Linux Diagnostics and Troubleshooting | EX342 | Finished | - |
| Certified Specialist in Security: Linux | EX415 | Planned | Planned |
| Certified Specialist in Performance Tuning | EX442 | Planned | Planned |
| Certified Specialist in Services Management and Automation | EX358 | Planned | Planned |
| Certified OpenShift Administrator | EX280 | Planned | Planned |
I am targeting Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) by the end of 2026.
| Name | Exam | State | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified System Administrator | EX200 | Pass | 286/300 | October 2025 |
| Certified Engineer | EX294 | Pass | 238/300 | December 2025 |
| Certified Specialist in Linux Diagnostics and Troubleshooting | EX342 | Pass | 228/300 | May 2026 |
| Certified Specialist in Security: Linux | EX415 | Scheduled | May 2026 | |
| Certified Specialist in Performance Tuning | EX442 | Planned | July 2026 | |
| Certified Specialist in Services Management and Automation | EX358 | Planned | October 2026 | |
| Certified OpenShift Administrator | EX280 | Planned | December 2026 |