Microsoft Linux Certification(s)?

Wouldn't it be interesting if M$ started offering Linux certs?

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Comments

FluffyBunny

Sure that could be cool. Question is whether it'd be a hands-on test or like their multiple choice exams. Would it go up against LPI / Linux+, or against LFCS / RedHat?

Plus, would there actually be added value in yet another Linux cert?

JDMurray

I think some of the Azure exams have Linux stuff on them. WSL and PS can be used in Linux exam objectives too.
I would assume a full M$ Linux cert would require a foundational Linux cert from CompTIA or LPI as a prerequisite.

Acenl12

I think there are many excellent Linux certs out there like RHCE(which is a beast) and LPIC. RHCE has also a very good reputation and add value to any resume. What I have heard is that RHCE has live labs, which Microsoft never got working well.

UnixGuy

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