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IBM A2090-733 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IBM |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Assessment: DB2 9 Application Development |
| Exam Number: | A2090-733 / 000-733 / C2090-733 |
| Passing Score: | 60% |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Related Certifications: | IBM Certified Application Developer - DB2 9.7 for LUW IBM Certified Database Associate - DB2 9 Fundamentals |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60-70 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Lifetime (non-expiring) |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Select, Multiple Choice |
| Exam Price: | $200 USD |
| Available Languages: | Japanese, English, Chinese Simplified |
| Recommended Training: | IBM DB2 9 Information Center IBM DB2 9 Application Development Tutorials |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE IBM Testing |
| Sample Questions: | DOWNLOAD DEMO |
| Exam Way: | Onsite at Pearson VUE testing centers (retired since March 31, 2014) |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: Pass DB2 9 Fundamentals (C2090-730 / 000-730) or DB2 V8.1 Family Fundamentals (000-700); significant DB2 application development experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ibm.com/training/certification/ibm-certified-application-developer-db2-9-08002203 |
IBM A2090-733 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
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| Topic 1: XML & Modern Data Handling | 20% | - XML data type and storage - Combining relational and XML queries - XMLPARSE, XMLSERIALIZE, XQuery |
| Topic 2: Procedural Logic & Advanced Programming | 25% | - Triggers and constraints - Stored procedures and UDFs - Error handling and transactions - Performance considerations |
| Topic 3: SQL & Database Objects | 30% | - DDL, DML, DCL statements - Cursors and transaction control - Data types and constraints - MQTs and temporary tables - Indexes, views, sequences |
| Topic 4: Core DB2 Concepts & Connectivity | 25% | - Package binding and rebinding - Authorization and privileges - Static vs Dynamic SQL - Database connection methods
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The IBM Assessment: DB2 9 Application Development exam (code: A2090-733) is the official IBM exam that leads to the IBM Certified Application Developer - DB2 9 Family certification. It sits at the Professional level of the IBM certification track. It is also connected with related credentials such as IBM Certified Database Associate - DB2 9 Fundamentals, IBM Certified Application Developer - DB2 9.7 for LUW. Passing it proves to employers that your skills have been validated by IBM itself, which is why the A2090-733 credential keeps showing up in job postings.
How many questions are in the A2090-733 exam, and how long does it take?
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What score do I need to pass the A2090-733 exam, and how much does it cost?
The passing score for the IBM Assessment: DB2 9 Application Development exam is 60%, and the official registration fee is $200 USD. Remember that a failed attempt means paying that fee in full again, so a timed self-assessment with Dumpkiller practice questions about a week before your exam date is a cheap way to confirm you are scoring comfortably above 60%.
Are there any prerequisites for the A2090-733 exam?
According to IBM, the following applies: Recommended: Pass DB2 9 Fundamentals (C2090-730 / 000-730) or DB2 V8.1 Family Fundamentals (000-700); significant DB2 application development experience. Certification policies do change from time to time, so confirm the latest requirements on the official exam page at https://www.ibm.com/training/certification/ibm-certified-application-developer-db2-9-08002203 before you register.
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What topics are covered in the A2090-733 exam?
The official IBM Assessment: DB2 9 Application Development syllabus is organized into 4 main domains. The first three are Procedural Logic & Advanced Programming (25%), XML & Modern Data Handling (20%), and SQL & Database Objects (30%). For the full domain-by-domain breakdown, see the complete Exam Topics outline above.
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