Tech with Jagmeet

I’m excited to share that I recently completed the Optimizely CMS SaaS Core Competencies certification! If you’re looking to get certified, this guide will walk you through the key topics, study resources, and tips that helped me pass the exam.

What Is the Optimizely CMS SaaS Core Competencies Certification?

The Optimizely CMS SaaS Core Competencies certification is designed for developers and architects who work with Optimizely’s cloud-based CMS. It validates your expertise in the platform’s core functionalities, SaaS architecture, cloud deployment, and best practices for content management and customization.

Exam Details:

Retake Policy: If you fail, you must wait 24 hours before purchasing a new exam attempt

Cost: $300 USD (without a discount or coupon)

Duration: 60 minutes

Format: 50 multiple-choice questions

Passing Score: Minimum 85% (at least 43 correct answers required)

Completion Window: You will have 14 days to complete the exam once purchased

Where to Purchase: The exam can be purchased on the Optimizely Academy website

Study Resources

Here’s what I used to prepare:

📖 Reference Material:

📚 Official Optimizely Certification Page– The best place to start is Optimizely’s developer certification page, which covers all the core topics.

🎥 Free YouTube Playlist – I have a free YouTube channel playlist that covers most of the topics for Optimizely SaaS. It’s a great resource to get hands-on learning.

📝 Hands-on Practice – Setting up a small project and experimenting with different features was crucial in understanding how everything works.

💬 Community Forums & Slack Channels – Engaging with the Optimizely Developer Community helped me clarify doubts and get insights from experienced developers

Tips to Pass the Exam

Here are some strategies that helped me succeed:

✔️ Understand Concepts, Don’t Just Memorize – The exam is practical, so focus on how things work rather than rote learning.

✔️ Read Questions Carefully – Some questions can be tricky, so make sure to pay attention to details and keywords like “best practice” or “most efficient approach.”

✔️ Use Time Wisely – If you’re unsure about a question, mark it and return later to maximize your score.

Sample Questions:

Hope this blog will help you to clear certification. Wishing you all the best! 😀