1. SQL Server Certification January 20, 2015 John Deardurff Website: http://john.deardurff.com Twitter: @John_Deardurff Email: John@Deardurff.com

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4. 4 SQL Certification Path: Associate Level + EXAM 463 EXAM 462 + = EXAM 461 New Electives Available

5. 5 SQL Certification Path: Expert Level + EXAM 465 EXAM 464 = + EXAM 467 EXAM 466 = EXAM 469 EXAM 470 Recertify Every Three Years Updated for SQL Server 2014

6. SQL Certification Path: Upgrading + EXAM 458 EXAM 457 + =

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