Tips and Tricks for the OCA Java SE 8 Certification Exam!

As we plan to certify our people in Java, I started digging for information about OCA Java SE 8 Certification Exam. I was wondering how/where one can take it, what materials are needed for preparation and of course some tips & tricks that one can use while being examined. Below is the Java certification path. […]

by Stoyan Mitov

June 28, 2016

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As we plan to certify our people in Java, I started digging for information about OCA Java SE 8 Certification Exam. I was wondering how/where one can take it, what materials are needed for preparation and of course some tips & tricks that one can use while being examined. Below is the Java certification path. Java SE 8 Certification Path Luckily, Hristo happened to know a person that just became "Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 8 Programmer".  I invited him in the office to share some insights. Believing that sharing is caring, I decided to publish Gavrail's presentation where you can see some tips and tricks on the OCA Java SE 8 Certification Exam. [embeddoc url="https://blog.dreamix.eu/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/OCA-Exam2.pptx" viewer="microsoft"] Moreover, below are some additional resources that can be helpful: 1. PearsonVue Test Center Tour.mov 2. Java Certification Path 3. Book - OCA: Oracle Certified Associate Java SE 8 Programmer I Study Guide: Exam 1Z0 -808 4. Video Series - OCA Java SE 8 Programmer I  5. Passed OCAJP 8 (1Z0-808) with 91% 6. Quora -  What is the best book to prepare for OCAJP Java 8 Exam? The key to success is practice. Go do your homework because you don't want to waste your time and money. 30 to 40 percent of all people taking the OCA Java SE 8 Certification Exam fail to certify due to lack of practice or nervousness. Be calm. Be prepared. Go at least 30 minutes earlier and you'll pass it for sure. Hope what's written above is helpful. Wish you luck and happy certification. Do you know other useful resources? Yes? Please share them with the Java community in the comments below!

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Stoyan Mitov is the CEO of Dreamix and a thought leader in modern technology leadership. He led the company through its strategic acquisition by Synechron, driving remarkable growth through innovative organizational strategies that empower employees and foster proactive problem-solving. Stoyan advocates for leadership models that prioritize empathy, trust, and autonomy over micromanagement. Under his leadership, Dreamix has cultivated a strong culture of transparency, continuous upskilling, and meaningful connection—achieving high employee retention and productivity even in hybrid work environments and challenging market conditions. His expertise spans building resilient tech organizations, leveraging AI to enhance team connections and productivity, and developing soft skills in technical professionals. He is particularly passionate about empowering tech leaders to transform brilliant ideas into high-performing teams and groundbreaking solutions. Stoyan is a thought leader and contributing writer for the Forbes Technology Council, where he shares insights on the future of leadership in rapidly changing business environments. He is also a recipient of the prestigious Presidential Award in the "John Atanasoff – for projects with social value-added" category.