As an Angular developer, you're well-acquainted with the framework's extensive ecosystem. To help you showcase your expertise, Certificates.dev has partnered with Alain Chautard of Angular Training to create a comprehensive certification program. Developed with input from Google Developer Experts, this program rigorously tests and validates your Angular skills.

Originally launched in 2020 by Angular Training, this certification program has already validated the skills of thousands of developers globally. Its new home at certificates.dev builds on this established success, aiming to provide even greater value and recognition for certified Angular professionals.

Building the Foundation: Angular Basics and TypeScript

The certification begins with the fundamentals of Angular and TypeScript. This includes understanding the Angular CLI, the basic structure of an Angular application, and how TypeScript enhances the development experience. Once you confirm your knowledge of these skills, you have established the stage for more advanced topics.

Constructing the Framework: Components, Directives, and Pipes

Components, directives, and pipes form the core building blocks of any Angular application. The certification examines how to create and use these elements effectively, as well as how they interact within a complex application structure.

Architecting for Scale: Services and Modules

As applications grow, proper use of services and modules becomes crucial. The certification covers dependency injection, creating feature modules, and implementing lazy loading - all key skills for building scalable Angular applications.

Managing Data Flow: RxJS and Signals

Reactive programming with RxJS is a significant part of Angular development. The certification tests your understanding of observables, operators, and subjects. It also covers Signals, Angular's newer reactivity feature, providing a simpler alternative to RxJS in many scenarios as well as a new change detection mechanism for improved performance.

Navigating the Application: Routing

Single-page applications rely heavily on effective routing. The certification explores both basic and advanced routing concepts, including nested routes, route guards, and resolvers. Understanding these topics is crucial for structuring complex Angular applications.

Handling User Input: Forms

Forms are a primary means of user interaction in web applications. The certification covers both template-driven and reactive forms, including complex validation scenarios. This often-overlooked area can significantly impact user experience and application robustness.

The JavaScript Foundation

While Angular abstracts away much of the JavaScript, a solid understanding is still important. The certification examines key JavaScript concepts relevant to Angular development, particularly ES6+ features that enhance Angular applications.

Preparing for the Certification

The Angular Certification isn't just about memorizing APIs or concepts. It's designed to test your ability to apply these concepts in real-world scenarios. As you prepare, focus on building projects that challenge you to use these concepts in concert. This practical experience will be invaluable during the certification process.

The certification exam reflects this philosophy by combining theoretical questions with practical coding challenges. It's structured to evaluate not just your knowledge, but your ability to apply it in realistic development situations.

Ready to validate your Angular expertise?

Sign up now for early access to the Angular Certification program, launching on July 30th. With three certification levels - Junior, Mid-level, and Senior - there's a path for every developer, regardless of your experience. Join a global community of certified Angular developers and demonstrate your proficiency in the Angular ecosystem. Don't miss out on this opportunity to validate your skills and boost your career!