React Certification

Prove React competence with a proctored exam built with Microsoft MVPs.

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The React Certification from certificates.dev is a proctored, leveled credential for React developers. Built and reviewed with Microsoft MVPs, it validates competence across modern React with multiple-choice and live coding challenges employers can trust.

Cory House

Cory House

Principal at reactjsconsulting.com

The certification process is comprehensive and validates many key aspects of React development. It's a great way to validate that you truly know how to work effectively in React.

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Benefits of getting your React Certification

Demonstrate your React competency

A React certification validates your expertise in building robust, scalable applications with React. Employers and clients seek certified developers who stay ahead of the curve and deliver top-quality work. Showcase your commitment to excellence with a React credential built by recognized international experts.

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Enhanced Career Opportunities

React skills are in high demand, and certification sets you apart. Stand out from the competition and unlock new job opportunities at leading companies. Certified developers can command higher salaries and faster advancement to senior roles. Invest in your future today.

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How Certification can benefit your team

Certifying your team cultivates a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Certified developers can enjoy boosted morale, improved productivity, and better efficiency through deepened skills and confidence. With a broader range of expertise, your team can tackle any challenge and ship better products faster.

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<em>Aurora</em> Scharff

Aurora Scharff

DX Engineer at Vercel, React Expert and Microsoft MVP in Web Technologies

Meet your instructor

Aurora Scharff is a recognized React expert, DX Engineer at Vercel, Microsoft MVP in Web Technologies, and international conference speaker based in Norway. With extensive experience in React, Next.js, and React Server Components, she played a key role in shaping the React Certification program. The program is both comprehensive and practical-focused on real-world skills and aligned with industry best practices to deliver top-tier training. Her strong technical background and hands-on expertise make her a trusted voice in the React community and a core contributor to the React Certification.

Steps to Certification

Step 1
Exam Preparation

Review the exam preparation guide to ensure that you are familiar with the requirements of the exam and clear on what is expected

Step 2
Optional Training

If you need additional training, there is additional self-study training available, or alternatively you can elect to attend the live, intensive bootcamp training sessions

Step 3
Take Examination

Take the certification online proctored exam, which will consist of both multiple-choice questions and practical coding exercises

Research show clear interest in achieving certification

We received more than 2,300 responses from React Developers to a pre-launch survey conducted about the Certification Program.

90%

of developers would read the docs before taking the exam

88%

aim to achieve advanced or both certification levels

82%

look to Certification to validate their skills and knowledge in React

96%

believe that having a React certification will enhance their professional credibility

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React Certification Levels

Junior React Developer

40 min

50 Questions

Validate your React fundamentals with this certification. Demonstrate your ability to work with core concepts and basic implementations, enhancing your credibility with employers and clients. This certification confirms your readiness for junior React developer roles and provides a solid foundation for your career growth.

Mid-Level React Developer

135 min

40 Questions and 105 minutes of Coding Challenges

Prove your proficiency in intermediate React concepts and real-world applications. This certification showcases your ability to tackle complex projects, making you stand out in the job market. Ideal for developers looking to take on more challenging React roles and projects.

Senior React Developer

135 min

40 Questions and 105 minutes of Coding Challenges

Demonstrate your expertise in React architecture and large-scale application development. This certification verifies your ability to lead React projects, solve advanced challenges, and architect enterprise-level applications. Position yourself as a top-tier React professional capable of driving complex, high-stakes projects.

Optional Preparation Training Products

Self-Study Training
Prepare at your own pace with our comprehensive self-study materials. Get on-demand access to interactive lessons, coding exercises, and quizzes tailored for:
  • Junior React Developer Certification
  • Mid-Level React Developer Certification
  • Senior React Developer Certification
Live Bootcamps
Prefer an immersive, instructor-led experience? Level up with our intensive live bootcamps conducted by React experts. Choose from:
  • 3-Day Mid-Level React Developer Bootcamp
  • 3-Day Senior React Developer Bootcamp

Pricing

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  • Preparation Guide Access
  • Discord Community Access
  • Mid-level Exam Voucher

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Examination Board

Aurora
Aurora Scharff

React Expert & Microsoft MVP in Web Technologies

Alain
Alain Chautard

Google Developer Expert & Microsoft MVP in Web Technologies

Alex
Alex Kyriakidis

Founder & CEO Vue School, Author of the first Vue.js book

Devlin
Devlin Duldulao

React Expert & Creator of DaloyJS, and published book author

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Testimonials

The training and preparation to take the React exam as well as the coding challenges are well-crafted for each level of users. Kudos to the whole team who built the end-to-end learning, training and examination. The long thoughtful process of everything paid off. I highly recommend the certification to everyone who needs a proof of their ability.


Devlin Duldulao
Devlin Duldulao

React Expert & Microsoft MVP in Web Technologies

Participating in this certification program has significantly deepened my understanding of React. While I had prior experience with the framework, the program clarified some advanced concepts like hooks, context API, and performance optimization techniques. One of the most valuable aspects of the exam experience was the way it tested practical, real-world React knowledge rather than just theoretical understanding. The questions were scenario-based, which pushed me to think critically and apply concepts like component lifecycle, state management, and hooks in context. I also appreciated the balance between multiple-choice questions and code-based problem solving, as it provided a more complete assessment of my skills. Overall, the exam felt like a true reflection of what a React developer needs to know to build production-ready applications. It’s made me a more confident and efficient React developer.


Abdallah Labib Hamdan

Frontend Developer at ACS Techs

October 31, 2025

"The certification process is comprehensive and validates many key aspects of React development. It explores all the important aspects of React development that you'd expect, including state, props, refs, JSX, and more. And I admire that there are three different levels of certifications, so you don't have to be a senior React dev to pursue a certification, and there's a clear path of progression. Overall, It's a great way to validate that you truly know how to work effectively in React."


Cory House
Cory House

Principal at reactjsconsulting.com

July 30, 2025

My experience with the React certification exam was excellent from start to finish. The platform was user-friendly, making it easy to navigate between questions and manage my time effectively. The exam content was well-structured and closely aligned with real-world React development scenarios, which made it feel practical and valuable rather than just theoretical. I appreciated how clearly the instructions were communicated. Overall, the company is doing a great job of creating a fair, professional, and skill-focused certification process that truly measures a developer's capabilities.


Alonso Ugalde Aguilar

Senior Software Engineer

March 29, 2026

Great experience and a solid skill test. The test was really good. Even though I have been working with React for some time now, several questions really got me thinking. Was a great reminder to look back at the fundamentals.


Debabrata Banik

React Developer

March 31, 2026

Participating in the Junior React Certification Program strengthened both my fundamentals and practical understanding of
React.



  • Deeper understanding of core concepts: It reinforced essentials like props, state, controlled components and hooks. For example, I became more precise about when to use useState vs useRef especially in cases where re-renders should be avoided.

  • Better handling of component patterns: I improved in structuring reusable components and correctly passing callbacks (e.g., avoiding immediate invocation in event handlers).

  • Stronger grasp of React Router and navigation: The exam clarified proper usage of hooks like useNavigate and how to manage client-side routing without full page reloads.

  • Improved debugging mindset: Some tricky questions (like JSX syntax or async handling) helped me sharpen my ability to quickly spot subtle issues in code.

  • More confidence in real-world scenarios: Overall, it made me faster and more confident when building or reviewing React components, especially in identifying best practices and avoiding common pitfalls.


The most valuable aspects were the practical, code-focused questions and scenario-based problems, which einforced real-world React understanding and decision-making.


In short, it helped transition my knowledge from "knowing React" to "thinking in React."


Isaac Akonkwa

Fullstack Software Engineer

October 3, 2025

I recently passed the Junior React certification and am working toward the Intermediate and Senior levels. What sets certificates.dev apart is their structured, progressive certification path with three distinct levels, each with content and exams tailored to that stage of expertise.


This is valuable because most React certifications are single-tier and don't differentiate between skill levels. The clear progression helps developers understand what they should master at each stage and provides a way to demonstrate that expertise to employers.


I also appreciate their effort to build a community around the certifications. Access to the forum, responsive support, and helpful answers to questions make the learning experience much better than just taking an isolated exam.


The platform is still evolving, but the structured approach, leveled assessments, and supportive community make it unique in the React certification space.


Amari Mecheri

Full-Stack Developer (.NET → React)

June 29, 2026

A pleasant experience with my application and exam for Mid-Level React certificate


Milan Stojanovic

Developer

FAQs

The React Certification program is entering an exciting new chapter with Certificates.dev. We're committed to ensuring a smooth transition for all our valued React Certification customers. If you have any questions about this, feel free to email us on team@certificates.dev

We have released the React Certification Program across all three levels: Junior, Mid-Level, and Senior. The exams and coding challenges are developed in collaboration with industry experts, led by Aurora Scharff, and have undergone thorough review and testing to ensure real-world relevance.

In addition to exam access, customers can choose optional self-study training for all levels and bootcamps for Mid-Level and Senior certifications. Free Preparation Guides are also available for each level, providing a clear overview of the exam syllabus.

Any product updates will be regularly communicated via email and Discord announcements, so make sure to keep checking your inbox.

Professional Credibility

A React Certification will demonstrate a developer's knowledge and skills in this popular library and help enhance professional credibility.

Competitive Edge

Adding a recognized certification to a developer's resume will give a competitive edge over those that are not certified.

Career Advancement

Investing in a React Certification can open up better job opportunities for a developer.

Validation of Skills

Certification is an objective validation of a developer's proficiency in React, and given that it is developed by Microsoft MVPs and Google Developer Experts, will be recognized by other professionals in the industry.

Increased Team Capabilities

Offering React Certification motivates developers to learn new skills, build and ship better products faster, and broaden the variety of skills available. Your team can also improve their competence and confidence to handle any task, leading to better knowledge retention and efficiency.

Appointments would be based on the merits of your skills and experience relative to the requirements of the position. Having a React Certificate is intended to demonstrate your competence with the React library.

Yes. Certifications on Certificates.dev are designed for real hiring/promotion signals. Vue and Nuxt exams are built with the creators of the frameworks. Angular was built under review by GDEs, Microsoft MVPs created React, and JavaScript was built under review by a panel of top industry experts.

All exams are scenario-based with real code assessments. Many developers add their certificates directly to LinkedIn and use them to stand out in interviews or promotions.

We are also proud to certify developers from well-known companies like Deloitte, Ford, IBM, Samsung, Salesforce, Accenture, and many more.

The Junior and Mid-level React Developer exams have been released on 24 June 2025.

The Certified Senior React Developer examination is expected to be released in Q3, following a rigorous testing and review process.

Please send an email to our team at team@certificates.dev.

Examination vouchers are valid for 3 years.

Your React Certification is valid for 3 years from the date of passing the exam.

Absolutely, the exam vouchers included in the bundle are valid for 3 years from the date of purchase, so you have plenty of time to study and progress. Our preparation training is there to support your journey.

Yes. If you already hold a Mid-Level certificate in the same framework, you can upgrade to a Senior certification at any time. During the Autumn Sale, you only pay the difference between what you have already purchased and the discounted Senior Bundle. The upgrade process is available through your dashboard.

We currently support Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and Credit Card payments.

Yes, the React Certification Team is dedicated to making React Certification accessible to everyone! With affordable pricing options for both Individuals and Teams, we also offer student and Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) discounts to make the certification affordable, taking into account the relative currency exchange trends.

Should your country not be supported by the PPP discounts, and you believe it should be, please reach out to us at team@certificates.dev.

The React Certification program offers affordable pricing to students worldwide. If you are a student, please reach out to our support team at team@certificates.dev.

You will need to provide either a copy of your student ID or send us an email from your student email address to confirm your student status.

We do indeed offer team discounts. You can purchase directly from the website by selecting the “teams” option on the pricing cards.

If you would like to obtain a price for large teams of 10 or more, send at email to team@certificates.dev with your requirements, and we will create the necessary quotation and invoices for corporate purchases.

Once you have purchased a team package, you will receive an email listing each of your team members’ voucher codes. These can then be distributed to your colleagues, who will need to create an account and then redeem their individual voucher codes to get access to the purchased products.

Yes. When you make a payment, you will receive a payment confirmation email detailing the purchase you have made and the amount paid.

You can update your profile information by logging into your account and updating your details in the Profile section.

If you are not completely satisfied with our services, let us know within 14 days of making your first purchase by contacting team@certificates.dev.

*Note: Should you fail the exam and/or the exam re-take, you will not be eligible for a refund. We encourage you to only opt-in to complete the exam once you have covered the preparation guide provided.

The self-study training for the Junior and Mid-level React Developer Certifications has been released on 24 June 2025.

We will be progressively be adding more challenges and quizzes to the self-study training.

The self-study training is a comprehensive collection of material such as code challenges and quizzes to practice for the exams.

Upon the completion of our self-study training guide, you will have the knowledge and skills needed to take the Certification exam with confidence!

The self-study training for the Certified Senior React Developer is expected to be available in Q3 2025.

Yes, you can add the self-study preparation training material as an addition to any purchase already made.

Courses and video tutorials are great for general learning, but they rarely align with real assessments. The training here is purpose-built to help you meet the standard of a specific certification level, Mid or Senior. You’re not just learning concepts, you’re preparing to prove them under exam conditions.

Everything is structured around local progression, with testing that includes real coding challenges and quizzes, preparing you to pass a timed, level-appropriate exam.

The Mid-level Bootcamp will take place in Q3 2025. The Bootcamp will consist of 3 days of active participation and training in a live, online workshop environment, led by React experts recognized as Microsoft MVPs in Web Technologies.

This training is expected to be available in Q4 2025.

Yes, you can add the Bootcamp training workshops as an addition to any purchase already made.

Bootcamps run at scheduled times. You will be able to register for any of the scheduled live training sessions. If you cannot attend a session, please notify us of your unavailability so that we can remove you from the register and allow you to select a replacement session.

No. The Certification Program has been developed with input from recognized Microsoft MVPs and Google Developer Experts in Web Technologies. The questions have been reviewed by these React experts as part of their commitment to the program.

We encourage you to consult the Preparation Guide for the exam to determine the exact curriculum. There are preparation training packages available to assist you, should you require them. We offer a Junior level Certification that may be suitable for beginners.

Our objective is to provide clarity and understanding of what is required to use the library to its fullest extent and the capabilities to deliver the best possible results in a role as an React Developer. The exam difficulty will be commensurate with this objective, so expect a thorough, challenging, and rigorous test.

The Preparation Guide for each exam details the exact curriculum for the exam, including the technologies tested. Topics include JavaScript, Core Concepts, JSX, Components, Event Handling, State, Hooks, React Router, and more.

The exams are a combination of multiple-choice questions and practical coding challenges.

Yes, all examinations have a time limit applied to complete the prescribed questions.

There is no limit to the number of times that you can retake the exam, however, you will have to purchase an exam retake voucher in order to do so.

Yes, there will be an additional cost to retake an examination. Exam retake vouchers for mid and senior exams are discounted by a full 50%. Junior exam retakes are also available at a discounted rate.

If you are found to be cheating, you will be disqualified from the exam attempt. In cases of continuous cheating, your account will be permanently locked after 3 tries, with no exceptions.

Yes! You will need to have a webcam attached to pass the requirements for the proctoring service for the examination.

If you want to get more detail on how proctoring works, check out this great article on Certificates.dev.

To be eligible for the Senior Examination, you need to have passed the mid-level exam. That is why we make it easier and include both mid-level and senior examinations in the Senior Bundles.

All bundles that include training come with retake vouchers. Mid and Senior exams are both time-limited and include real coding challenges, so we recommend using trial exams or joining a bootcamp if you're unsure.

No, the additional self-study training and Bootcamps are completely optional. There are many ways to prepare for the examination, including reading the React documentation, taking online courses, and building hands-on projects, either in your personal capacity or at work.

No, you can take the Mid-level certification directly if you feel you have the necessary skills and experience.

If you want to get your accreditation as a "Certified Senior React Developer", you will need to have passed both the Mid-level and Senior examinations.

No, it is not necessary. However, a good understanding of web development fundamentals and JavaScript is recommended before attempting the React Certification exam.

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