RIPE Database Associate
A RIPE Database Associate is proficient in searching for and interpreting data in the RIPE Database. Candidates with this certification have demonstrated the ability to update and register data in the RIPE Database. These candidates can use different flags to query IP address space (IPv4 and IPv6), as well as register assignments and sub-allocations by applying authority delegation mechanisms. They can also register routing policies and set up reverse delegation.
Requirements to earn the RIPE Database Associate Badge
The RIPE Database Associate badge can be earned by completing the RIPE Database Associate Exam. The exam takes place online. You will be asked to answer 50 questions during the exam. To pass the exam, you must score a minimum of 70%.
Take the RIPE Database Associate Exam
Take the RIPE Database Associate Exam on-demand and earn a verifiable digital badge. You can study for the exam by using the free online course available in the RIPE NCC Academy.
This exam certifies the ability to:
- Explain the purpose of the RIPE Database
- Identify different RIPE Database objects
- Register RIPE Database objects
- Query the RIPE Database using different flags
- Register routing policy
- Request reverse delegation
Recommended Knowledge:
- At least 6 months of experience in searching for, creating, and updating objects in the RIPE Database, or participation in the RIPE
- Database training course (face-to-face or online)
- Proficiency with RPSL (Routing Policy Specification Language)
- Familiarity with IPv4 and IPv6 subnetting
Instructions on how and when to log in to start the exam are emailed upon registration and scheduling.
Level: Associate
Language: English
Duration: 60 minutes
Exam Format
Multiple-choice
Multiple answers
Matching
Drag and drop and ordering questions
Fill in the blank questions
The RIPE Database Associate Guide contains the recommended knowledge, question types, and detailed outline of the topics covered in the exam. You will receive a confirmation email after you submit your details.
Prepare for the exam
The RIPE Database course in the RIPE NCC Academy contains all the content that you need to know in order to pass the RIPE Database Associate exam. We recommend that you follow the RIPE Database course from the beginning to the end. If you’re interested in looking up a specific topic, you can click on one of the links below to find the information.
Study Material
All the study material that you need to prepare for this exam is available online for free. Webinars are open to all and free. RIPE NCC members can also attend an in-person training course.
RIPE Database Online Course
Take the free e-learning course in the RIPE NCC Academy. This course is aligned with the exam and will cover almost all the topics in the exam.
View detailsRIPE Database One Day Training Course
The RIPE Database training course is a one-day course. We'll make you a capable user of the RIPE Database. Mixing hands-on activities with theory, the course participants will get a comprehensive idea of what the RIPE Database is and what they can do with it.
View detailsRIPE Database Basics Webinar
This webinar will give you a hands-on introduction to the RIPE Database - what it is and how it works. You will learn how to query the RIPE Database and how to create and update objects.
View detailsRIPE Database Application Webinar
This webinar shows you how to use the RIPE Database to register PA assignments and sub-allocations. You will learn to register objects in the RIPE Routing Registry and how to request reverse delegation for your address space.
View detailsIPv6 in the RIPE Database Webinar
This webinar shows you how to register IPv6-related data in the RIPE Database (assignments, reverse DNS and route6 objects).
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