InterSystems Certification invites subject matter experts (SMEs) with expertise in InterSystems technologies to participate in various stages of exam development. We value our community’s extensive knowledge and experience and seek to grow our roster of experts for ongoing exam design and review.
What to Expect
As a SME, you will receive training for all assigned certification development tasks. Activities are closely matched with your expertise and availability. The time commitment is typically one hour per week over the course of several weeks, with both remote and in-person opportunities available.
As a SME, your participation may include:
- Establishing exam topics
- Developing or evaluating exam questions
- Determining the passing score for an exam
SME candidates must meet prerequisites to participate in the program, including:
- Relevant hands-on experience with InterSystems products
- Familiarity with industry standards and best practices
- Strong reading and writing skills in English
SME Program Benefits
- Get Certified - Contribute at least six hours of work and receive the associated certification.
- Subject Matter Expert Badge - Contribute 12 hours of work to receive our exclusive Subject Matter Expert badge, recognizing your significant contribution to our program.
- Network and Learn - Collaborate with other experts, share unique experiences, and learn from others in the field.
How to Get Involved
- Share your background and interest
Send a brief summary of your expertise and reasons for interest in the SME program to certification@intersystems.com. We will contact you to discuss further and determine if your experience aligns with any open or upcoming projects. - Confirm participation
If selected for an exam development opportunity, you will receive a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) which you must review and sign. - Complete training
Once your signed NDA is received, you will receive an email containing a short training video related to your assigned task and a brief survey to be completed before your training session with an exam developer.- During the training session, the exam developer will provide access to the exam development platform and any other necessary tools, review your assigned tasks and overall timeline, and address any questions you may have.
- Participate
Over the following weeks, you will complete your assigned tasks either independently or in structured meetings, depending on your assigned task. - Receive your badge
Depending on your level of participation, upon release of the exam you will receive a badge to share with your professional network.
Hear From Our Experts
Helping create exams gives you the opportunity to provide input into what's important for people who do jobs like yours.
Tim Leavitt, Senior Development Manager, InterSystems
It's been great to get involved in a program that helps others learn how to take advantage of InterSystems technology.
Paul Cranston, Director of Professional Services, J2 Interactive
Subject matter experts don't always have a ton of time, but when the meeting ends, there's a sense "too bad we can't have another half hour."
Joel Solon, Principal Technical Trainer, InterSystems