Software
The Linux Foundation
Embedded Linux Professional
Demonstrates ability to build custom Linux distributions for embedded hardware. High ROI for IoT engineers.
The facts
Exam cost
$300
Difficulty
Hard
Prep time
150 hours
Exam length
2 hours
Passing score
70%
Renewal
Every 3 years
Our estimate of the salary effect of holding this credential: +$19,000. This is an editorial estimate, not a measured figure.
Prerequisites
Strong C and Linux knowledge
How people prepare
- Linux Foundation Training
- Bootlin Training Materials
- Embedded Linux Primer
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