FileMaker that develops award-winning database software announced the availability of certification testing for the award winning FileMaker 9 product line. It gives developers opportunity gain recognition as a database industry expert. The pass of the tests also gives opportunity to use the logo on cards.

According to FileMaker: "Databases allow you easily and quickly to share information. A simple way of sharing is to export data to PDF files or spreadsheets and then email the files to team members, business partners or friends.
Full-featured databases (such as FileMaker Pro) enable multiple people to open and use the same database at the same time. Security features allow you to limit access to information to only those who need to know."

As FileMaker President Dominique Goupil said the FileMaker 9 has the features that are more time efficient as it needs shorter time and enable developers to add more value to their FileMaker solutions. Through FileMaker 9 the skills transfer into competitive and career advantages.

According to the PC WORLD there are no prerequisites for the Developer Essentials for FileMaker 9 certification exam, FileMaker recommends to take FileMaker Training Series available for $129AUD. They include 12 in-depth training modules, demo files, exercises and videos. The tests are in 2 languages English and Japanese.

The official site of FileMaker comments on the use of database:

Manage your contacts and customer lists
Track projects and tasks
Create home inventory with photos
Coordinate group activities
Create quick and easy reports
Organize a charity auction
Track employee information
Print invoices, letters and mailing labels
Connect data; students and classes
Store digital assets and their descriptions