Advanced Linux certification validating ability to automate Red Hat Enterprise Linux administration using Ansible. Covers Ansible playbooks, roles, inventories, and system automation at scale. Exam code: EX294.
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May 10, 2026
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For senior Linux/automation roles in regulated industries, RHCSA → RHCE pathway often preferred over LPIC-2 due to enterprise vendor backing + hands-on credibility.
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Time-constrained exam (4h, ~12 tasks). Speed at vim, ansible-playbook, and yaml-debugging essential. Many failers cite running out of time despite knowing answers.
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May 10, 2026
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Ansible-centric since EX294 (RHEL 8/9). Heavy on playbooks, roles, vault, dynamic inventory. Sander van Vugt RHCE Cert Guide standard. $500 exam fee — Red Hat Learning Subscription often more cost-effective for multi-cert pursuits.
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May 10, 2026
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Red Hat's automation/Ansible-focused engineer cert (EX294). RHCSA prerequisite enforced. Hands-on performance-based exam. Strong HR signal in EU enterprise / financial / public sector RHEL shops.
Standard RHCE textbook, Ansible-focused for RHEL 9.
Official Red Hat training. Covers EX294 directly. Often employer-paid for multi-cert pursuits.
Free Ansible documentation. Core reference for playbooks, roles, modules.
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Exam Duration
4h
Pass Score
210/300
Remote Proctored
Yes — remote or test center
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Study Time
~100 hours