MySQL 8.0 Database Administrator (1Z0-908)

Exam Overview

The Oracle 1Z0-908: MySQL 8.0 Database Administrator certification exam is designed for database professionals seeking to validate their expertise in administering MySQL 8.0 database systems. This certification tests candidates' knowledge and skills in installing, configuring, monitoring, and maintaining MySQL 8.0 databases, as well as implementing security measures and performing backup and recovery operations.

Exam Information

This certification focuses on the practical aspects of MySQL 8.0 database administration, including installation, configuration, security, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and high availability solutions. The 1Z0-908 validates a database administrator's ability to effectively manage MySQL 8.0 databases in production environments.

Key Topics Covered

MySQL 8.0 architecture and components
Installation and configuration
User management and security
Data manipulation and SQL optimization
Backup and recovery strategies
Performance tuning and monitoring
High availability implementations
Replication setup and maintenance
Troubleshooting database issues
InnoDB storage engine features
MySQL Shell and utilities

Target Audience

This exam is ideal for:

Database administrators
System administrators managing databases
DevOps engineers
Database architects
IT infrastructure specialists
Cloud database administrators
Technical consultants for MySQL solutions

Exam Format

Multiple-choice and multiple-select questions
Approximately 75 questions
Time limit: 150 minutes (2.5 hours)
Passing score: 63% (typically)
Proctored examination environment
Available in multiple languages

Skills Measured

MySQL Server Management (20-25%)

Install and configure MySQL Server
Manage MySQL configuration files
Configure and monitor system variables
Deploy MySQL in various environments
Work with storage engines, especially InnoDB

Security (15-20%)

Implement user account management
Configure authentication methods
Manage roles and privileges
Implement encryption features
Apply security best practices

Backup and Recovery (20-25%)

Design and implement backup strategies
Perform physical and logical backups
Use MySQL Enterprise Backup
Implement point-in-time recovery
Handle crash recovery scenarios

Monitoring and Troubleshooting (15-20%)

Use performance monitoring tools
Analyze performance using Performance Schema
Troubleshoot common database problems
Monitor database health
Optimize database performance

High Availability (15-20%)

Implement MySQL replication
Configure Group Replication
Set up InnoDB Cluster
Use MySQL Router
Implement failover solutions

Scalability (5-10%)

Partition tables for improved performance
Implement sharding strategies
Scale reads using replication
Configure connection pooling
Optimize for high-throughput environments

Preparation Resources

Oracle University MySQL training courses
Official MySQL 8.0 Reference Manual
Oracle MySQL certification preparation guides
Practice tests and exam simulations
Hands-on lab exercises and workshops
MySQL community forums and resources
Oracle Learning Library for MySQL