Couchbase has launched "Couchbase Academy," an updated training program designed to offer comprehensive learning and certification opportunities for users of its products, announced at their recent Connect Online event. The Academy aims to cater to different user personas such as Developers, Architects, and Administrators by providing both free self-paced and paid instructor-led training to guide learners from basic knowledge to self-sufficiency. The new initiative includes the Couchbase Associate Java Developer course, featuring interactive content and hands-on exercises, along with a proctored certification exam to validate proficiency. The exam, which includes multiple-choice questions, is complemented by a study guide to aid preparation, and candidates need to schedule the exam with a remote proctor. This course and certification mark the beginning of a broader certification program intended to cover all user personas and training levels, with more courses and certifications expected to be added in the future.