Elastic recently launched its first professional certification, the Elastic Certified Engineer, a rigorous exam designed to test a wide range of Elasticsearch skills across operations and development. Hiroshi Yoshioka from Acroquest Technology became the first person to achieve this certification, reflecting his expertise and commitment to providing top-tier Elasticsearch solutions. Yoshioka, a Senior Consultant specializing in data analytics, emphasized the importance of the certification in offering security to customers considering Elasticsearch for big data analysis and visualization. He prepared for the exam through Elastic webinars, official documentation, and comprehensive training courses led by experienced Elastic Community Engineers. The exam focuses on practical problem-solving with Elasticsearch functions, rather than mere theoretical knowledge, and is strictly monitored to ensure integrity. Yoshioka encourages other engineers to pursue the certification, highlighting its value in the IT industry and its role in enhancing one's problem-solving abilities and professional credentials.