CompTIA ITF+
IT Fundamentals (ITF+) is an introduction to foundational technology knowledge and skills.
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Software and Web Developers are the creative minds behind computer programs and websites. Some Software Developers develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on computers or devices, while others develop the underlying systems that run the devices or control the networks. Software Developers must identify the core functionalities that users need. Web Developers are responsible for the both the design and look of the site as well as the site’s technical aspects such as performance and capacity which are metrics of a website’s speed and traffic. Both roles require customer facing skills to determine client wants and needs.
| Experience Level | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual salary range* | $64,470 – $120,730 | $90,870 – $151,960 | $120,730 – $168,570 |
| Job Postings* | 148940 | 452920 | 304120 |
| Number of certificates available at each level | 4 CompTIA ITF+ RedHat Microsoft | 6 AWS IBM VMWare Redhat Oracle | 6 AWS IBM VMWare Redhat Oracle |
| Experience Level | Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced |
|---|
*CompTIA | Lightcast | U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Note: Many employers don't specify any years of experience in job postings.
Certifications like CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ can give you the background in IT that you need if you don’t already have it, to help launch your career as a Software or Web Developer.
IT Fundamentals (ITF+) is an introduction to foundational technology knowledge and skills.
Learn more Example questionsThe table below lists the domains measured by the full examination and the extent to which they are represented.
Domain and percentage of examination
Core 1 (220-1001)
| 1.0 Software | 21% |
| 2.0 Hardware | 18% |
| 3.0 Security | 21% |
| 4.0 Networking | 16% |
| 5.0 Basic IT Literacy | 24% |
| Total | 100% |
Example Questions
A package-delivery service is working with address information, which contains a house number and a street name. What is the best data type to use for the house number?
A. Integer B. String C. Float D. CharWhy do laptops use a heat spreader instead of heatsinks in their cooling system?
A. Heatsinks are filled with liquid and not conducive to laptop mobility. B. Heatsinks require a lot of extra electricity to run. C. Heatsinks are bulky objects with a lot of height. D. Heatsinks are too expensive and reserved for high-end systems.A senior manager of a regional office branch needs a payroll report of all staff, to calculate next year's budget. Which program is NOT useful for that?
A. Spreadsheet software B. Database software C. Accounting software D. Project management softwareA website visitor realizes that an important notification is not showing because the browser has a pop-up blocker. What's the best thing to do?
A. Disable the pop-up blocker. B. Add an exception for this website. C. Use a different browser. D. Avoid visiting this website.What does this pseudocode declare?
declare MinutesPerHour as Number = 60
An attacker successfully connects to an open wireless access point, and proceeds to monitor and capture the plain text traffic on the network. Which of the following integrity concerns does this describe?
A. A Denial of Service (DoS) attack B. An impersonation attack C. A Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attack D. A replay attackCompTIA certifications establish a baseline foundation of skills that you can build upon with other vendor or technology-specific certifications.
Validate entry-level skills for digital marketers, IT specialists, data analysts, project managers, and UX designers through Google Career Certificates. Select advanced level and industry specializations are also available.
Cover the entire Red Hat technology portfolio, validating skills needed to take on projects utilizing Red Hat technology. Red Hat certifies skills across multiple roles, including:
Administrator (RHCSA)
Engineer (RHCE)
Architect (RHCA)
Developers
Assess skills in using Microsoft technologies, including Azure, Dynamics 365, Microsoft 365 and Power Platform. Within each technology or role-based grouping, certifications are awarded across four levels:
Fundamental
Associate
Expert
Specialty
*CompTIA | Lightcast | U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Note: Many employers don't specify any years of experience in job postings.
CompTIA certifications establish a baseline foundation of skills that you can build upon with other vendor or technology-specific certifications.
Validate entry-level skills for digital marketers, IT specialists, data analysts, project managers, and UX designers through Google Career Certificates. Select advanced level and industry specializations are also available.
Validate expertise needed to deliver on cloud initiatives using AWS. Options are available based on role or technical area and by level:
Foundational
Associate
Professional
Specialty
Prove proficiency in the latest IBM technology and solutions. They validate skills needed to perform role-related tasks and activities at a specified level of competence.
Validate the critical skills required to integrate and manage VMware virtualization technologies used in the data center, at the network level, and in the cloud. VMware certifies across four levels:
Technical Associate (VCTA)
Professional (VCP)
Advanced Professional (VCAP)
Design Expert (VCDX)
Cover the entire Red Hat technology portfolio, validating skills needed to take on projects utilizing Red Hat technology. Red Hat certifies skills across multiple roles, including:
Administrator (RHCSA)
Engineer (RHCE)
Architect (RHCA)
Developers
Validate skills in Oracle solutions across cloud, software, and hardware products for a variety of key technical roles.
*CompTIA | Lightcast | U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Note: Many employers don't specify any years of experience in job postings.
CompTIA certifications establish a baseline foundation of skills that you can build upon with other vendor or technology-specific certifications.
Validate entry-level skills for digital marketers, IT specialists, data analysts, project managers, and UX designers through Google Career Certificates. Select advanced level and industry specializations are also available.
Validate expertise needed to deliver on cloud initiatives using AWS. Options are available based on role or technical area and by level:
Foundational
Associate
Professional
Specialty
Prove proficiency in the latest IBM technology and solutions. They validate skills needed to perform role-related tasks and activities at a specified level of competence.
Validate the critical skills required to integrate and manage VMware virtualization technologies used in the data center, at the network level, and in the cloud. VMware certifies across four levels:
Technical Associate (VCTA)
Professional (VCP)
Advanced Professional (VCAP)
Design Expert (VCDX)
Cover the entire Red Hat technology portfolio, validating skills needed to take on projects utilizing Red Hat technology. Red Hat certifies skills across multiple roles, including:
Administrator (RHCSA)
Engineer (RHCE)
Architect (RHCA)
Developers
Validate skills in Oracle solutions across cloud, software, and hardware products for a variety of key technical roles.
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