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Relational Databases Certification

freeCodeCamp's rebuilt certification on Bash, SQL, PostgreSQL and Git, with a free exam.

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About this course

Released in late 2025, this certification teaches the command line, Bash scripting, SQL with PostgreSQL and Git. Modules follow freeCodeCamp's lesson, workshop, lab and quiz format and end with five projects and an exam.

Best for: Learners who want practical database and command-line skills.

What you will be able to do

  • Use the command line and write Bash scripts
  • Design and query relational databases
  • Work with PostgreSQL
  • Track work with Git

Syllabus and your progress

Tick modules off as you finish them on freeCodeCamp.

0 of 6 modules done

Plan your pace

At 4 hours a week you would finish in about 75 weeks, using the course time estimate above.

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Cost and certificate

Free certificate

Free certification: complete the five certification projects and pass the free 50-question exam.

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Quick answers

Is Relational Databases Certification really free?
Yes, the course material is free on freeCodeCamp. Free certification: complete the five certification projects and pass the free 50-question exam.
How long does Relational Databases Certification take?
Plan for about 300 hrs in total (freeCodeCamp's September 2025 announcement put each new certification at about 300 hours of coursework.). It is interactive, so you can go faster or slower.
Do I need experience before Relational Databases Certification?
No. It is a beginner course with no prerequisites listed.

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