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Certified in C++.

Already know C++? Skip the course. Pass the exam and get a verified W3Schools certificate the same day.

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  • 3 attemptsNo extra cost
  • Course includedBrush up before you take it
  • ForeverCertificates never expire

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How it works

Buy it. Take it. Share it.

No scheduling, no proctor, no waiting for results.

  1. Buy the exam

    Instant access in your W3Schools account. No scheduling.

  2. Take it when you're ready

    Online, multiple choice. 3 attempts included.

  3. Get certified

    Pass and your certificate is issued the same day.

What the exam tests

The C++ skills you need to pass.

Multiple choice questions across the whole of C++, from the basics to real-world use.

  • Understand what C++ is and why it is used.
  • Use cout to print text and cin for user input.
  • Create and use variables with different data types.
  • Use if statements and loops like for and while.
  • Write functions and use arrays.
  • Work with C++ strings.
  • Understand basic object-oriented concepts like classes and objects.
  • Identify errors and debug your code.
  • Write and run C++ programs.
Not sure you're ready?

The full C++ course, 48 modules, is included with the exam. Brush up first, then take it.

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Roles that ask for this

  • C++ Developer
  • Software Engineer
  • Game Developer
  • Embedded Systems Engineer
  • Systems Programmer
  • Firmware Engineer
  • Robotics Engineer
  • Graphics Programmer
  • High-Performance Computing Engineer
  • Quantitative Developer
  • Backend Engineer
  • Simulation Engineer

Levels

Your score sets your level.

Pass at any level and the certificate is yours. The level is printed on it.

  • 40%Intermediate

    You know the fundamentals and can use them in practice.

  • 75%Advanced

    You handle most real-world tasks without looking things up.

  • 90%Professional

    Expert level. The highest mark on a W3Schools certificate.

Your certificate

Become a Certified C++ Developer.

A credential from the site that has taught the web since 1999.

  1. Issued in your name

    With your level and the date you passed.

  2. Verifiable

    Employers check it in seconds by link or QR code.

  3. Yours forever

    No renewals, no expiry. Add it to LinkedIn and your CV.

Certified C++ Developer

Reviews

What learners say.

4.8 · 874 reviews

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Questions? Answers.

How does the exam work?

It is online and multiple choice. You start it whenever you want from your W3Schools account. You get the result the moment you finish, and the certificate right after you pass.

What if I fail?

You have 3 attempts. Take your time between them and retry when you're ready.

Is there a time limit?

Each attempt has a time limit, but there is no deadline for starting it. Buy now, take it when you feel ready.

Does the certificate expire?

No. It never expires. It is issued in your name and employers can verify it with a unique link or QR code.

Do you have a money-back guarantee?

Yes. 14 days from purchase, as long as no exam attempt is used. Our refund policy.

Is the course included?

Yes. Buying the exam also gives you the full course, so you can brush up before you take it. And buying the course includes the exam. Same content, pick the page that fits you.