2/6/2001 -- Internet software company Allaire Corp. formally introduced a new Web Site Developer certification yesterday.

According to Allaire, its Web Site Developer title is designed to provide "a professional level of skill measurement in the activities that demonstrate an individual's competency as a Web Site developer." Consisting of one exam, the certification confirms candidates skills in three key areas: Web page design, authoring and support technologies.

The exam consists of 70 multiple choice questions and costs $100 (U.S.). Allaire recommends that candidates have the following experience before sitting for the exam:

• One or more years experience with HTML, CSS and JavaScript
• Understanding of fundamental Web design principles
• Understanding of how browsers and Web server process HTTP requests

Allaire will offer an optional training course, "Fast Track to HTML," to help prepare candidates.

VUE will proctor the test worldwide. Candidates can register at http://www.vue.com/allaire.

Allaire also offers a ColdFusion certification. For more information about Allaire, visit http://www.allaire.com. -B.N.

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