Stay ahead at the pace of AI

Generative AI is innovating at an exponential rate, propelled by advancements in model capabilities, increased investment, and rapid adoption across industries. 

There are several drivers, including:

• Continued advancements in computing power and hardware which are essential for training and running increasingly complex models.
• Data availability and curation, given the availability of massive datasets for training.
• Open-source momentum, democratizing access to generative AI and empowering a broader community of developers.
• The availability of pre-trained models and plug-and-play APIs lowering the barrier to custom AI workflows.

With this pace of change in AI, continuous learning, workforce adaptation, and upskilling are critical. 
 

Your competitive AI edge

The tech job market is a mixed bag, characterized by both strong demand in specialized areas and increased competition. This is coupled with a robust pace of change thanks in large part to GenAI. Specialized roles such as AI Engineer and Data Scientist are facing competitiveness that has recalibrated to specific, high-value skills. 

According to Robert Half, a global talent solutions and business consulting firm, there’s a shift to skills-based hiring, ranking current skills and proven outcomes over traditional experience and education (Robert Half, June 2025). 

We’re seeing that: 

• Continuous learning is essential – Upskilling and reskilling are crucial to stay relevant in this pace of innovation.
• Demonstrable skills are important – Learning opportunities with recognized credentials and certification are more important than ever.
• Adaptability is the name of the game – The market is dynamic, and engineers, architects, and developers who stay current with learning opportunities and certifications are prepared for what’s next.

The power of Oracle learning and certifications for today’s demanding AI roles

Oracle is an established database juggernaut, has cultivated a significant position in the hyperscaler ranks, and is also keeping a dizzying pace of innovation in AI. 

Oracle is recognized as a key AI player, as determined by the company’s performance tied to AI, our strategic investments in AI infrastructure, our product innovation and integration of AI, and numerous customer successes. You don’t have to take my word for it. Read Oracle Is No Longer AI’s Dark Horse by The Wall Street Journal’s Dan Gallagher.

Our AI innovation is matched with equal gusto in our efforts to provide engineers, architects, and developers opportunities for continued learning and certification. Oracle University provides a comprehensive portfolio of training, certification, and digital adoption solutions to empower organizations to gain the skills and expertise needed to be successful with AI. 

Join Oracle’s Race to Certification 2025 

Oracle has launched Race to Certification 2025, offering FREE digital training and certifications in AI until October 31. Brush up on new skills and go deeper in expertise – while gaining credentials from an AI leader that are broadly recognized and respected. 

With the Race to Certification, gain highly coveted AI expertise with Oracle’s AI learning paths. Start with OCI AI Foundations—no prior experience needed— and then advance through certifications in OCI Generative AI, OCI Data Science, and Oracle AI Vector Search. Learn to design, build, and deploy real-world AI solutions using Oracle’s enterprise-grade AI infrastructure, Generative AI services, AI Data Platform, and Machine Learning tools built for every layer of the stack. Apply your expertise to real-world use cases and stand out as a skilled AI practitioner.

Acquire highly coveted AI capabilities, today

The job market continues to be competitive and the pace of change, particularly with AI, means that continuous learning is a necessity. The skills development and certification opportunities offered by the Race to Certification can demonstrate that you have the skills and expertise required to work with Oracle technologies.  

Join the 440,000 people (Aug. 27 update: 535,000+ and counting) who have accessed sought-after digital training and certifications in AI, for FREE. 

Join the Race today!

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