Canonical has announced the Canonical Academy, offering new official certifications for Ubuntu Linux skills. The initiative allows users to demonstrate their expertise through structured exams. It remains unclear if successful participants receive a fun animal name, a nod to Ubuntu's naming tradition.
On October 23, 2025, Canonical introduced the Canonical Academy, a platform designed to provide official certifications in Ubuntu Linux. This development enables Linux enthusiasts and professionals to validate their skills formally.
The announcement highlights the academy's focus on Ubuntu certifications, building on the open-source operating system's popularity in desktops, servers, and hardware benchmarking. Phoronix reported the news, emphasizing its relevance to Linux performance, open-source graphics, and Ubuntu hardware testing.
How-To Geek covered the story with a lighthearted tone, noting the official Ubuntu exam as a way to 'show off your Linux skills.' The article playfully questions whether completers earn a 'fun animal name,' referencing Ubuntu's release naming convention like 'Jammy Jellyfish.'
No specific details on exam formats, costs, or timelines were provided in the sources, but the academy aims to certify proficiency in key Linux areas. This move by Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, supports growing demand for verified Linux expertise in professional settings.