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Exam Format
90 min
50
68%
Professional
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$245 USD
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Validity
Requires periodic recertification per Oracle Cloud recertification policy
Pass a current version of the exam; Complete required continuing education activities; Earn a higher-level certification in the same track
1Z0-1042-25 Exam Topics and Domains
1Z0-1042-25 is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with Database adapters, FTP/SFTP, Integration Designer, Monitoring Dashboard, and more.
1
Getting Started with OIC Integrations
18%
Describe the Key Components of the OIC Integration Feature
OIC Architecture OverviewIntegration Types and Use Cases
- Identify and describe the key architectural components of OIC Integration feature
- Understand the different integration patterns available in OIC
Explain OIC Integration Concepts
Integration LifecycleConnections and Adapters
- Explain fundamental OIC integration concepts
- Understand the relationship between connections, adapters, and integrations
Summarize How Integrations Work
Integration Flow Execution
- Summarize the end-to-end flow of an integration execution
- Understand how messages are processed and transformed
Discuss Web Services Fundamentals (WSDL, SOAP, REST, JSON)
SOAP and WSDLREST and JSON
- Discuss web services fundamentals including SOAP, REST, WSDL, and JSON
- Understand when to use SOAP vs REST-based integrations
2
Using OIC Connections & Adapters
21%
Create OIC Connections
Connection ConfigurationAdapter Selection
- Create and configure OIC connections using various adapters
- Select appropriate authentication methods for different connection types
Configure Trigger Connections
Trigger Connection Types
- Configure trigger connections to initiate integrations
- Understand different trigger types and their use cases
Configure Invoke Connections
Invoke Connection Setup
- Configure invoke connections to call external systems
- Understand invoke patterns and error handling
Describe the Connectivity Agent
On-Premises Connectivity
- Describe the purpose and architecture of the OIC connectivity agent
- Understand when and how to use the connectivity agent for on-premises integrations
3
Creating Orchestrated Integrations
40%
Manage OIC Lookups
Lookup Creation and Management
- Create and manage OIC lookup tables for data transformation
- Use lookups effectively in integration mappings
Use the OIC Data Mapper
Data Mapping FundamentalsAdvanced Mapping Techniques
- Use the OIC data mapper to transform data between different formats
- Apply mapping functions and XPath expressions effectively
Use Custom JavaScript Libraries
JavaScript in OIC
- Implement custom JavaScript libraries for complex logic
- Use JavaScript actions in orchestration flows
Add and Configure Orchestration Flow Actions
Orchestration ActionsFlow Control
- Add and configure various orchestration flow actions
- Design complex integration flows with conditional logic and loops
Implement File Handling Options
File OperationsFTP/SFTP Integration
- Implement comprehensive file handling in integrations
- Work with various file formats and transfer protocols
Leverage the Fault Handling Framework
Error Handling StrategiesRetry and Recovery
- Leverage the fault handling framework for robust error management
- Implement retry and recovery strategies
4
Creating Scheduled Integrations
11%
Define an Integration Schedule
Schedule Configuration
- Define and configure integration schedules using cron expressions
- Understand scheduling options and timing considerations
Convert a Scheduled Integration to App-Driven
Integration Pattern Conversion
- Convert scheduled integrations to app-driven patterns
- Understand the differences and use cases for each pattern
Use Scheduled Parameters
Parameter Configuration
- Use scheduled parameters to pass data to integrations
- Configure and manage schedule parameters effectively
5
Testing, Monitoring and Troubleshooting Integrations
16%
Activate & Deactivate Integrations
Integration Lifecycle Management
- Activate and deactivate integrations with appropriate settings
- Manage integration lifecycle and versions
Test REST Trigger Connection-Based Integrations
Testing Methodologies
- Test REST trigger-based integrations using various tools
- Validate integration functionality and responses
Import & Export Integrations
Migration and Deployment
- Import and export integrations for migration and deployment
- Manage integration packages and dependencies
Monitor & Troubleshoot Integration Instances
Monitoring DashboardTroubleshooting Techniques
- Monitor integration instances using OIC dashboards
- Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues effectively
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 1Z0-1042-25 earns the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2025 Certified Application Integration Professional certification. It sits in the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure - Application Integration track.
Next Level Options
- 1Z0-1085-25 - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2025 Foundations AssociateBuild broader OCI knowledge foundation
- 1Z0-1072-25 - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2025 Architect AssociateProgress to architectural design role
Alternative Paths
- 1Z0-1071-25 - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2025 Digital Assistant Professional Complementary AI/chatbot integration skills
- 1Z0-1041-25 - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2025 Analytics Cloud Professional Complementary data analytics and reporting skills
- 1Z0-1110-25 - Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2025 Data Science ProfessionalExpand into ML/AI integration capabilities
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Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for 1Z0-1042-25.
Who should take this exam?
- 1+ years of hands-on experience implementing Oracle Integration Cloud integrations
- Completion of 'Become An Application Integration Professional (2025)' learning path
- Understanding of integration patterns and web services
- Familiarity with cloud-based application integration