PDF Version DemoThe IBM InfoSphere DataStage v11.3 exam has a reputation for breadth, and many candidates underestimate how much ground it covers. Getcertkey closes those gaps with 64 practice questions that reflect the style and difficulty you can expect in 2026.
IBM C2090-424 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | IBM |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | InfoSphere DataStage v11.3 |
| Exam Number: | C2090-424 |
| Real Exam Qty: | 64 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Related Certifications: | IBM Certified Solution Developer - InfoSphere DataStage v11.3 |
| Passing Score: | 41 out of 64 |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Multiple choice |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Withdrawn – no longer available |
| Pre Condition: | Proficiency with DataStage design, parallel processing, configuration, and job tuning |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ibm.com/training/certification/ibm-certified-solution-developer-infosphere-datastage-v113-28000404 |
IBM C2090-424 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Parallel Architecture | 9% | |
| Topic 2: Data Transformation | 12% | |
| Topic 3: Configuration | 6% | |
| Topic 4: Persistent Storage | 15% | |
| Topic 5: Monitor and Troubleshoot | 9% | |
| Topic 6: Job Components | 8% | |
| Topic 7: Job Management and Deployment | 8% | |
| Topic 8: Job Control and Runtime Management | 8% | |
| Topic 9: Databases | 6% | |
| Topic 10: Metadata | 5% | |
| Topic 11: Job Design | 14% |
IBM InfoSphere DataStage v11.3 Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most
What is the IBM C2090-424 exam?
The C2090-424 exam is the official IBM exam behind the IBM Certified Solution Developer certification, validating the skills measured by the IBM InfoSphere DataStage v11.3 credential. It sits at the Solution Developer level of the IBM certification program. It also connects to IBM Certified Solution Developer - InfoSphere DataStage v11.3, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the C2090-424 exam, and how much time do I get?
The C2090-424 exam contains 64 questions to be completed within 90 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
Are there any prerequisites for the C2090-424 exam?
Proficiency with DataStage design, parallel processing, configuration, and job tuning Requirements can change when IBM revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
Can I try the C2090-424 practice questions before I buy?
Yes. Getcertkey provides a free C2090-424 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if IBM revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.
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What topics are covered in the C2090-424 exam?
The IBM InfoSphere DataStage v11.3 exam blueprint is organized into 11 domains. The first three are:
- Databases — 6% of the exam
- Parallel Architecture — 9% of the exam
- Job Management and Deployment — 8% of the exam
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
IBM InfoSphere DataStage v11.3 Sample Questions:
Question #1
Which statement about shared containers is TRUE?
A. A shared container can be converted to a local container
B. A container cannot be created by selecting a group of stages and links in a job
C. A local container can be converted to a shared container
D. A shared container is an independently compiled unit
Question #2
Which of the following actions are available when editing a message handler?
A. Demote to warning
B. Abort Job
C. Promote to informational
D. Promote to warning
Question #3
To run multiple copies of the same job within Director, which of the following must be supplied?
A. Job name
B. Parameter values
C. Invocation ID
D. Username and password
Question #4
Which of the following is TRUE?
A. The Copy stage can be used for implicit data type conversions
B. When runtime column propagation is enabled, you can use output mapping on a stage to rename or drop columns
C. The DB2 Connector stage can have, at most, one input link
D. The Modify stage can keep or drop records
Question #5
Archive files can contain assets from multiple exports of multiple tools. When importing into a project from an archive file with the istool command, which order of asset types below would yield the best performance?
A. Common metadata,
Users and groups,
Custom attributes for InfoSphere Information Governance Catalog,
InfoSphere Data Stage and QualityStage assets
B. Users and groups,
Common metadata,
InfoSphere DataStage and QualityStage assets,
Custom attributes for InfoSphere Information Governance Catalog,
Reports
C. Common metadata,
Users and groups,
Custom attributes for InfoSphere Information Governance Catalog,
InfoSphere DataStage and QualityStage assets,
Reports
D. Users and groups,
Common metadata,
InfoSphere DataStage and QualityStage assets,
Reports,
Custom attributes for InfoSphere Information Covernance Catalog
Solutions:
| Question #1 Correct Answer: C | Question #2 Correct Answer: D | Question #3 Correct Answer: B | Question #4 Correct Answer: B | Question #5 Correct Answer: D |
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