Overview of the SAS 9.4 Programming Fundamentals Exam Exam
The SAS 9.4 Programming Fundamentals exam evaluates data practitioners and aspiring data analysts on their proficiency in manipulating data, generating reports, and performing basic statistical analysis using Base SAS software. Candidates must demonstrate technical command over the DATA step for inputting raw data, implementing conditional logic, and utilizing functions for character and numeric data transformation. Proficiency is required in using PROC SQL for relational table joins and subsetting, alongside report generation via PROC PRINT, PROC FREQ, and PROC MEANS. Mastery includes managing SAS libraries, diagnosing syntax errors, executing procedures, and applying Output Delivery System (ODS) commands to format and export results.