Any database experts here? MCDBA....

Strike · 09-19-2006, 04:31 PM

I am interested in furthering my studies in to the IT field, can someone please offer some advice and information particularly in DBA.

really appreciate it

Stealth · 09-19-2006, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Strike

I am interested in furthering my studies in to the IT field, can someone please offer some advice and information particularly in DBA.

really appreciate it

You've already chosen your path (MCDBA) follow it. Buy books, study and take certification exams simple as ABC. You might want to look at market demands for MCDBAs down the road as opposed to being other type of DBAs. Overall, you're the architect of your own destiny...plan it very well.

Strike · 09-19-2006, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Stealth

You've already chosen your path (MCDBA) follow it. Buy books, study and take certification exams simple as ABC. You might want to look at market demands for MCDBAs down the road as opposed to being other type of DBAs. Overall, you're the architect of your own destiny...plan it very well.

I just did some research and it appears its extermely difficult to an entry level doing Dba, most employees frown on certificates because they want people with real life experience. Is this true?

Anygma · 09-19-2006, 08:36 PM

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I just did some research and it appears its extermely difficult to an entry level doing Dba, most employees frown on certificates because they want people with real life experience. Is this true?

That is very true but it certainly won't hurt to be certified. Every now and then I do see entry-level positions but certification is a stepping stone.

**Thuggie Baby** · 09-20-2006, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Strike

I am interested in furthering my studies in to the IT field, can someone please offer some advice and information particularly in DBA.

really appreciate it

You are on the right track. You can't go wrong with certification and alot of hands-on practise and sample tasks and projects. goodluck

PALADIN · 09-20-2006, 11:06 PM

The issue of certs, degree , and experience continues, however though it should be best to get all 3. It only helps make you more markateable. The market right now is more in favor of experienced Pros, but in small businesses, non-profits, and educational institutions, there are opportunities lurking for entry level profesionals, also, if you think you know your stuff, then you might just embellish your resume a bit to give you some competitive advantage.

Strike · 09-21-2006, 04:07 PM

Anygma and TBP thanks for the insight, i am going to find some studying material and get into it.

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Strike Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: BK Posts: 476 Points: 10,553.31 Bank: 69,582.07 Total Points: 80,135.38 Donate Rep Power: 2211	Anygma and TBP thanks for the insight, i am going to find some studying material and get into it.

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