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Re: new to DBA

From: Dwayne Cox <dwaynec_at_infotechfl.com>
Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 08:21:41 -0800
Message-ID: <F001.003EF2C3.20020114074534@fatcity.com>

Andy,

One addition to Patrice's steps:
If you really want to be a good DBA, forget sleep or a social life for at least a year, maybe longer depending on your goals.

Oh, and have fun!

-D-

On Monday 14 January 2002 10:10 am, Boivin, Patrice J wrote:
> To install... release notes, Getting Started guide.
>
> Then, Oracle Concepts manual and Database Administration manual.
>
> Perhaps Oracle Press DBA 101 book.
>
> After that, get a membership card for your local bookstore. Get used to
> purchasing books that sell for US$60 or more each... Switch your meal plan
> to macaroni and cheese.
>
> Regards,
> Patrice Boivin
> Systems Analyst (Oracle Certified DBA)

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