Re: The Ancient Question: learn 8 or 8i ?

billabyte wrote:
>
> I am just starting out learning about Oracle, with the goal of eventually
> switching from being a programmer (C, Delphi, VB, etc) to an Oracle DBA.
> Most people I have asked suggest I work on learning 8i instead 8, since
> Oracle will (supposedly) be pushing for everyone to go to 8i. It looks to
> me, like Oracle8 has a better developed training/certification program So I
> am wondering if I should pursue 8 training, then learn the "i" features in
> 8i.
>
> For example, my immediate plan is to get certified as a DBO (operator) so
> that I have *some* skills while I spend the time required to go through the
> DBA track. I see that Oracle has an Oracle8 DBO program, but not an
> Oracle8i DBO program. I also have some Oracle8 books from Oracle Press,
> which I would prefer to not have to re-buy to get the "i" versions.
>
> Will someone tell me it's still okay to learn Oracle8 ??
>
> Or is it really that much better to learn Oracle8i?
>
> Thanks!

Go with 8i but any training on 8.0 will not be a waste of time - just remember to book in for the "New Features" course...

8i.2 is already out and 8i.3 is on the way...

HTH

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