Re: Value of OCP DBA Certification?

I would say that it is worth it. It really makes you study things in detail and think through why the database does what it does. You will be surprised how many people don't know why the database does what it does. (Even with 8 or 9 years of experience). I know that it will probably benefit younger guys like me more than the experienced veterans, but it still doesn't hurt to have that.

All you have to do is put it on your resume and not even mention it unless someone does. If they do, maybe you can leverage it for higher rates/salary. Anyway, that is my .02 cents worth on the issue. BTW, I have almost obtained my Oracle 7 and 8 certification and it has helped me out tremendously.

Daniel Murray
Database Administrator
Carrierpoint
<d_a_p_at_my-deja.com> wrote in message news:7ttepk$bt9$1_at_nnrp1.deja.com...
> I'm trying to gauge the value of getting certified in Oracle's OCP
> program. I've been working with Oracle as a consultant for around 8
> years and I've never had any trouble getting work, but I'm wondering if
> this might be a good idea going forward.
>
> To any of you who have already completed the OCP DBA process - do you
> think it was worth it?
>
> I realize these programs are largely money-making machines for the
> companies, but I intend to largely circumvent this by not taking the
> classes. I'm confident that I can pass the exams with a combination
> knowledge learned on the job and through private study.
>
> Opinions?
>
> -Dave
> DB Developer/DBA
>
>
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> Before you buy.
Received on Tue Oct 12 1999 - 12:35:07 CDT