Re: Value of OCP DBA Certification?

What book(s) did you use to study? Are the books sufficient to pass the exams, assuming you've got a couple years of experience too?

Van Messner wrote:

> I did it like you - private study, no classes. I found the greatest value
> was in being forced to study a lot about Oracle in detail, including those
> things I'd never needed to use at work. I don't think it makes a whole lot
> of difference in the marketplace. 8 years experience says a lot more.
>
> Van
>
> <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 Fri Oct 15 1999 - 10:33:16 CDT