Re: Value of OCP DBA Certification?

The only quantifiable gauge that makes sense to me is probably not available yet -- with x amount of years experience and certification at level y would you make significantly more money than one without that certification.

It is really all about money even for those taking the exams.

Some reasons that I would want to get certified.

(1) I suspect that my competition is probably getting certified right now to try to demonstrate that they are better than I am. (2) If I go through a lengthy certification process it will at least demonstrate that I have discipline and that I am willing to play the game. (3) If I keep my certification up-to-date with the latest Oracle technology that would be a sign that I can learn new tricks and overcome bad habits.

Frank Hubeny

d_a_p_at_my-deja.com wrote:

> 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 Thu Oct 14 1999 - 00:47:03 CDT