Re: Oracle DBA: Where do I start?

Michael Willer <no.spam_at_please.com> wrote in message news:<3f6b2608$0$13164$edfadb0f_at_dread15.news.tele.dk>...
> Zack Bethem wrote:
>
> > Sorry for the repeating theme, but I was hoping for some guidance. I'm
> > currently a Siebel consultant/integrator. I've done my time
> > administering envionments and running Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, and SQL*Loader
> > jobs.
> >
> > In an effort to stop travelling and to evolve into a steady career, I
> > want to pursue becoming a DBA role. The problem is common, however.
> > I was wondering if you could give me some pointers on what I should or
> > shouldn't do.
> >
> > * Investing to become an OCP DBA is going to be a hefty out-of-pocket
> > expense, so I'm not sure it's the best way to go. Lots of money for an
> > uncertain return.
> >
> > * Spending time dorking on a linux box would give one experience, but
> > it's not marketable when it comes time for interviews.
> >
> > I would like to know what the group thinks. Mind the 'no-spam' in the
> > email if replying directly to me.. thanks.
> >
> > Zack
> >
> Zack,
>

Zack
...
This is contigent on what you said ....

Depending on what you are ready to give up and how far you are ready to stretch to find a job there could be one out there for you. Your consulting experience could be used to leverage your job search.
It may be hard to say that there are NO openings for junior DBA,s. With your siebel experience and some PL/SQL you could find a way in and why not request from the start your interest in assisting the dba from where you can grow .
In the meantime invest your time in Oracle as suggested earlier on in the thread while searching for a spot to squeeze in. (This is exquisitely expressed in the Pidgin language ["chuk head"]Get your head inside)

Michael Tubuo Ngong Received on Mon Sep 22 2003 - 21:14:31 CEST