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| posted on 20/2/14 at 04:13 PM |
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Java Certification Question
Afternoon all,
I'm trying to improve my knowledge of Java. I've been working in Java for about 3 years and I think now would be a good time to make sure
I have a complete understanding of the basics. I also would like something to show for it, so a qualification or certificate would be good. I.e. it
would be useful to be able to prove I know the basics.
The two options I've found so far:
- Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 5/SE 6
- Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 7 Programmer
Has anyone taken either of these?
My thinking is that 5/6 will be the current version used by most industries but that 7 is the way forward.
What will look better on a CV and to potential employers?
Or is there anyone option entirely?
All votes/opinions/views welcome
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HappyFather
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| posted on 20/2/14 at 10:49 PM |
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7 builds on top of 6, so if you know 7 you know 6. Besides, although 6 is the current mainstream in big corporations, 5 is outdated and 7 is the thing
on newer companies.
Two other things...
Associate certification is now on the requirement path for further certifications (it wasn't like that some years ago, when SUN controlled
Java). If you intend on doing other certifications, confirm what is their certification path. But I'll bet going for the newer Java version will
give you better future chances of meeting requirements without having to upgrade current certification first.
I don't know if this applies to all Java certifications, but at least with the EE Enterprise Architect (used to be called SUN Certified
Enterprise Architect - SCEA) it is true... The certification has a validity period. My SCEA had a 5 year validity. Although I can mention I did SCEA
on my CV, it actually is now void and a picky potential employer could disregard my cert because of that. Take that into consideration later when
jumping jobs. Also when considering further certifications.
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