As an tech-Savvy, i would write something about my own Acheivements.And that is an SCJP,SCWCD Certified developer.
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE AND CERTIFICATION PATH TO JAVA CERTIFICATIONS
INTRODUCTION: Java-the worlds#1 programming language to create secure, Portable, High-Performance applications has Standard Edition and Enterprise Edition.
The Java Platform Standard Edition offers the rich user interface, performance and security that today’s applications Require. With JavaSE Certification one can expertise to create secure, portable, High-performance applications. The Java Platform Enterprise Edition offers a rich enterprise software platform which is community-driven expertise and is provided a choice to choose from 20 Java EE Implementations. Java EE is developed using Java Community Process, with contributions from Industry experts, commercial and open source organizations, Java Groups and individuals. With a JavaEE certification, one can showcase his foundation skills that are aligned with Industry needs, Application Portability and Increased Development-Productivity. Java developers are in high demand in the IT marketplace today.IT professionals can differentiate themselves from their peers or competition and gain valuable job security by earning a Java certification. Expand your knowledge of Java EE and related technologies today with comprehensive, expert-led training from Oracle University before earning a certification, then validate your skills and move your career forward by earning a certification. Whether you want to become a database administrator, a developer, a system administrator or any other highly valued contributor, you need the skills hiring managers to seek for these positions. Certifications are a Value Contributor to the goals. To achieve certification you need a guiding Learning Path. Learning paths will guide you so you can achieve your specific career goals, one training course at a time. Each learning path suggests a sequence of courses that when completed, will empower you with the skills you need to compete.
SUGGESTIONS TO CAREER PATH: When you want something in life, you figure out a game plan to get it, right? Learning paths are your game plan. And this article coaches you, and discuss steps that help in guiding you toward your goals.
Each learning path lays out a sequence of courses that will help you develop product expertise. By following a learning path and taking courses online or in person, you can and will land that IT job you’ve always wanted. The product expertise you need to get the job you’ve always dreamed about isn’t out of reach – in fact, it’s right there for the taking. Once you’ve identified a product and job role you want to go after, follow the recommended learning path, diving into one course at a time. As you learn, you’ll grow. And as you grow, you’ll become more confident. And this confidence will attract hiring managers who are looking for people with the skills you can develop through hands-on training.
JAVA CERTIFICATION PATH:
In some cases, a learning path will recommend you earn a related Certification – a highly respected credential that validates your expertise in a specific technology area. When you follow a learning path, you put yourself in a position to develop in-demand expertise that differentiates you from your peers and increases your chance of getting hired. Having an up-to-date Java Certification shows employers and peers you have the latest skills and knowledge of the technology. There are 6 levels of Oracle Certification credentials: Oracle Certified Junior Associate (OCJA), Oracle Certified Associate (OCA), Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Oracle Certified Master (OCM), Oracle Certified Expert (OCE) and Oracle Certified Specialist (OCS). These credentials are spread across 9 technology pillars and further broken down into product family and product groupings.
Are you new to the Java programming world? If the answer is Yes, then you have the following two certifications as the first one to crack for decorating your profiles. Oracle Certified Associate, Java Programmer I (OCAJP) Oracle Certified Professional, Java Programmer II (OCPJP) The above two certifications would give you a good understanding the Java programming fundamentals and get you a Job. Note that OCAJP is entry-level and mandatory for writing any of the Java certifications. Are you already working with Java and enhance your career?
If the answer is Yes, then you have the expert level exams to improve your skills. There are various expert level exams: OCEJWCD – JSP and Servlets OCEJSFD – Java Server Faces (JSF) OCEJWSD – Web Services OCEJPAD – Java Persistence API (JPA) OCEEJBD – Enterprise Java Beans (EJB) Note: all the above certifications would require the OCAJP as the mandatory certification. Are you a Java developer with more than 10 years of experience? If the answer is Yes, then you would probably have to think about writing the Oracle Certified Master, Java EE Enterprise Architect (OCMJEA) exam. This exam does not require any basic certification as mandatory. You can directly write this certification. If you could pass this exam, you will be able to handle any kind of Java projects.
VALUE/WORTH OF JAVA CERTIFICATION:
One of the key benefits of earning certification is an effective way for the employer to filter job applicants. Just like a degree, a recognized certification can be a useful tool for HR to achieve slim down piles of applications. While many applicants will bring CS degrees, it is common to want someone who can hit the ground running using Java with a level of competence that isn’t assured simply by that degree.
However some years ago(before Sun corporation was merged to Oracle), the certifications were different. Sun Certified Java Programmer (SCJP) is the old version of Java certification.
This certification has been renamed as OCA and OCP. If you are already an Oracle Certified Professional Java programmer for an older version of Java such as OCPJP 7 or SCJP 6, then you should follow these considerations:
1) The most important thing is that from Java 7 onwards Oracle has split the Java Professional certification into two exams – Associate level and Professional level. To be a Java 7 (and onwards) Professional, you need to first clear the Associate level. But if you are already certified on a previous version of Java, you can take an upgrade exam for Java 7 or Java 8. If you want to acquire the Professional certification with just one exam, your only option is to take OCPJP 6 1Z0-851. This exam does not require any prior certification.
2)To acquire the latest Java 8 Professional Certification (OCPJP8), you need to acquire the Java 8 Associate Certification (OCAJP8) first.
3)Oracle also provides upgrade exams. If you are already certified on a previous version, you can take an appropriate upgrade exam.
So in order to attain Java Certification you need to follow steps like:
1)Understand the Java Certification versions and their domain.
2)Go through at least one certification book.
3)It is always better to prepare by solving as many questions similar to those encountered in the exams as possible even if you have a few years of Java development experience.
4)Register and Buy Vouchers, Locate exam venue.
5)Check Your Results, and even digitally claim for it and publish by registering in Oracle Website.
***Java Certifcitation details/cost/training and Steps to earn certifications would be discusseed in next article.
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