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srikiran14
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 Posted - 2012-03-25 : 14:07:43
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| Hi Guys,Firstly, I am newbie to this website and SQL. So if i say something which i shouldn't, Forgive me.Anyway, I am planning to start out my career in SQL. Currently, i am system engineer in Telecoms and in my currently job i started working on SQL (tiny bit i.e. small queries nothing major)and speaking to my colleague who is developer nd a dba, it inspired me to be start out in SQL or should i say, take an interest in it.So i have a few question in regards to where and what to start off with.I have done some research but not entirely happy with it.Hence i am here to get advice and information from ppl in the business.Also, i am planning to prepare for MCTS certification, to give me that abit more in the Market and to get my CV noticed.Here are my questions :1) What would you advice anyone starting out in SQL with no knowledge of it, to go for DBA or Developer ?2) In case for me, would it easier go for DBA or Developer ? 3) Is it must for DBA to be developer in job market ?4) Could be either DBA or Developer and not both without affecting the chances of securing the job.5) Finally, Which is easier to get certificated in, DBA or Developer ( I know, but i had to ask it)Thank You in advance for the lovely ppl who took time to read and answer my question.Appreciate it.SRI |
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GilaMonster
Master Smack Fu Yak Hacker
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Posted - 2012-03-25 : 14:38:53
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| The answers to all of those are the same, focus on what you prefer, don't be driven by which is easier. There are very few people who are equally good as developer and DBA, it's far more usually one or the other. Do you like developing systems, designing tables, writing code or do you prefer maintenance-type work, checking, monitoring, fixing stuff? If the former then probably developer. If the latter, probably admin.Don't focus on certs without experience. The certs are designed to be written after a couple years experience to confirm what you know. Book knowledge and no experience (which is what people will assume when they see a certification alone) may be held against you.If you've started working with SQL in your current job, then try to expand the sQL role there. Far easier to transition within your current company than to try and get a new job with 0 experience.http://www.brentozar.com/archive/2009/04/how-to-get-a-junior-dba-job-part-1/http://www.brentozar.com/archive/2009/04/how-to-get-a-junior-dba-job-part-2/http://www.brentozar.com/archive/2009/05/how-to-get-a-junior-dba-job-part-3/http://www.brentozar.com/archive/2009/04/certifications-are-the-icing-on-the-cake/--Gail ShawSQL Server MVP |
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srikiran14
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Posted - 2012-03-25 : 18:27:49
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| Thanx Gail Shaw.I now know what and where i shud start from.I think DBA is one for me.Thanks once again.SRI |
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