August 21, 2008

Red Hat Linux Certification Program (Newbies)

Red Hat Linux Certification Program (Newbies)

The Red Hat Certification Program is Red Hat's professional certification program for Red Hat and general Linux related skills such as system administration on Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Red Hat certifications are indisputably regarded as the best in Linux, and perhaps, according to some, in all of IT. The tests are hands-on and involve troubleshooting, installation, and system administration. There are no multiple-choice questions, and everything is done on a live system. Often there is more than one way to configure a service or troubleshoot a problem, and the exam focuses on the end results, not the process that was taken to achieve that result. The most common and well-known Red Hat certification is the Red Hat Certified Engineer.
  1. Red Hat Certified Technician (RHCT) The entry-level RHCT certification focuses on single-system administration. RHCT is the best first step in establishing Linux credentials and is an ideal initial certification for those transitioning from non-UNIX®/ Linux environments.
  2. Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) program expands the RHCT with a focus on services and security. RHCE is called the crown jewel of Linux certifications, independent surveys have ranked the RHCE program #1 in all of IT.
  3. Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) requires an additional five endorsements to the RHCE that adds an enterprise-level focus. From clustering to deploying systems, these five exams ensure the student can deploy systems at the Enterprise level. Red Hat offers a four-day class for each course that can include the exam on the fifth day.
  4. Red Hat Certified Security Specialist (RHCSS). This certification includes two endorsement exams from the RHCA plus an SELinux exam. It has been offered since 2005-10-13.

Choosing the right certification depends on your background and goals. Whether you have advanced, minimal, or no UNIX or Linux experience whatsoever, Red Hat Training has a training and certification path that is right for you.

Benefits of becoming Red Hat Certified

  • Confidence and competence: RHCEs report greater confidence in their skills and better success at building and managing Linux servers. The actual quality of their work and their professionalism improve. They are better at performing their jobs for their employers, can take on more challenging assignments, and they receive recognition for this.
  • Career results: RHCEs interviewed also report one or more of the following within 90 days of earning the RHCE certificate: a new job, a raise, a promotion, increased responsibility, assignment to lead or supervisory role, increased recognition and/or prestige among colleagues.
  • Benefits provided directly by Red Hat: Verification services for all certificate holders are provided at Certification Central. RHCEs have exclusive access to RHCE Connection, a special site for RHCEs to receive special offers, discounts and benefits, as well as technical updates and access to resources. Certain other discretionary benefits of certification, such as partner programs between Red Hat and the company at which you may be employed, may require you to maintain certification on the most recent major release or otherwise on a more frequent basis than Red Hat GLS stated policy for individuals.
  • Hard dollars: RHCE earn more because of their RHCE, as shown by two recent independent surveys: Computer Reseller News, and Certification Magazine.

Red Hat Exam Structure
Red Hat Courses Covering These Skills

  • RH033 Red Hat Linux Essentials covers prerequisite skills, with the exception of TCP/IP fundamentals. The Network Essentials series covers TCP/IP fundamentals
  • RH133 Red Hat Linux System Administration covers RHCT-level skills.
  • RH253 Red Hat Linux Networking Services and Security covers RHCE-specific skills in networking services and security. Attendees should attend RH133 first.
  • Red Hat RHCE Fast Track Course condenses material from RH133 and RH253. Only experienced Linux and UNIX system administrators with background in networking services should attend.

The RHCT exam is a subset of the RHCE exam, and is organized as follows:

  • Troubleshooting and System Maintenance — 1 hour
  • Installation and Configuration — 2 hours
  • In order to earn RHCT, one must successfully complete all the requirements in Troubleshooting and System Maintenance, and must achieve a score of 70 or higher on Installation and Configuration.

For RHCE exams given on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3 and higher, the exam is organized as follows:

  • Troubleshooting and System Maintenance — 2.5 hours
  • Installation and Configuration — 3.0 hours
  • In order to earn RHCE, one must successfully complete all the RHCT-level Troubleshooting and System Maintenance requirements, and successfully complete enough additional RHCE items to earn a score of 80 or higher overall on the section.In addition, one must score 70 or higher on the RHCT items of Installation and Configuration, and 70 or higher on the RHCE components of that section.

August 19, 2008

Oracle Certifications (Newbies)

Oracle Certifications (Newbies)

Oracle is a leading provider of Relational Database Management (RDBMS) solutions to organizations worldwide. Oracle Database 11g is Oracle’s largest introduction of new functionality and is Oracle’s most innovative release, leading the database industry into new ground in clustering, automation, high availability and more. Oracle Database 11g extends Oracle's unique ability to deliver the benefits of grid computing with more self-management and automation. Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certification combines training, experience, and testing to ensure that you have a strong foundation and expertise in the industry’s most advanced database management system.

Benefits of Oracle Certifications
  • Oracle certifications demonstrates a solid understanding of the skills required for a given job role related to Oracle technologies.
  • An Oracle certified professional gets more opportunity for career growth and higher pay.
  • An Oracle certified professional can use the Oracle Certified Professional logo for endorsement of his skills.
  • Oracle certified professionals have access to technical and other information from the OCP members-only web site.
  • Oracle certified professionals get special discounts and offers from selected companies.

Oracle Certifications
In Database Oracle offers three levels of certifications

  1. Associate (Oracle 11g DBA OCA)
  2. Professional (Oracle 11g DBA OCP)
  3. Master (Oracle 11g DBA OCM)

In Middleware Oracle Offers two level of certifications

  1. Associate (Oracle 10g AS Administrator OCA)
  2. Professional (Oracle 10g AS Administrator OCP)




In Linux Oracle offers Specialization Expert (Oracle 10g: Managing Oracle on Linux Certified Expert)



August 16, 2008

MySQL Certifications (Newbies)

MySQL Certifications (Newbies)
MySQL, the most popular Open Source SQL database management system, is
developed, distributed, and supported by MySQL AB. MySQL AB is a commercial
company, founded by the MySQL developers. It is a second generation Open Source
company that unites Open Source values and methodology with a successful
business model.

  • MySQL is a database management system.
  • MySQL is a relational database management system.
  • MySQL software is Open Source.
  • The MySQL Database Server is very fast, reliable, and easy to use.
  • MySQL Server works in client/server or embedded systems.
  • A large amount of contributed MySQL software is available.


MySQL Certification lays the foundation for becoming a trusted and valuable resource for companies and customers. MySQL certifications are available for Developers, DBAs and for
those specializing in MySQL Cluster technologies.

Benefits of MySQL Certifications Recognition of your skills. As a MySQL
certified user you can expect many benefits because your skills have been
confirmed by a neutral testing body. Higher trustworthiness. Certification
proves that you have understood the important basics as well as attained the
advanced knowledge of new features of MySQL. Certification stands out on your
resume, serving as an impartial, third-party endorsement of your knowledge and
experience.

About MySQL Examination
The following exams are or will become available in 2007
CMDEV: Certified MySQL Developer (currently available for MySQL 5.0);
CMDBA: Certified MySQL Database Administrator (currently available for MySQL
5.0);

CMCDBA: Certified MySQL Cluster DBA (available for MySQL 5.1 April 2007);
CMA: Certified MySQL Associate (available Q2 2007)

All MySQL Certifications, with the exception of the CMA certification, are
version specific.

To attain CMA certification requires that you pass one exam



To attain either CMDEV or CMDBA certification, you must pass two exams.
To attain CMCDBA certification, you must first be CMDBA certified, then pass one
additional exam.

MySQL Examination Registration
MySQL AB certification exams are mainly delivered through Pearson VUE.
There are three ways to register for exams:
On the Pearson VUE Web site: http://www.vue.com/mysql
By registering directly at a test center
By calling a Pearson VUE call center

MySQL Examination Fee
The core exam and second exam cost US$200 each.

August 15, 2008

MCSD for Microsoft .NET Certification






 


MCSD for Microsoft .NET Certification

Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (MCSD) for Microsoft .NET
candidates are required to pass four core exams and one elective exam.
The core exams provide a valid and reliable measure of technical
proficiency and expertise in developing and maintaining enterprise
applications that are based on Microsoft development tools,
technologies, and platforms on the Microsoft .NET Framework 1.0 and
Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1. The elective exam provides proof of
expertise on a specific Microsoft server product.

 




























Core Exams
Exam Exam Code Title
Web
Application Development
70–305/ 70–315 Developing and Implementing Web Applications with
Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio
.NET/Developing and Implementing Web Applications with Microsoft
Visual C# .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET

Windows Application Development
70–306/ 70–316 Developing and Implementing Windows-based
Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and Microsoft Visual
Studio .NET/Developing and Implementing Windows-based Applications
with Microsoft Visual C# .NET and Microsoft Visual Studio .NET
Web
Services and Server Components Development
70–310/ 70–320 Developing XML Web Services and Server Components
with Microsoft Visual Basic .NET and the Microsoft .NET
Framework/Developing XML Web Services and Server Components with
Microsoft Visual C# and the Microsoft .NET Framework

Solution Architecture
70–300 Analyzing Requirements and Defining Microsoft .NET
Solution Architectures

 












































Elective Exam (only one required)
Exam Code Title

70–229

Designing
and Implementing Databases with Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Enterprise
Edition

70–230

Designing
and Implementing Databases with Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Enterprise
Edition

70–234

Designing
and Implementing Solutions with Microsoft Commerce Server 2000

70–235

TS:
Developing Business Process and Integration Solutions Using
Microsoft Biztalk Server 2006

70–301

Managing,
Organizing, and Delivering IT Projects by Using Microsoft Solutions
Framework 3.0

70–330


Implementing Security for Applications with Microsoft Visual Basic
.Net

70–340


Implementing Security for Applications with Microsoft Visual C# .NET

70–431

TS:
Microsoft SQL Server 2005 — Implementation and Maintenance

74–135


Developing E-Business Solutions Using Microsoft BizTalk Server 2004



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Exam 70-310 & 70-320 xml webservices.chm

070-305.zip

74-135.zip

070-306.zip

070-300(Architecture).chm

070.301.zip

70-315 Electronic_Book (.pdf)

70-315 Testkingdom V 11.00 (.pdf) Full MCSD and MCAD Papers(.zip)

70-316 Electronic Book (.pdf)

70-316 Testkingdom (.pdf)

70-320 Electronic Book (.pdf)

MCAD - MCSD "Amit Kalani "(.pdf)



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August 13, 2008

Frequently Asked Questions About Windows Server 2008 Certification

Q. Is Windows Server 2008 certification right for me?

A. If you are an IT professional who is currently using Windows Server 2008 or will be deploying it or working with it within the next year, this certification is right for you. Certification can help you broaden and confirm your own skills, demonstrate your skills to others, and prepare you for deploying Windows Server 2008. If you are continuing to work with Microsoft Windows 2000 Server or Windows Server 2003, consider the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, MCSE certification.
• Learn about Windows Server 2008 certifications
• MCSA or MCSE on Windows Server 2003: Which certification is right for you?

Find the right Windows Server certification and exam path for you on this MSDN blog

Frequently Asked Questions About Windows Server 2008 Certification

Q. Is Windows Server 2008 certification right for me?

A. If you are an IT professional who is currently using Windows Server 2008 or will be deploying it or working with it within the next year, this certification is right for you. Certification can help you broaden and confirm your own skills, demonstrate your skills to others, and prepare you for deploying Windows Server 2008. If you are continuing to work with Microsoft Windows 2000 Server or Windows Server 2003, consider the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, MCSE certification.
• Learn about Windows Server 2008 certifications
• MCSA or MCSE on Windows Server 2003: Which certification is right for you?

Find the right Windows Server certification and exam path for you on this MSDN blog




August 9, 2008

Microsoft Certification - Is it For You?

Do you feel more secure when a certified mechanic works on your car?

Do your taxes get done by a professional certified Accountant?

If you are sick or injured, do you visit a certified, qualified Doctor?

If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, its because you value service from someone you know is qualified and certified to do the job right. In the IT field that qualification comes in the form of Microsoft Certification. So if you want a qualified and certified professional giving you service in their field (Mechanic, Accountant, Doctor), would not an IT Company want to know that you are the best in your field and certified,qualified for the IT job/service. That is what Microsoft Certification does for you. It proves that you are among the "BEST" in your field and capable of doing the job or providing the service-competently.

You may think that Microsoft Certification is not important, and it is true. You can probably get a job anyway in the IT field without Certification, but when you do have Microsoft Certification, you have "PROOF" that you have the skills and the knowledge to work in the IT field on Microsoft Product/s. Today many IT Companies require Microsoft Certification as proof of your skills and competency. And in order to offer you a job they require you to be Microsoft Certified. Microsoft Certifications ensure that you are the first choice of IT Companies for jobs or the first choice for promotions if you are already employed.

What is Microsoft certification?

This is a recognition that Microsoft gives you which proves you have special skills to get the job done. Microsoft Certifications recognize and validate your real-world IT skills, and offer a life-long career path of IT skills development.

How do You Get Certified?

Actually Microsoft Certification is not that complicated, but it is tough. You have to learn / self-study for the required course through course books available at Bookstores / Online Bookstores, or join a Training Institute which provide Training and Certification Guidance courses. After the course is completed, you have to Register and appear for the Online Exam conducted by Prometric and VUE testing centres authorized by Microsoft to conduct the Exams. You need to prepare thoroughly for the Exam, because there is a fee for taking the Online Exam, and if you fail, well there goes your money.

Microsoft MCITP Certification and MCTS Certification assures your current/future employer or future clients that they have someone that really knows what they are doing, and it gives you self confidence in yourself and security - knowing that you are fully trained in Microsoft product/products.
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