Re: Best language to learn for jobs - Java? C#?


Duane Arnold wrote:

> "ajk" <anders43@xxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
> news:1137645151.089240.190660@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> >I think getting a certification in your case is not necessary. You have
> > already several years of experience. An employer looks more on that
> > then some cert by experienced people.
>
> I don't think that's true. I have 30 years of programming experience with
> various programming languages and the cert does make a difference if you
> have it on the resume. <snip>
> Duane :)

Thanks to all who posted so far. In my experience here a Cert (however
cheaply achieved) goes a long way with employers. I think I'll study
the basics of Java first and meanwhile check the job ads.

There's an architecture called Websphere which transcends the mainframe
world, isn't that written in Java?

Apologies for ignorance.
Al

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