Hey guys,
Im wanted to know what was the best training software to pass the mcdba cert or better yet, what is best software for exam 70-228 which is the first exam to take. Classes are just too expensive right now for me=( I am open for suggestions. Thank Guys
I've been working with SQL for close to a year now and I'm wondering if its worth the time and money to become certified. Are DBA's still on the up and rising or another job that will be outsourced to India?
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I am wanting to take the 70-228 and 70-229 exams. Does anyone who has already passed them have any recommendations for the best / most complete books for studying them? Opinions seem so varied on Amazon...
Thx
Des
Hi,
I have been a DBA for about 5 years now but I have never considered getting MCDBA certification until now..
Is it worth doing?
Whats the best way to revise for the exam? i.e are there any free online tests ect?
Is it worth studying towards an MCDBA (hopefully going to get myemployer to pay for it) ... has anyone completed it in the UK? if sowhat learning methods did you use(ie Boot Camp, elearning etc)? Andwho do you recommend for the training course?ThanksChris Longstaff
View 1 Replies View RelatedDoes anyone know of a self test area for the MCDBA exams?
View 1 Replies View RelatedHi All
I am planning to do MCDBA, whether it'd good for DBA's, is't worth of doing or not, Please send me your comments.
Thanks
Regards
Ram
Anyone take (and pass) the MCDBA exams? If so, do you feel the experience
was worth it? I'm most interested in what I can learn. Do you feel that
it's a respected certification (like an MCSE)?
Thanks.
Is MCDBA worth of the time and money one has to put into to acheive it?
I am talking in terms of getting a job.
Do you think after getting MCDBA you have gained sustantial knowledge about the subject?
I havent appeared for any of the MS exams as yet
but would like to start with 70 228 and 70 229.
I like reading BOL, but i guess for certfn exams you have to have a diff approach...
Hello chapies,
Does anyone know where I can download notes for taking the MCDBA exam?
Cheers
For my last 3 years I have work with the SQL 2000 as a database analysis. Now I want to get a certification to prepare me to look for a better job. Which certification is more valuable in today job marker MCTS or MCDBA.
View 13 Replies View RelatedI'll be taking this test and was hoping for some input, please.
1. How long is it ?
2. Anything in particular I should look out for ?
3. Should you only spend a certain amount of time on each question ?
4. Any place I can find any coupons for the heavy $125 fee ?
5. What company did you sign up through ?
6. Any other input, would greatly be appreciated !!
Thank you
Hi,
Does anyone have a copy of the MS SQL2000 Administrator exam...??
Can anybody answer :
Are MCDBA (SQL Server 2000) exams still available today ?
Is it worth going for this exam today, in spite of the fact SQL Server 2005 has been released ?
Hi All,I'm about to begin studying for the MCDBA certification and I'mwondering what books people would recommend?The following gets a good review, so I'm planning on purchasing it:MCSA/MCSE/MCDBA Self-Paced Training Kit: Microsoft SQL Server 2000System Administration, 70-228, Second EditionHowever, I'd like to also go through a second book as well, just tomake sure my coverage is as complete as possible, and I'm wondering ifanyone has any suggestions?Many thanks in advance,Murray
View 2 Replies View RelatedDear Sir/Madam
I am certified Oracle DBA/Developer/Internet Developer. Now, I am interested in Microsoft Certificated DBA (MCDBA/MCSD).
By the way, I don't want to waste money to purchase the Microsoft exam software (Self Test Software) and training material. So, I want to exchange the MCDBA exam software and training material with you by using Oracle OCP 8i, Developer 2000 Rel 2.0 and MCSE 2000 Self Test Software.
I can use Oracle 8iDBA, Oracle Developer and MCSE 2000 self test software listed below to exchange 70-228,70-229,70-215,70-216,70-175 or other MCDBA 2000 and MCSE 2000 self test software and training materials.
<Oracle 8i DBA>
1Z0-001 Introduction to Oracle: SQL and PL/SQL
1Z0-023 Oracle8i: Architecture and Administration
1Z0-024 Oracle8i: Performance Tuning
1Z0-025 Oracle8i: Backup and Recovery
1Z0-026 Oracle8i: Network Administration
<Oracle Developer>
1Z0-101 Develop PL/SQL Program Units
1Z0-121 Developer/2000: Build Forms I
1Z0-122 Developer/2000: Build Forms II
1Z0-123 Developer/2000: Build Reports
<MCSE 2000>
70-210 Installing, Configuring and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
70-215 Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
70-216 Implementing and Administering a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure
70-217 Implementing and Administering a Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure
70-219 Designing a Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure - (Includes 4 Case Studies)
By the way, if you have any one of 70-228,70-229,70-175,70-176,70-100, I can use whole set of Self test software to exchange yours.
Please provide email accounts with at least 5MB space for exchanging Self Test Software.
Thanks and Regards,
Jack
OCP DBA/Developer/Internet Developer
jacklam@tom.com
Hi all,
my collegue is leaving, his masters in computer science has ensured he has solved most problems we've encountered iver two years...
now im told i need at least a few training sessions under my belt to take over parts of his job.
Basically i need sql server traing and vb but am confused as where to start, a lot of the courses ive looked at assume you have knowledge in certain areas, my problem is i have loads of gaps as ive learnt on the job so need some recommendations- are any of the MS courses geared to people like me or do you need a foundation in the subject....ive read stuff like SAMS teachyourself SQL and found it just doesn't go deep enough....too many examples are just skimmed over....it also doesn't teach you the kind of things i learn here....
im happy to go on a course which repeats stuff i already know whilst teaching me the fundamentals but can only seem to find course geared to specific job roles which require prior knowledge- so where did you guys start? im in the UK btw
greg
I am new to the SQL enviroment and I am looking for a good course to learn more. I have been in the computer industry for a long time but not exposed to this program. I am looking for some training videos/online/books in order to learn more not just to pass a test for certification. I thought I would check some forums and see if anyone could offer up any suggestions of companies/authors for a person that has computer knowledge but knows nothing about SQL.
Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
Hi. I am just starting a new position as a dba for SQLSERVER. The first thing
I need to do is develop my training plan. I have begun reading SAMS Teach
yourself SQL Server 7.0 in 21 days. I would like to know what you (experienced)
dba's feel are the best training methods or resources. ie. CBT's, instructor led
classroom training, etc. Any feedback you can give me will be greatly appreciated.
thx,
deb
has anyone tried the cd/learning from sql usa
http://www.sqlusa.com/order2005/.
Interested in any input
Hi,
I am newbie on MS-SqlServer (6.5) I am looking for useful scripts for
learning Transact-SQL .
Is anyone known a good site for downloading some tools ?
Thanks,
Herve
I have the opportunity to take some MS SQL Server 2000 training courses for my Marketing Database Analayst job. The companies I have come accross so far are Learning Tree, ONLC Training Centers, and Hands On Technology Transfer, Inc. (HOTT). Has anyone had any experience with these companies?
The course I may be taking are
- Querying Microsoft® SQL Server™ 2000 with Transact-SQL
- Populating a Data Warehouse with Microsoft® SQL Server™ 2000 Data Transformation Services
- Administering a Microsoft® SQL Server™ 2000 Database
Any input is greatly appreciated,
Marc
Hi Gurus ....
Planning for a MDX Training for me and my development team ...
The following has been proposed for a training course spread over three days ...
I need to know whether this will be enough or should some more things be added on to the same (anything that has been missed)...
I have the option of removing and adding from the list.
Module 1: OLAP Review
OLAP Databases
OLAP Definitions
Warehouse Data Flow
Module 2: MDX Foundations
The Role of MDX
MDX Member Names
Using the Calculated Member Builder
Working with Calculated Members
Module 3: Using MDX Expressions
Displaying Member Information
Displaying Family Tree Relatives
Working with Member Properties
Using Conditional Expressions
Module 4: Retrieving Values from a Cube
Understanding Multidimensional Coordinates
Retrieving a Value from a Cube
Percent of Total Calculations
Growth Calculations
Module 5: Creating Simple MDX Queries
Understanding MDX Query Statements
Creating Simple MDX Query Statements
Module 6: Creating and Manipulating Sets
Using Set Creation Functions
Using Set Manipulation Functions
Using Subquery Set Functions
Working with Dimension Interactions
Module 7: Using Aggregation Functions
Understanding Aggregation Functions
Using Time Set Functions
Calculating a Trend
Module 8: Case Study - Implementing Budget Allocations
Allocating Values from a Grand Total
Allocating Values from a Subtotal
Allocating Values Across Multiple Dimensions
Module 9: Using Calculated Cells
Respose needed urgently since I have to get back to the training team by tomorrow morning
Hi there.
I am pretty new to SQL, I am really keen to trained and certified as a dba.
I have been working with access and vba for the last few years and I am really keen to get trained and qualified using SQL.
Can anyone suggest any good companies that can take me from little knowledge of SQL into a certified dba?
Hi there,
I'll be going through a training couse for SQL Server next month. The class I'm signed up for is M2780: Maintaining a Microsoft® SQL Server™ 2005. My company uses SQL Server 2000 now and unless I give good reasons to upgrade to 2005, we won't be upgrading. I have very little DBA experience, but since I was told SQL Server is my responsibility, I figured it would make sense to go through some type of training for it. My questions are: Is there enough the same between the two that it makes sense for me to take this class? Are there good business reasons I can give for upgrading? If we don't upgrade is it worth taking a class for 2000 vs 2005?
Thanks for any input.
Marcie
Stumbled onto a good URL:
(I have checked out a few and they are pretty well done)
http://www.asp.net/learn/sql-videos/
JasonL @msft
http://blogs.msdn.com/usisvde/
I think my employer will pay for some SQL training because I have a lot to learn and our needs are fairly involved.
It's my intention to learn and become MCTS in SQL Server 2005 and SQL Server 2005 Business Intelligence.
Where will we get the best bang for the buck for training in these areas?
Does any one knows the best training avaliable for SSIS where a person can learn from scratch how to use SSIS for data warehouse?
View 15 Replies View RelatedGreetings all, I have a need to quickly spin up on SSIS. Can anyone suggest a class? I did a search on this forum but most of the the related threads were not all that recent.
Thanks in advance.
All,
Any recommendation for SSIS training? I am looking for class room training....my planning is to convert all DTS from 2000 to 2005. Thanks
Hi,
I've been using Sybase for some years but by employer is moving (you guessed it) to MSSQL.
Can anyone recommend a TSQL and performance tuning training course for MSSQL in the London area?
Thanks,
Rob.
I'm a solid SQL developer/dba and have some funds earmarked for training this year. I'd like to expand my dba skills...more specifically, I'd like to become a rock-solid enterprise level dba that has not only a solid foundation of skills but some innovative techniques for managing our corporate SQL servers.
I'm curious if anybody has recommendations on training or conferences that might help me dig into those skillsets for a couple of days.
Thanks for your insight.
alex8675
I am looking for some good training. I do not do well just reading books on my own. How have you trained for this cert.
I am a developer and would like to start moving in the DB Admin direction a little more. thanks