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How To Become A Data Warehouse Architect
The path to becoming a data warehousing professional starts with learning data warehousing terms and terminologies. In this post I have defined them for your benefit. This post is so thorough that you can use it for preparing for any Data Warehousing Job Interview or for planning what you need to study to become a [...]
Category: Data Analyst Training, Data Warehouse, Database Training, DBA
As A Postal Worker, How Do I Become A Database Developer?
Question I am 41 years old. I have a BS in MIS, an AS in Software Development, and an MBA in Info Syst. About 10 years ago, I worked in an IT department of a local hospital as a help desk tech. Did this for about 3 years. That’s the extent of my hands on [...]
Category: Relational Database Developer Training
How To Become A SQL, Crystal Reports, Microsoft Access Database Developer
Question I NEED TO LEARN SQL / CRYSTAL REPORTS MICROSOFT ACCESS / DATABASES … I KNOW NOTHING ABOUT EITHER OF THESE. DO YOU THINK YOUR ONLINE COURSES COULD HELP ME..
Category: Crystal Reports, Microsoft Access, SQL, SQL Server
Moving Careers from Data Warehouse ETL Testing to DW Development
Question Hi I have 4 years of experience in DW ETL Testing (manual testing). I am kind of bored with the Testing Career now. I am good in writing SQL queries . I know the DML part of SQL as well. I am good at data analysis Now I am being offered with a role [...]
Category: Data Warehouse, DBA
How To Start A Database Design / Developer Career
Question I have recently finished a course (Higher National Diploma) in IT field and the course taught me basics in different areas of computer science such as intro to networking, artificial intelligence, project management, database design and programming. As I said I finished it without really be confident with my knowledge. It seems like I [...]
Category: Database Training, Relational Database Developer Training, SQL Server Training
Minnesota Classroom Teacher & Principal Changing Career To Data Analysis
Question The toughest issue I’m facing right now is making the switch out of the educational field. I’m working a lot with data in my current position and would love to have a job doing more of that . . . but not in the public school system. I’ve been a classroom teacher (9 years) [...]
Category: Data Analyst Training, SQL Training
Quebec Preschool Childcare Educator Changing Careers to Database QA
Question Hello there. My name is Kimberly but sometimes I’m called Miss Kimberly Joy because my current profession is of a Preschool Educator. I use to work with my brother in a software company as a QA and Customer Service agent. There are times where I would miss my QA job. So my question is, [...]
Category: SQL Server Training
Career RoadMap for ORACLE PLSQL, FORMS & REPORTS Developers
Question Hi! I have a Masters Degree in Computer Applications. I worked with Oracle SQL and PLSQL programming, FORMS & REPORTS as a Developer for the past 4 years. I also worked for one year in developing web pages and Visual Basic. My question now is : where to go from here? Should I continue [...]
Category: Oracle Training, PL/SQL Training
Production Support Or SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Which Is Better?
Question Can you guide me which option i shall choose as career path, I am very frusted and I am not able not able make a decision, please help in this regrad.
Category: SQL Server Reporting Services Training, SSRS Training
How To Get An Oracle PL/SQL Job
Question If I master and get a complete grip on Oracle SQL only will I be able to get an entry level SQL programmer job or should I be knowing all the other RDBMS as well ?
Category: Oracle Training, PL/SQL Training, SQL Training
Looking For A Database Job?
Question I am a married man with 4 children, aged 49yrs. I am not working, i have retrenched from the work this year 2011. I have high school certificate. I am very interested in typing online job because i have basic education on this from school. I am also very interested in ENTRY-LEVEL DATABASE PROCESSING. [...]
Category: Microsoft Access Training, SQL Training
How To Become A Database Developer
Question Hello, my name is April, and I am new to the IT world, however, no stranger to doing advanced techy tasks/features in the MS Office applications, such as Excel and Word. However, my interest now is to totally migrate into the IT field by doing sql server in hopes of either doing that typy [...]
Category: Database Training, SQL Server Training, SQL Training
How to get an entry level database job after graduation
Question Hi, I am a Masters of Infomation Systems Management Student at Keller Graduate School of Devry University. I have a 4.0 GPA. I am still in my beginning classes. I have not started on anything related to the core technical courses. I do not have an IT background. My problem is that I have [...]
Category: Database Training, Relational Database Developer Training, SQL Server Training, SQL Training
How To Become A GIS Database Administrator (DBA)
Question Who is a GIS database administator What does he do? What are his qualification Which company does he normally works in? thank you Answer GIS databases stands for Geographic Information Systems Databases or Geospatial Information Studies Database. A GIS database is a database for geospatial / spatial or geographical data. A GIS database stores [...]
Category: DBA
What are advantages and disadvantages of using the Microsoft SQL server?
Please help me with this, I need to know the advantages and disadvantages of using the Microsoft SQL server with comparison with other available database managing systems. Thanks!
Category: SQL Server Training
How long does it take to learn SQL without formal education?
Has anyone tried teaching SQL query design to someone with no experience in this area? How far might you expect to be able to go with the training in a few weeks?
Category: Database Training, Microsoft Access Training, Report Writer Training, SQL Server Training, SQL Training
What is the best database language to learn?
I am a web designer, and recently I’ve been faced with a need for databases. I was able to get by with an MS Access database, but in the future I’d like to be more professional. I’ve heard about Oracle, MySQL, and SQL databases. What are the differences between them?
Category: Database Training, Oracle Training, Report Writer Training, SQL Server Training, SQL Training
What is the best database application to replace MS Access?
My current Access databases which I used for work has now expired, so I need to find a new database for my records. I used them for transaction records & inventory. So, what is the best database that can replace Access and can also convert all my forms, queries, and tables to it’s format?
Category: Microsoft Access Training, SQL Server Training, SQL Training
Is there any hands on training for SQL Server?
I am planning to learn SQL Server. I was wondering if there is any website or school (in Northern California) for learning SQL Server. By the way, I already know the basic of SQL using MySQL, but I find it difficult to install SQL Server(the free version). So, I am thinking to take one of [...]
Category: Database Training, SQL Server Training, SQL Training
Are there any good SQL training classes in Houston for a intermediate learner?
I have a strong sql base but am looking for some courses that can help me learn the structure and ins and outs of sql. I need a class in Houston, or even online may work. Has anyone had experience with a good training class for sql in Houston? Thanks!
Category: Database Training, SQL Server Training, SQL Training
What application should I use to start learning SQL?
I am moderate with HTML, CSS and want to practice using SQL. What is the best program to begin working on this. I will be downloading the program with torrents, so I have access to pretty much anything. Thank you for your help.
Category: Database Training, Microsoft Access Training, SQL Training
How to prepare SQL skills for the real world?
I am learning SQL by myself using Head First SQL and Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel 2003 Study Guide. I am planning to apply for the entry level Data Analyst position. I would like to know what exactly I can do (after finishing these books and doing exercises) to prepare myself for the real world. In [...]
Category: Microsoft Access Training, SQL Server Training, SQL Training
What database software to learn to get a job?
Oracle, MS SQL Server (with Transact SQL), or some smaller vendor’s database such as mySQL? Or even MS Access? Oracle has the largest market share and it runs on multi-platforms. MS SQL is limited to MS Windows even though there’s some movement to make it run on non-MS Windows platform. It’s also easier to learn [...]
Category: Database Training, Microsoft Access Training, Oracle Training, Relational Databases, SQL Server Training, SQL Training
How much does online SQL Training cost?
What are the costs of this course only or does one need to purchase the entire Bootcamp course so that you have access to all four? Please can you provide me with the fee structure and what material is provided for this course. Thank you
Category: FAQs, SQL Training
Career Path for Database Modelers
What is the career path to becoming a database modeler?
Category: SQL Server Training, SQL Training
