August 31, 2011 at 4:16 am
Peeps,
I got my 2005 BI MCITP and now want to do the 2008 exams. While I can go through the books I tend to get distracted and prefer instructor led courses. I know this is something I need to sort out but would be very interested in online content as available from several suppliers (ie CB Nuggets / Microsoftuk.co.uk / ittraining2go.com.
Anyone used anything apart from the kit books to get them through the exam? Any comments on how good / bad / whatever the experience was.
As I will soon be out of contract will soon have a lot of time to push me through the next few exams.
Cheers
Mark.
September 1, 2011 at 2:49 pm
I think all video training providers you provide are you, but definitely more expensive that books, but they do have their place as videos are better for demo while books are good for learning in-depth about theories and technicalities.
Off the subject, why did you do SQL 2005 track? I'm aware that there are still plenty of companies who are in hybrid environment of SQL 2005 and 2008, but Microsoft is getting ready to release Denali which is the version that will be a next version following 2008 R2.
September 1, 2011 at 6:20 pm
I took 2005 BI MCITP as it was the latest version when I sat the test. I have done MCITP 2008 database developer aand want to get my BI upto 2008 before I start again for Denali.
I have been very busy hands on and up till now have not had the time. I now have a small window as my work is finishing shortly and I need to cram in as much training as possible before I pick up a new contract.
Looking to do 70-452 MCITP 2008 BI, and then maye on to the DBA exams if I get the chance. Still looking for a video provider to add to the books and hands on experience.
Cheers
Mark
September 1, 2011 at 7:08 pm
Well, I[m watching the demo of ittraining2go.com per your post right now. It seems to be pretty good but brief in length. You can consider learnITfirst.com and/or TestOut.com. However, they are all not cheap. I also would like to know if anyone know cheap good video training providers.
September 1, 2011 at 7:18 pm
I am looking at it slightly differently. Certification will add value to me and if I end up spending £200 - £300 then thats a lot cheaper than a weeks training course. However I want to ensure I get good value and quality (mainly quality).
As I will be looking for a new position shortly any additional qualifications\ certifications will help.
Mark
September 1, 2011 at 7:33 pm
Oh, I thought you were comparing the price of books vs videos, but you were comparing the prices of class training vs videos. In that case, videos are definitely cheaper.... As for the quality, you can only tell after watching at least the demo from the company. What I hear in United States is that CBT Nuggets are the best. Seems like the job market may be better in the United Kingdom than here in the States? I'm asking because here in the States, the cert can still help, but it's a matter of opinions by the hiring authorities. It's no uncommon for the hiring authorities to slight the value of certs, and if you don't have experience in the skill they are looking for, then the certs mean nothing here in the States.
September 2, 2011 at 1:36 am
Have ample experience. For me its just trying to make sure that my resume is right at the top of the pile and my daily rate will be as good as I can get. For that an investment of £200 is a small price to pay.
CBT Nuggets seems to be good but I think that the DVD is about 6 hours so will have to see what its like
Many Thanks.
Mark
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