What are some of your IT careers and what did you need to learn to do your job? How much do you make etc etc...i am considering a career change so some guidance from others would be most appreciated.
DropTopPony said:any suggestions on what course(s) would be the best path to pursue?
AmBo said:What's the reason for the change? What do you currently do?
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DropTopPony said:If i can learn the same info from the Tech School in a shorter amount of time would it be worth foregoing the 4 year degree?
DropTopPony said:During my searches i have seen both College programs and non College programs (tech schools). Anyone have any insight on what the advantage of the College degree is over the Tech School...other then the degree itself. If i can learn the same info from the Tech School in a shorter amount of time would it be worth foregoing the 4 year degree?
yup, had a offering last week as a civilian contractor for the government making 70k a year for infastructure security and 40k for just a basic networking job.my95gtstang said:im just sick of makin minium wage and i love computers so i went to school for it. ive been told by some people that computer networking/security is a great field and is in high demand and then ive heard that you wont get far......i just want money and a job i love doin!!! haha hard to find yes but its possible.
GDawg said:I'm buzzed right now and need to go to bed for my 75 mile commute in the morning. I'm a 12 year software developer and I can tell you some things about this career these days. I work for a major petroleum services corporation. I'll get back to you later.
Need to finish this beer... need at least six hours of sleep... need some bonuses that aren't there for Americans... don't get me started about the Indians taking our jobs... ****ers...