Java Developer Career Guide and Counseling

Question: How can I change my Specialization from Release management to SQL/JAVA developer? I presently working as a release management resourse.But I want to work as a SQL/JAVA developer.Please suggest.If i can change my field to SQL in future if I am having SQL/JAVA knowledge?

Answer: It well depends on what your current skill set is. If you're a release manager, then you should at least know something about Java and SQL (considering that you work with a product, based on these technologies). I would recommend you: 1. Self-assess your knowledge, using any online testing tools (say, Brainbench or any free alternative) 2. Find, which areas you're strong at, and which you should improve 3. Read some books on the areas you want to improve, do all the examples and exercises. 4. Repeat self-assesement again. Depending on results of step 4, you may need to repeat 2 and 3; until you find your knowledge level acceptable -- then you can apply for appropriate position.

Question: What is the usual salary for IT engineer like java senior developer in Miami? Hello I am foreigner and I am wondering what is the usual salary in Information Technology with 5 years of experience and with a good education (master degree in IT). Looking for job like java developer, embedded technology (mobile phones), security .... Any examples of job and salary in Miami city ? Thanks.

Answer: You can check at www.payscale.com. This will help you on determining if your salary or what you are offered is fair. Good Luck.

Question: average salary for a 3yr experience java developer at Big Firms in London? I'm looking into relocating to London, im a java programmer interviewing for developer position for big firms like Lehman Brothers (I know they laying off but...), with 3-5 years of experience, how much should I expect? Anyone current in same/similar position could share a figure? Thanks for all helpful answers in advance, its a big life decision for me and my family, I heard London is very expensive....

Answer: Depends on many things. Everyone approaches this process differently, so use the tips that work best for you. More information, tips and help at http://moreaboutsalary.blogspot.com/

Question: How can I tell if someone is a core java developer from their resume? I am constantly asked to find people with "core java" as opposed to J2EE but not all people write "core java" on their resume so its hard to tell... what should I look out for to indicate core java work?

Answer: http://www.geekinterview.com/Interview-Questions/J2EE/Core-Java hahaha.. interview questions surrounding 'core java' to ferret out those folks.. Plus 'core' is just Java Standard Edition... java + standard APIs.. J2EE is java core+ EJB http://java.sun.com/javase/technologies/core/index.jsp

Question: what is the job function of a java developer? How does one become a java devloper? What courses should I look into and what certification should I get?

Answer: The "cookie cutter" answer is someone who is able to take business requirements and objectives, and make a meaningful application that is able to solve that particular business problem. The best Java developers will not only take into consideration the actual business problem being solved, but will also create a "framework" of which that problem solving application can be used for a multitude of other business problems. Also, the typical request for java developers is to have a myriad of different skills other than technical; As in, "With a financial services background", or "Help desk background". It's important to understand that Java development & related technologies in and of itself is not that important. It's being able to apply Java and it's related technologies to best solve unique business problems in the easiest(most of the times "best") way possible. That's a double edged sword. The easiest is quite often not the best. Here's a typical Job posting for a "Java Developer": 7-8 years of solid programming in skills in Java/J2EE, C#, etc. Must have finacial industry experince. Experience in building enteprise applications in J2EE. Experience in building enterprise framework integrating varous business processes. Experience in Web development. Excellent communication and academic background is a must. Some basic knowledge of databases required. Scripting, especially Perl Basic Linux & Windows systems administration As you can see, most employers are not looking for someone who can "code" java. A lot of people can do that. What they are looking for is industry expertise that can help them solve those business problems. Which usually involves not only Java, but C#, perl, and system adminstration duties as well. Please also note the "background" stuff they always seem to ask for. The best way to get a particular "background" is to intern somewhere that will give you experience in an area you find most interesting(this typically will keep you motivated).. Other than that, don't learn only Java. Learn J2EE, learn SQL & Databases(the big ones are Oracle, DB2, & MSSQL) learn Java beans(which are related to J2EE), learn XML, and for the love of pete learn to read javadocs! There's a lot of problems that have already been solved in existing java classes that are out there on the internet. Java is to be reused and "should" run anywhere(not too often the case in enterprise software).. A real good place to start is http://java.sun.com This is pretty much just a brain dump on my part. I hope this helped. Thanks! ~Chris

Question: how can I open java developer kit? I downloaded a JAva developer kit. so how can I ope it? Is java a good route to programming? Two questions, I know.

Answer: try these sites http://java.sun.com/ java.sun.com/javase/downloads/index.jsp www.johnsmiley.com/cis18.notfree/ smiley030/smiley030.htm www.ibm.com/java/jdk/ www.linuxjournal.com/article/166

Question: Where can I find a Java Developer Community? If you can, can you list some Java Tutorials. (I am an intermediate Programmer, still working at it)

Answer: A great Java community: http://www.javaranch.com/ Java tutorials from Sun, the developers of Java: http://java.sun.com/docs/books/tutorial/getStarted/ The definitive reference for the Java Standard Edition (Java SE) version 5.0 API: http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.5.0/docs/api/

Question: What is the difference between a front-end Java Developer and a backend Java Developer? Are there any technologies that one would use that the other wouldn't?

Answer: Front-end is the people that make the program nice to the user. This can be graphical or for getting data. Back-end is programs/code that don't need the user usually running in the background. Java is just the language that they are programming in.

Question: What does the Java developer do? Hi I just wanted to what kind development the devloper does on java or Core java, J2ee anything which are related, I mean what he will develop in terms of applications or technology.

Answer: Games , Web or desktop applications , Database programs ,etc

Question: What is the reason to hire a Java developer who is Sun Certified instead of one who is not?

Answer: A certification just proves that someone demonstrated enough knowledge on a subject to pass the test, whereas it can be uncertain of someone's the knowledge level. It's no guarantee that the certified person is better for the job than someone with no certification, because the person without the certification may have very extensive programming experience and the certified person might have only book learning and no practical experience. But at least you would know the person with the certification should have the established standard of minimum knowledge.

Question: What is the average salary of a Java Developer with 5 years of experience in USA?

Answer: Software development has nothing to do with experience and everything to do with talent. If you have 5 years experience as a junior developer and your skills have not much improved, then you will not be able to find anything other than more junior developer positions. On the other hand, if you are extremely talented, you will very quickly find yourself in a senior developer position - much sooner than 5 years. Those positions can range from 35-50k for junior developers to well over 100k in some areas for senior developers.

Question: How do I install the Java Developer's Kit if I don't have an administrator account? I want to install it at school, and although I have permission, I would have to get a network administrator to come over just to install this tiny program. It takes two seconds to install, but I want to know if I can do it without getting the administrator. I want to install it at school, and although I have permission, I would have to get a network administrator to come over just to install this tiny program. It takes two seconds to install, but I want to know if I can do it without getting the administrator to come over from another building (they are based in separate building in the school district, and someone from the department stops by only about once or twice a week). Could I just install it onto a thumb drive and bring the files over, then copy them to the school computer? Or does the installation make registry entries? Or, does someone know of a download version that does not?

Answer: Without administrative rights, you typically can't install programs. This is to keep students from downloading/installing programs that aren't approved. If your IT department is any good, they can install it for you remotely. As you say, this would only take a few seconds.

Question: How much does a Java/J2EE Developer get paid per year in the UK? I want to have a career in Java programming, but i am not sure on how much they get paid per annum in the UK on average, i would really appreciate it if i could has some good feedback, thanks!

Answer: i would say 500,000,10000000 green?

Question: I want to be the Software Developer in Java . What should I study for the same ? What should I study for the same ?

Answer: hmmm........well if you want to be a S/W engineer or a S/W developer in any field you should study at least basics of every language you can....... Just like if any body wanna be a dentist that doesn't means that he/she should only concentrate on teeth but have to study about every thing he/she can. You wanna be a java developer. If you concentrate only in java and not in c++, basic, c, vbasic, vc++, c#, html, etc. etc. then your imagination will be limited. You will not be able to do all the things which you can. Okay then..........best of luck for your future..............

Question: which is a better IT company to join for a 2 year experienced Java/J2ee developer among SAP Labs & Sapient ? 2 years Java/ J2EE developer... worked on technologies like Spring , JSF , Struts, EJBs..... Looking for better career growth and knowledge......extended working hrs doesnt matter.

Answer: sapient is better by huge margin....

Question: Suggestions regarding entry level Java Developer jobs Hi! I am a fresh graduate aspiring to be an entry level java developer. Since I have no work experience, I have no idea where to start. My knowledge is only limited to the basics that was offered in our university which is from hello world to arrays and a couple of java applets, and javascript. I'm looking forward to your suggestions. Thank you! :)

Answer: Start attending all fresher walk ins .