[dundee] Open source debate

[Kris Davidson]

Yeah I agree, with the exception of recruitment or large HR
departments, which in asking for them just contribute to the perpetual
cycle of certifications. I can't really comment on programming certs,
I assumed they were crap too but I had no direct experience.

Time and resources permitting, I'd probably test all candidates anyway
either a practical at the interview or an e-mail questionnaire or
something

On 20 July 2010 16:14, Gary Short <gary at garyshort.org> wrote:
> Noone's certs are worth the paper they are printed on (I speak as an MCP, MCAD and MVP). It's what's on your CV that counts. If it ain't there, you ain't done it. End of.
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>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: dundee-bounces at lists.lug.org.uk [mailto:dundee-
>> bounces at lists.lug.org.uk] On Behalf Of Kris Davidson
>> Sent: 20 July 2010 16:11
>> To: Tayside Linux User Group
>> Subject: Re: [dundee] Open source debate
>>
>> LOL certification, lawl Microsoft certification. What does MCSE really
>> stand for? Must Consult Someone Experienced. How do you get a CCNA out
>> of your building? Pay for your pizza.
>>
>> Anyway, I have a profound hate for certifications except for the
>> RHCT/E which I think does it right. I know a few guys who have passed
>> tons of MS certs all they do is buy books by a company called Test
>> King and memorise stock answers to stock questions or by software by a
>> company called MeasureUp and do the same. This isn't the only reason
>> just one of many.
>>
>> I'm really annoyed when universities and colleges start basing
>> curricula on certifications for other reasons.
>>
>> Kind of off-topic and rant over.
>>
>> Kris
>>
>> > no idea. thats got me stumped.  although they could be looking to
>> find out
>> > how this happend
>> > http://www.geeksaresexy.net/2008/12/23/9-year-old-becomes-worlds-
>> youngest-microsoft-certified-professional-mcp/
>> >
>> > azmodie
>>
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