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Re: advice on new job

To: "Rob Rutherford" <rrutherford@dglenn.com>, "Atlanta Java Users Group" <ajug-members@ajug.org>
Subject: Re: advice on new job
From: "george wang" <george_wang@bellsouth.net>
Date: Tue, 24 Jun 2003 19:44:25 -0400
References: <Law10-F475qZdTZ4xrN00026c28@hotmail.com> <1056332943.10066.53.camel@rrutherford.knology.net>

I have quite a few of those. my opinion is it doesn't hurt.  It might show
that you are serious about what you do.
Good luck
-george

----- Original Message -----
From: "Rob Rutherford" <rrutherford@dglenn.com>
To: "Atlanta Java Users Group" <ajug-members@ajug.org>
Sent: Sunday, June 22, 2003 9:49 PM
Subject: Re: advice on new job


> I've heard both about Brainbench certs.
>
> I've had recruiters ask specifically for it, and in fact make me take
> test's on Proovit or Brainbench before they would even send my resume to
> the client.  I've had others say it's not worth the effort.
>
> But who cares if it gets you the interview.
>
> Also I have my Java 2 Programmer Cert. from Sun, and the Linux
> Administration (General) Cert. from Brainbench.  I tend to get more
> respect for the SCJP than Brainbench.
>
> But if anybody is looking for a Linux Admin with Java skills, a Java
> Developer with Linux skills, or even a Business Process Analyst, please
> email me and I'll send you a resume.
>
> Good Luck
> Rob
>
>
>
>
>
>
>  Sun, 2003-06-22 at 21:10, Gordon Hu wrote:
> > All,
> >
> > In my search for a new Java developer position, I have came up with
> > the idea of getting cerified as one of the ways to differentiate
> > myself from the competition.
> >
> > More specifically, I am considering taking the certification tests
> > offered on Brainbench.com since they are relatively cheap and covers
> > the whole spectrum of web development (Java, JavaScript, EJB, etc,.)
> >
> > Any thoughts or suggestions?
> >
> > Is a certification from Brainbench worth the paper it is printed on(
> > figurative speaking of course)?
> >
> > Does anyone have any success story that can be attributed to having
> > scored well on one of the Brainbench certifications?
> >
> > Your input is much appeciated.
> >
> > BTW, any inputs on the job search strategy is appreciated also.
> >
> > Thank you all, Gordon Hu
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > > ----- Original Message -----
> >
> >
> > > From: Gordon Hu
> > > To: ajug-members@ajug.org ; struts-atlanta@yahoogroups.com ;
> > xp-atlanta@yahoogroups.com ; atlanta-dpsg@yahoogroups.com
> > > Sent: Friday, June 20, 2003 11:59 AM
> > > Subject: Re: advice on new job
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > All,
> > >
> > > Much to my horror, I was unceremoniously let go this past Tuesday.
> > The owner of the company did not fully disclosed the reason for my
> > dismissal other than to say he is not satisfied with my performance. I
> > guess I should not be surprised by the sudden turn of the event since
> > this owner has a history of making rash, spur of the moment decisions,
> > see below...
> > >
> > > So I am now looking for a Java developer position.
> > >
> > > My qualifications are:
> > >
> > > 3 years of Java development
> > >
> > > 2 years of Oracle, 3 years SQL
> > >
> > > 3 yeasrs of Web development
> > >
> > > I am looking for an entry/mid-level Java/Oracle development
> > position. I have attached my resume for anyone who is interested. Also
> > any lead is much appeciated.
> > >
> > > Thank you all, Gordon Hu
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > >On Wed, 2003-05-21 at 18:08, Gordon Hu wrote:
> > > >All,
> > > >I was recently hired as a Java developer for a local company. On my
> > > >second day at work, they decided to switch to .Net due to
> > personality
> > > >clash between the owner and the contractor. Understandably, I am
> > very
> > > >upset about the decision by the company. Does anyone have any
> > advice on
> > > >this subject? Mainly what are the pros and cons about learning C#
> > and
> > > >.net as oppposed to Java? I am thinking about looking for another
> > > >opportunity. If you all know someone who is looking for a Java
> > developer
> > > >with 3 years of experience please forward the attached resumes (in
> > DOC
> > > >and TXT formats).
> > > >Thanks, Gordon
> > > >
> > >
> >
>________________________________________________________________________
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> > > > > ----
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > GORDON HU
> > > > > 125 Park Lane
> > > > > Dallas, Georgia 30157
> > > > > (678) 363-3597
> > > > > gordon_hu@techie.com
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > Enclosed is a copy of my resumé for your consideration. I am
> > seeking to
> > > > > obtain a Software Development position that offers an
> > opportunity for
> > > > > professional development and advancement.
> > > > >
> > > > > As my resumé indicates, I have a diverse background in the areas
> > of web
> > > > > development, information technology, project management,
> > technical support,
> > > > > quality control, customer service, database management, employee
> > training,
> > > > > and scheduling and coordinating. I have also listed my
> > education, training,
> > > > > and achievements.
> > > > >
> > > > > My work ethic, professional experience, leadership abilities,
> > interpersonal
> > > > > skills, flexibility and willingness to be a team player give me
> > the ability
> > > > > to be a valuable asset to your organization.
> > > > >
> > > > > I trust this letter of introduction and resumé will provide you
> > with
> > > > > adequate information for evaluating my qualifications as a
> > member of your
> > > > > professional team.
> > > > >
> > > > > Sincerely,
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > Gordon Hu
> > > > >
> > > > > Enclosure: resumé
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
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> > > > >
> > > > > GORDON HU
> > > > >
> > > > > 125 Park Lane
> > > > > Dallas, Georgia 30157
> > > > > (678) 363-3597
> > > > > gordon_hu@techie.com
> > > > >
> > > > > PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE
> > > > >
> > > > > To obtain a software development position that offers an
> > opportunity for
> > > > > professional development and advancement.
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > Offering a diverse background of experience, training and
> > achievements in
> > > > > the following areas:
> > > > > * Web Development
> > > > > * Information Technology
> > > > > * Project Management
> > > > > * Technical Support
> > > > > * Quality Control
> > > > > * Customer Service
> > > > > * Database Management
> > > > > * Employee Training
> > > > > * Scheduling and Coordinating
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
> > > > >
> > > > > * Highly proficient in Java, Oracle PL/SQL, C++, SQL, and web
> > page design.
> > > > > * Excellent organizational, communication, leadership,
> > interpersonal, and
> > > > > problem solving skills.
> > > > > * Highly motivated, self-starter, with team player qualities.
> > > > > * Outstanding dependability, effort and enthusiasm as evaluated
> > by
> > > > > supervisors.
> > > > > * US Citizen.
> > > > >
> > > > > EDUCATION
> > > > >
> > > > > SOUTHERN POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY, Marietta, GA
> > > > > Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Expected Date of
> > Graduation (5/03)
> > > > > UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, Athens, GA
> > > > > Bachelor of Science in Zoology, (5/94)
> > > > >
> > > > > INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SKILLS
> > > > >
> > > > > Concepts: Software Engineering Principles, User-Centered Design,
> > Usability
> > > > > Study, MVC Architecture, ANT, Struts, ERD, OOP, OOD, UML,
> > Computer
> > > > > Networking, Extreme Programming, Design Patterns
> > > > > Languages: Java J2EE 1.3 (Servlets, JDBC, JSP, EJB, Applets,
> > GUI, Swing),
> > > > > PHP 4, Perl 5.8.0 , XML, XSLT, C++, Oracle PL/SQL, SQR 4.3.4,
> > Visual Basic
> > > > > 6.0, ASP 3.0,MQL, Tcl
> > > > > Databases: Oracle 8i & 11i, DB2 6.1, MySQL 3.23
> > > > > Java Development Tools: VisualAge for Java 3.5, Jbuilder 3.5,
> > JPadPro 4.2,
> > > > > NetBeans 3.3.1, Junit, Eclipse, JBoss, JMeter, Jalopy, Grinder
> > 3.0
> > > > > Other development Tools: HomeSite 4.5, Visual SlickEdit 4.0,
> > MicroSoft
> > > > > Visual Studio 6.0, SQL Navigator 3.2, TOAD 6.5, SmartDB 5.1
> > > > > Scripting Languages: JavaScript, VBScript, HTML 4.0, DHTML, CSS
> > > > > Operating Systems: UNIX (OpenBSD 6.5, Sun OS 5.8), Linux,
> > Windows (95, 98,
> > > > > NT, 2000 Professional)
> > > > > Web Servers: BEA WebLogic 6.0,Jakarta Tomcat 4.0.1,Apache
> > 1.3.20, WebSphere
> > > > > 3.0, JSDK Server, IIS 5.0
> > > > > Web Design Tools: Flash 4.0, Paint Shop Pro 7, Director 7,
> > Illustrator 9,
> > > > > Dreamweaver 3, Fireworks 3
> > > > > Middleware: webMethods 4.1
> > > > > Rational Tools: Rational Rose ClearCase, ClearQuest, Rational
> > Unified
> > > > > Process
> > > > > Enterprise Asset Management Tool: EMPAC 8.5
> > > > > Product Data Management Tool: eMatrix 9.0.4.2
> > > > >
> > > > > PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
> > > > >
> > > > > MERGETEC SOLUTIONS LLC., Duluth, Georgia
> > > > > Application Support Analyst, (7/02- present)
> > > > >
> > > > > * Debugged and implemented code changes to Global Connector an
> > enterprise
> > > > > level Java application based on MVC2 architecture, Servlets,
> > JavaScript,
> > > > > JSP, Java Beans, RMI and XML for Energy Services technology work
> > flow
> > > > > automation.
> > > > > * Designed and implemented MQL queries and Tcl scripts in
> > eMatrix to address
> > > > > enterprise level web-based application support issues submitted
> > by GE Energy
> > > > > Services personnel.
> > > > > * Managed and coordinated with technical teams and business
> > analysts to
> > > > > identify production issues and provide both technical and
> > business solutions
> > > > > by chairing weekly production issue meetings.
> > > > > * Managed ClearQuest change request database and generated
> > Crystal Reports
> > > > > for management of software defects and enhancements.
> > > > > * Led a project to create user guides, use cases and user screen
> > shots for
> > > > > internal GE Energy Services support central web site.
> > > > > * Applied leadership and technical expertise to train and
> > supervise
> > > > > application support analysts in application support and problem
> > resolution.
> > > > >
> > > > > STRATEGIC PRODUCT INTEGRATION INC. (MERGED WITH OBVIENT
> > STRATEGIES, INC.),
> > > > > Marietta, Georgia
> > > > > PL/SQL Developer, (8/01 - 7/02)
> > > > > * Created and implemented JavaBeans, JSPs, JavaScript and
> > Servlets for an
> > > > > enterprise level web-based supply chain management portal for
> > the automation
> > > > > of work flow in EAM.
> > > > > * Designed and created customized email notification system in
> > EAM utilizing
> > > > > Oracle PL/SQL triggers and packages for work orders, project
> > tracking and
> > > > > purchase orders for GE Power Systems.
> > > > > * Led a project to design and implement Oracle PL/SQL packages
> > and triggers
> > > > > in EAM for asset bill of material integration.
> > > > > * Designed and created in EAM customized automated reporting
> > processes
> > > > > utilizing SQR and SQL for GE Power Systems Enterprise
> > Application
> > > > > Integration initiative.
> > > > > * Performed data scrubbing and data mining on survey data
> > received from GE
> > > > > Contract Performance Managers.
> > > > > * Converted SmartDB data loading templates to Oracle PL/SQL
> > procedures and
> > > > > packages for GE Power Systems.
> > > > > * Customized proprietary EAI software for data migration project
> > at GE Power
> > > > > Systems.
> > > > >
> > > > > INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES, Atlanta, Georgia
> > > > > Web Application Developer, (1/00 - 8/01)
> > > > > * Converted 15 REXX applications to Java servlets utilizing
> > 3-tier
> > > > > architecture and DB2 as backend for generating dynamic
> > management reports in
> > > > > IBM Learning Services Intranet website.
> > > > > * Designed and created JavaScript for input data validation and
> > cookie
> > > > > management in IBM Learning Services student and instructor
> > surveys.
> > > > > * Led a project to redesign IBM's w3 intranet site for internal
> > use by
> > > > > Learning Services managers and employees.
> > > > > * Gathered requirements from IBM Learning Services divisional
> > managers and
> > > > > web page owners to reorganize and update IBM's w3 intranet site
> > content.
> > > > > * Developed and implemented student survey forms for IBM
> > Learning Services
> > > > > and created database tables to process surveys.
> > > > > * Designed and created dynamic menus for w3 intranet site for
> > more efficient
> > > > > and improved site navigation.
> > > > > * Constructed and implemented DB2 queries to address
> > company-wide
> > > > > instructional issues received in LotusNotes databases.
> > > > > * Applied leadership and technical expertise to train and
> > supervise new
> > > > > co-op in DB2 and problem resolution.
> > > > > * Provided technical support for IBM Learning Services
> > instructors regarding
> > > > > instructional issues.
> > > > >
> > > > > PROFESSSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
> > > > >
> > > > > * ATLANTA JAVA USER GROUP, ATLANTA, GA- Member, (09/02 -
> > Present)
> > > > > * TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION OF GEORGIA, ATLANTA, GA- Member, (02/03
> > - Present)
> > > > >
> > > > > ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND INTERESTS
> > > > >
> > > > > * Fluent in spoken and written Mandarin Chinese.
> > > > > * Basic spoken and written German.
> > > > > * Open source software development.
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > OTHER EXPERIENCE
> > > > >
> > > > > SOUTH MILLEDGE ANIMAL HOSPITAL, Athens, GA - Veterinary
> > Technician, (4/98 -
> > > > > 5/99)
> > > > > UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, Athens, GA, Research Laboratory
> > Technician, (1/95 -
> > > > > 4/98)
> > > > > CHICAMAUGA NATIONAL PARK, Fort Oglethorpe, GA - Wildlife
> > Technician, (6/94 -
> > > > > 11/94)
> > > > > TRI-BETA NATIONAL BIOLOGICAL HONOR SOCIETY (UGA), Athens, GA -
> > Public
> > > > > Relations Officer, (9/93 - 6/94)
> > > > > SCIENCE FICTION FAN CLUB, Athens, GA - Co-founder, (12/93 -
> > 6/94)
> > > > > THE NATURE CONSERVANCY OF GEORGIA, Atlanta, GA - Volunteer,
> > (6/93 - 6/95)
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > Excellent references available upon request.
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