Re: Is MCAD.NET cert based on VS2003 still worth to take?

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From: Mark Rae (mark_at_mark-N-O-S-P-A-M-rae.co.uk)
Date: 11/04/04 

Date: Thu, 4 Nov 2004 22:21:42 -0000

"Kevin Spencer" <kspencer@takempis.com> wrote in message
news:elvhXVQwEHA.2316@TK2MSFTNGP15.phx.gbl...

>I am a team leader and Senior Application Developer for my company. I
> participate in the hiring process. I couldn't care less about the
> certificates that prospective employees have. A certificate proves only
> that
> one can cram for and pass an exam. As a programmer, I've never had to take
> an exam in order to create an application. Therefore, the ability to take
> exams is not a requirement for software developers. Writing solid code is.
> So, if you want to work for me, you've got to show me the money (i.e.
> code).
> On the other hand, if you want to work for a beaurocratic dinosaur, get as
> many certificates as you can, and best of luck to you.

That is without doubt the best take on MCP certification I've heard in a
long time. I've always viewed such things like driving lessons - they don't
teach you how to be a good driver, they just teach you how to pass your
driving test.

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