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Hello,
I'm currently studying for 70-316 as well, and so far Amit Kalani's book is looking good. I already used his book to study for 70-315 and passed it with 962 points, so I think his method really works for me. I also did as much background reading as I could in MSDN and other sources like CodeProject to fill in my knowledge of C# in general and related topics like SQL, IIS and so on.
As far as practice exams are concerned, I do think they're useful. For 70-315, I tested myself using the PrepLogic practice exam that came with Kalani's book, as well as the practice exam in the Microsoft official Self-Study guide. Neither was quite the same as the actual exam, but they did make me scratch my head and look up some points I'd missed in MSDN.
Emma
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I develop in C# and worked for 5 years. I want to konw about .net developer salary in CA.US. Any response is appreciated. Thanks
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Why I was rejected so much with following resume ?
I find job in My native country, in town where I live.
Not Us and England, but sometimes this companies - outsource US, England.
After inviting to interview and speaking, usually very friendly,
getting "ok" on appropriate question about resume skills and around....
Why I was rejected so much with following resume ?
OR my demand on salary was - as printed publically by work_supplier.
________________________________________
My Name
PROGRAMMING RESUME:
OBJECTIVE:
To find a position as a programmer.
in a field C++, MFC ATL, DCOM, DBMS,XML, Client/Server 2,3 tier, LAN/Internet programming.
EXPERIENCE SUMMARY:
- 8 years of programming experience
- Microsoft Visual C++ 7.1, MFC, ATL, DCOM,
- C#, .NET.
- DHTML, JScript, XML/XSL
- developing: COM ,ActiveX, COM+, ASP
- ActiveX scripting.
- DBMS : Microsoft SQL Server 2000, ODBC, OLE DB, ADO
- Sockets programming
- Threading programming.
- UML
Microsoft Certification:
MCSD exam 70-015 "Designing and Implementing 'Distributed' Applications with
Microsoft Visual C++ 6.0". (exam purpose: - Fast and efficient work, good projects architecturing. - prove,
in COM, DB, MTS, threading, GUI programming and around.)
SCORE - 860 for 540 pass of 1000 total.
Now writing application using: Java, J2EE, CORBA, RMI, Servlet, Applet, JSP, - as component technologies,
design patterns and SWING, AWT - GUI technologies.
EDUCATION:
1987 - 1994 MS in Electronics Engineering.
Applied Mathematics and Physics specialty.
Moscow Institute of Physics and Techniques. Russia
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
07.2002-10.2004 Arktika, lead programmer, C++, ATL, COM, OLE DB, developing ActiveX. GUI: MFC, Win32.
System of data gathering, analyzing, technology lines visualization and management, project organizing.
WinNT share/NT security handling project, using ADSI, WMI, win32 security.
Win32 Processes management utility, threaded scheduler components.
10.2001-5.2002 DiscussData Solutions(US), programmer,
Provided system of COM objects to customize applications with ActiveX scripting technology
and its Databases integration. Using C++, COM, OLE DB, ActiveX scripting.
Creating system of scripting COM objects,
that extends initial system to user customized,
with database connectivity and user data supplied structures
as infrastructure.
2001 Ulter Systems(England company), programmer for COM, MS SQL server.
Provided COM subsystems for TV ratings calculation program for ASP subsystem.
Using C++, COM,
Creation of COM objects that comply all conventions from
custom library systems.
1998 -1998 Position in Commercial corporation "AvtoContract"
Moscow, Russia
position: Senior Programmer.
-Windows GUI programming and design, developing ActiveX control elements.
- Provided design, coding, and project management of developing for
Subsystem For Company's Trade data management system:
Integrating MS SQL Server with MS Office programs and special national trade software products on the base of OLE Automation Technology,
Programming OLE servers with Some Business logic and DBMS components.
- 2,3-Tiered Client/Server systems for company's product
management system. Based on COM, ODBC, MS ADO, OLE DB.
(please note that above is a most preferable specializations)
Visual ActiveX with database connectivity:
extending existed systems to connection to other databases,
than was available,
and supplying new visual functionality, some controls
is created as 3 tier, having separate business logic,
fully complying to Microsoft DNA.
Creating RAD for structured DB visual connectivity to GUI,
using DNA layers. Like BizTalk framework.
Creation for MFC "behaviors" - reusable components for fast creation and organizing
visual forms. COM based.
1994-2001
Institute of Microelectronics Problems. Chernogolovka, Moscow dist.
Russia.
position: programming engineer.
- 1996-1997
- Provided design, coding, and project management of developing
Workgroup resources counting program at laboratory level,
using finally MS Visual C++ 5.0, ODBC , ACCESS, OLE,
Many windows database application with many
accounting ways, using some ActiveX controls.
WinSock Technology:
Developing connection between devices with PC in many laboratories.
PERSONAL DATA:
34 years old, Single
FOREIGN LANGUAGES:
Fluent English
HOBBIES:
Sports, Computers, Literature
REFEREE & REFERENCES
May be presented additionally .
CONTACT:
E-mail: du_volon@fromru.com
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First I cannot say for certain. However I will pick up on a few points you could improve. Also, these are my opinions and potential employers may have their own opinions.
vgrigor1 wrote:
To find a position as a programmer
in a field C++, MFC ATL, DCOM, DBMS,XML, Client/Server 2,3 tier, LAN/Internet programming
Personally I don't like programmer, I think that "software developer" is a better description. If you get the chance you should tailor your CV for each employer so you can say "C++ Software developer" or whatever depending on the job you are going for. Also, you have 8 years experience, inserting the word "senior" might also appear better. Finally, on this section, your list of fields is too large. A potential employer or recuitment agency is going to think: "We don't have any jobs that do all that." So, again try and taylor it to the individual application, or if you can't just list the most important one or two.
vgrigor1 wrote:
Microsoft Certification:
...SCORE - 860 for 540 pass of 1000 total.
This section is too verbose. Just give the name and number of the exam. Also, I'm an MCSD, and your score line make no sense to me. Did you get 860 out of 1000, if so, what does the 540 mean?
vgrigor1 wrote:
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
This section mostly lists the technology that you used in each job. It doesn't actually say much about the job itself. If you are going for a permanent position (and if you are looking to relocate then I guess you are) then you need to give more about your duties and reponsibilities.
Also, you mix the verb tenses which can make it a little jarring to read. e.g. "System of data gathering, analyzing" Vs. "Provided COM subsystems". Personally, I would prefer the first example to be changed to "Gathered and analysed..." because that is showing a past-action-now-completed and potential employers like to see you can complete stuff (even if it is on a subconsious level). The present continuous tense (-ing endings) make it sound like you are still working on it and the end date is somewhat fuzzy.
vgrigor1 wrote:
please note that above is a most preferable specializations
Re-read your CV for small errors like this. "is" ==> "are" because the word "specializations" is plural and the verb has to match with the noun it refers to.
vgrigor1 wrote:
FOREIGN LANGUAGES:
Fluent English
Not to your potential employer it isn't (if they are in an English speaking country). I'd change this just to read "LANGUAGES: English, Russian" (I'm assuming that is your first language)
Finally - I don't think this will make much of a difference, but some people can be really picky about this. Your CV is written in American English. If you are applying to other English speaking countries, like Britain, they might just reject you for using the wrong dialect. Although in the field of computing most of the terms use American spellings regardless of geography.
This may not apply, BUT, be aware of your geography. You said you want to get a job in the US or England. You may have applied and were rejected from companies in the UK that were not in England because of this mistake. I've had letters addressed to me with the address as "Edinburgh, England" - Just lucky the postal service in England know that Edinburgh is in Scotland. A lot of people don't know that there are actually 3 countries on that island (England, Scotland and Wales), collectively known as Britain. If you don't know specifically that it is in England use Britain or British, it is safer and you don't run the risk of offending anyone.
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REsume made on the send requirements from west companies:
As more detail as possible.
Senior- means just high positioned,
while I want underline qualification.
Fluent- also choice from combo, of Employer's demand.
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vgrigor1 wrote:
As more detail as possible
If this was for an individual company try and figure out what they want from you and don't add in too much extra. I've been in a position where I was looking through CVs to find ones suitable to interview, the first stage is always to find something to immediately reject a potential candidate. Do not give them any reason to reject you. A CV I once rejected was on the grounds that it was too long and I didn't have time to read it. (Mind you it was about 12 pages).
Typically, in the US a résumé should be about 1 page, and in the UK a CV should be about 2 pages, anything more and you run the risk of rejection because of size.
vgrigor1 wrote:
also choice from combo, of Employer's demand
If this is from an online form then there is nothing you can do about including the word "fluent". However, remeber to view it from the employer's perspective, English is a foreign language to you, but not to them.
I hope this helps.
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I can tell you what helps me out. I don't know how well it'll work in other areas/countries (I'm in the southeastern US btw).
First and foremost, employers have to go through a TON of resumes/CVs nowadays. Programmers are a dime a dozen. Now, they have to weed out the bad ones, but that's not always easy when looking at over a hundred applications.
So, the very top of your resume needs to be sales pitch. If they don't like what they see first, then they won't even read the rest of your resume.
Second. Don't get too verbose. They have a lot to go through. And, don't tell them too much in it. Make them more curious about you and have them get in touch to find out more. Also, don't put so little they think this resume/CVs is a joke. It's walking a fine line, and you need to find it.
Third, if you go into an interview, don't be timid. Most employers I know want an employee they like being around. You're selling your personality as well. Try to relax, but keep a sense of professionalism. Make it a point for them to understand just how much you can offer to their company, and do it in words they can understand (very important).
Hope that helps.
Jeremy Falcon
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i have heard friends having mcp certificates after working for only a few days. they download some books from the internet, gets quick answers of the questions to be asked. that degrades ms's certificates value, i believe. cisco certificates are seen more valuable here. cıssp even more valuable, although only a few might have heard of it. and there is this brainbench thing which i had heard about at university.
and what is this mvp thing ? most valuable professional ? nothing i believe.
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Well the MCP is after passing only 1 exam. And yes some people cheat and get the questions that some person braindumped after an exam. This of course is in violation of the NDA that was agreed to before taking the exam, but that does not stop some people.
Alot of people had gotten a "paper" MCSE and that certification has lost alot of credentials over the years. That is probably one reason Microsoft keeps putting out new certs and new exams (besides to get more money). cisco certs would be valuable if you had cisco equipment, but a MCSE is valuable if you use Microsoft operating systems. It all depends on where you are working to say if its valuable or not.
MVP is not related to the certification program AFAIK. It is a designation from Microsoft to distinguish individuals that have really supported a particular field, such as C#, .NET, etc. There are some benefits to being a MVP, and a quick search on microsoft.com might show those.
Steve Maier, MCSD MCAD
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Nice Özgürce wrote:
they download some books from the internet, gets quick answers of the questions to be asked.
That is illegal, and such activity should be reported. I have an MCSD and I worked hard to get it. Anyone that posts the answers should be procecuted IMO.
Nice Özgürce wrote:
and what is this mvp thing ? most valuable professional ? nothing i believe.
You can choose to believe what you like. MVPs are people that have shown exceptional knowledge and are willing to share that with the community as a whole. IIRC, MVPs are nominated and you cannot apply to be one.
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Anybody know AVL Tree insertion algorithm
Sarath
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What could be the fastest way of getting employed in an IT company in US if I'm coming from country somewhere in Asia? I am already a BS Computer Science Degree holder with an outstanding academic performance (even got an honor during graduation). Right now I am employed in an IT comapny here in Asia but learned that money is fast in US.
Thanks for your help!
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how exactly would that help me?
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I think he is referring to Tolkien's "All that is gold does not glitter..." quote meaning that just because something looks good does not necessarily mean it is good. There are other things to consider besides the face value.
"Opinions are neither right nor wrong. I cannot change your opinion. I can, however, change what influences your opinion." - David Crow
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quette wrote:
...but learned that money is fast in US.
Indeed it is very fast (at leaving your pocket). Sometimes you do not even see it because it is so fast. Taxes alone will chew up nearly 40% of your gross salary. From the remaining 60%, you'll need to pay for things like car and life insurance premiums, mortgage or rent, car payment, school, food, clothes, fuel, utilities, retirement, ad nauseam. It is a very vicious cycle.
"Opinions are neither right nor wrong. I cannot change your opinion. I can, however, change what influences your opinion." - David Crow
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Forget about it. It ain't gonna happen.
Many IT professionals in the US are out of work still. Many more, like me, were out of work for a long time and are now happy to just be employed for substandard wages. In IT no one really cares about your education. Experience is whast counts, and many experienced people are competing for jobs.
No US companies are interested in sponsoring visas for IT professionals. There is a much greater interest in outsourcing IT for cheap to places like Asia.
Plus as has been mentioned, 35-40% taxes right off the top. Minimum rent for a one bedroom flat in metro areas like Atlanta is $1000USD a month. New York, LA, figure $1500-2000 for not much more than an address basically.
The average American carries over $8000 dollars in high interest rate credit card debt. You think people carry $8000 in 15% APR credit card debt because "money is fast"?
Whatever you heard, you heard wrong.
Sorry ...
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rwestgraham wrote:
Plus as has been mentioned, 35-40% taxes right off the top.
Actually, if you exclude sales tax, property tax, etc. the highest income tax bracket is 35% currently. Which means, you'll never pay 40% in income tax.
Also, the IRS allows many deductions that most people never take advantage of. If you're going to pay taxes, it behooves everyone to at least somewhat understand how things work.
Here's a good example. If you recently had to move for a job, the expenses incurred are tax deductible. It's up to you, not the IRS, to figure out what you do for the year. Learn a bit about it and you could save serious money.
As far as finding a job, programmers are a dime a dozen now. Gone are the old days of saying "hey I'm a programmer" and anyone would hire you. Everyone jumped on the bandwagon and this is what we now have.
The most valuable programmers of the future will be the ones that A: know how to program WELL and B: the ones that know an industry very well they can apply their programmer knowledge to. For instance, a programmer that knows how the court system and state laws work will be more valuable than just any old programmer to a law firm that needs software.
The ball has now been thrown back in our court, it's time we run with it or else we will fall out of the game completely.
Jeremy Falcon
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I figured they just bought off the shelf products.
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quette wrote:
that money is fast in US
"The grass is always greener on the other side."
Jeremy Falcon
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IMHO, if you have to move to States simply to earn more money than you are not qualified enough. In the age of Internet, money flows around the world.
Cheers.
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