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PHPClasses.org: Is the PHP certification worth it? (Interview)

Wed, 28 May 2008 12:04:09 -0500

In this new post to the PHPClasses.org blog, Manuel Lemos looks at the PHP Certification Exam - whether it's worth it, how can you take it and includes an interview with a ZCE, Mauricio Garcia about his experience with it.

Although I am certain that having a PHP certification is not the only way to demonstrate that a PHP developer is really qualified, I am sure that it helps hinting employers about his skills, and so become more open to negotiate better salaries. Having a PHP certification also helps a developer stand out from the crowd of developers that apply to a job but do not have any certification.

In the interview Manuel talks with Mauricio (a Brazilian PHP developer) about whether or not he feels the certification is worth it, how a developer can take it and what they need to do to prepare for it as well as a mention of a book that might help.

Michael Kimsal has also posted some of his own thoughts on the certification issue (and of the comments made during the interview).

Davey Shafik's Blog: php|architect's Zend PHP 5 Certification Study Guide, 2nd Edition

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 23:14:52 -0500

Davey Shafik has posted a quick update about the php|architect guide to the Zend PHP5 Certification exam and its updates.

Just a quick note to say that the second edition of the study guide has been released. It features all erratta items fixed, as well as a new chapter on Database Programming. If you didn't grab it yet, it makes a great reference for any intermediate and above developer, as well as obviously being the study guide that it is meant to be

You can get more information on the book (and place your order) on the book's website - zceguide.com.

codediesel.com: 6 books to master PHP

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 22:07:12 -0500

code:diesl has posted their list of the top six books that can help you master the PHP language:

If you are new to PHP or are thinking of moving to PHP form other language then the following list of books will provide you with the required knowledge to become a seasoned PHP programmer. Of course, the list is subjective and you may have a different list of books in mind.

Their list is made up of:

Alex Netkachov's Blog: Zend Certification

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:15:02 -0500

Alex Netkachov has written up some of his experience with the Zend Certification Exam in a recent post to his blog:

Zend Certification is an important step for a PHP developer. It is a very good chance to evaluate your skills, show your experience to your co-workers and potential customers.

He points out Zend's resource for all things ZCE, using the ZCE Yellow Pages to find others in your area and the process he went through to prepare for and take the exam. Oh, and in case you're wondering - yes, he passed.

Developer Tutorials Blog: PHP Qualifications: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:22:00 -0600

Akash Mehta mentions on the Developer Tutorials Blog about some of his experiences with interviews, specifically dealing with the certifications people list on their resumes.

As he sees it, there's three categories:

The Good - things like the ZCE
The Bad - proof of testing but no proof of experience
The Ugly - failing to have anything to show your ability/knowledge

It's all about image, even when it comes to hiring a good programmer. Employers are looking first for someone who even vaguely looks like they know their stuff, then they dive deeper into the real skills and talents that potential employee might have.

Wolfgang Drews' Blog: New German Professional Training and PHP Certification Course

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 14:43:00 -0500

Wolfgang Drews has posted about a new German professional PHP training and certification course being offered through phpzertifizierung.eu.

Great News, we have finally managed to develop and set up the first german speaking PHP Professional course for advanced PHPer! The course is packed in 2 Weeks, 12 sessions and 24 hours!

They have a great lineup of trainers including Tobias Schlitt, Christian Wenz, Kore Nordmann and Tobias Hauser. The course will run from the 20th of November until the 3rd of December and you can check out all of the great topics covered in this list posted to the training website.