Being a bit disillusioned regarding the software development industry, I have been contemplating a move into the IT industry. The problem is, I already have over 10+ years in software development, and I don't really want to restart a career at ground zero with a wife and 2 kids to support. But I'm seeing many more IT support positions available than software dev. The way I look at it, just about any company (dentist office, law office, hospital, etc.) need computer maintenance and administration.
So, anyway, during my contemplations, I've been looking into getting certified. I may decide to get microsoft certified in software dev, but I am also interseted in other certifications. I see A+, Network+, CompTIA, etc. What would you recommend? What order? How long will it take?
I'm heading over to our local community college tomorrow to ask them about classes and certification classes. They seem to have the least expensive prices on their certification classes.
You can pray about this too. I'm not totally sure moving into IT is what I'm supposed to do. I can use clear direction and wisdom on the decision.
Thanks.
So, anyway, during my contemplations, I've been looking into getting certified. I may decide to get microsoft certified in software dev, but I am also interseted in other certifications. I see A+, Network+, CompTIA, etc. What would you recommend? What order? How long will it take?
I'm heading over to our local community college tomorrow to ask them about classes and certification classes. They seem to have the least expensive prices on their certification classes.
You can pray about this too. I'm not totally sure moving into IT is what I'm supposed to do. I can use clear direction and wisdom on the decision.
Thanks.