I am one of guys who start learning Java now....and I still think Java is the good way to go.
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2001-3-29(#38636@0)
Because dot-com's are dying, it is not easy to get Java jobs now...But I think it is normal. No programming language should be over-hyped. Six months ago, there was a shortage of Java programmers. Right now, even strong Java programmers may miss job opportunities. Very few opportunities for novices such as newly-graduated computer science M.S's from not so famous graduate schools.
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2001-3-26{319}(#37396@0)
Schools need to train students in programming and Java is a perfect choice.Before, schools taught C++. Obviously, Java is more suitable for teaching OO concepts. Teaching students Java does not mean they all become programmers. In the IT industry, no single skill can make a postion for us. Even DB people need to have some basic programming skills.
By the way, if you look into the contents of Java clases in the universities, you will find that they are too simple.
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2001-3-26{403}(#37405@0)
But, they focus on OO methodology and algorithm.
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2001-3-26(#37409@0)
Schools just want to have business and make money. As long as they can get money, they will accept anyone and encourage to study any thing.
You're not that stupid. Right?
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2001-4-4(#40422@0)
I would say that Java is just a language.......Do not expect find a good pay job just because you know java language only. On the other hand, if you really like programming, Java still is a good way to learn. Not only Java language but also Java technology.....
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2001-3-29{214}(#38635@0)
You have a clear mind. Wish you good luck
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2001-3-30(#38812@0)