IT Certifications and Careers (Official Discussion Thread)

[Scott Larock]

Should have the CCNA but end of April. Afterwards I wanted something on Linux, my goal is simply a desktop support position for experience. I’m also moving to PSL Florida by August so I’ll probably have to be driving down to West Palm Beach for work.

What cert should I get after the CCNA? I’m giving up on my S+ it will expire November and I’m not gonna bother with it. I thin Networking or something less social is better for me due to my speech impairment. Don’t wanna get fired like a dog on the street again.

I was considering AWS but I want to be realistic in my approach to money due to my age.

So should I just go Cloud or get something Linux-based?

 

[Sonny Bonds]

During an interview, have you ever asked, “What projects is the team working on?” And the answer just did not interest you at all?

 

[DaRealness]

 

[Mirin4rmfar]

Should have the CCNA but end of April. Afterwards I wanted something on Linux, my goal is simply a desktop support position for experience. I’m also moving to PSL Florida by August so I’ll probably have to be driving down to West Palm Beach for work.

What cert should I get after the CCNA? I’m giving up on my S+ it will expire November and I’m not gonna bother with it. I thin Networking or something less social is better for me due to my speech impairment. Don’t wanna get fired like a dog on the street again.

I was considering AWS but I want to be realistic in my approach to money due to my age.

So should I just go Cloud or get something Linux-based?

Honestly, you need both. Most jobs will ask you to know linux. It's really fundamental.

 

[Scott Larock]

Honestly, you need both. Most jobs will ask you to know linux. It's really fundamental.

I know the basics of linux, nothing advanced yet. I need both then.

 

[GollyImGully]

I know the basics of linux, nothing advanced yet. I need both then.

you dont need advanced skills

can you move around the cli? can you edit files? can you move arond files? can you view the processes running? etc. nothing to crazy

you can use sites like these practice

CoCalc - Online Linux Terminal

Online Bash Compiler - Online Bash Editor - Online Bash IDE - Bash Coding Online - Practice Bash Online - Execute Bash Online - Compile Bash Online - Run Bash Online

The Linux Filesystem Explained - Linux.com

 

[Scott Larock]

you dont need advanced skills

can you move around the cli? can you edit files? can you move arond files? can you view the processes running? etc. nothing to crazy

you can use sites like these practice

CoCalc - Online Linux Terminal

Online Bash Compiler - Online Bash Editor - Online Bash IDE - Bash Coding Online - Practice Bash Online - Execute Bash Online - Compile Bash Online - Run Bash Online

The Linux Filesystem Explained - Linux.com

So linux certifications are more for Admin use you think?

I can move around Linux just fine I got the basics down packed.

Not sure how good I am editing files as of yet.

 

[JT-Money]

Free for first 1K people.

 

[Scott Larock]

Free for first 1K people.

I got the warez version but the legit one helps now I can answer the questions he post and all.

I gotta rep you on this, I got the wireshark too

I kinda dislike ITPRO.TV honestly not a fan, the CCNA sucks but the S+ instructor was miles better.

I hate those sign up on twitter, website for a chance stuff

 

[JT-Money]

I got the warez version but the legit one helps now I can answer the questions he post and all.

I gotta rep you on this, I got the wireshark too

I kinda dislike ITPRO.TV honestly not a fan, the CCNA sucks but the S+ instructor was miles better.

I hate those sign up on twitter, website for a chance stuff

I only wanted his Udemy courses since I'm trying to reach 1,000 free courses. Will probably never watch any of them.

Never dealt with ITPro tv before mainly because anything that advertises as much as they do can't be worth a crap.
They're mentioned on every podcast I listen too.

 

[Scott Larock]

I only wanted his Udemy courses since I'm trying to reach 1,000 free courses. Will probably never watch any of them.

Never dealt with ITPro tv before mainly because anything that advertises as much as they do can't be worth a crap.
They're mentioned on every podcast I listen too.

I only wanted his Udemy courses since I'm trying to reach 1,000 free courses. Will probably never watch any of them.

Never dealt with ITPro tv before mainly because anything that advertises as much as they do can't be worth a crap.
They're mentioned on every podcast I listen too.

For cybersecurity the instructor is pretty solid, the networking side needs serious help.

Lowkey look for Flackbox on udemy he's pretty througho on Networking

 

[Rhyme n Tekniq]

Bruh im gettin sick of these companies wasting my time


Advertises Job as 'System Administrator' and emphasizes administering a VMware infrastructure...In the interview, "this is a desktop support position"

Job description is an exhausting wishlist of every known vendor's technology and certs with no clear defined qualifications...... In the interview, "They need somebody with strong expertise in O365, sorry you're not a good fit"


It's amazing how many inept, unqualified MFers can be in a position to gatekeep who gets a job in this industry. I swear this year's been on somebullshyt as far as finding a worthwhile job
It's like the fukkery has ramped up.

Main reason i'm striking out is because the employers are contradicting themselves in regards to what they want and it's


Interviewed for another job prior, VDI Engineer , $125k -$144k annually; Claim they was looking for someone with VMware administration background exp and has a VCP, RHCSA; they emphasized certs. I had all that. They blew smoke up my ass for most of the interview and acted like I was exactly what they were looking for. 10 days go by with no follow-up. So, I call the guy who initially screened me to find out what's up;

"
Hi Rhyme,




My apologies on late response – mgmt. is looking for more of a consultant/Architect type person – they felt you were a good administrator but not an Architect level and they want someone hitting the ground at that level.



Continued success on your search! "

These MFs never once mentioned that they were looking for someone with Architect level experience, Didnt even allude to it and I hung on every word and made notes. They went out of their way to overemphasize how they don't need someone who can hit the ground running and are just looking for some one who is a sysadmin with VCP level knowledge that they can train and get certified and move up over time. These were directors and VPs I was talking to as well with one technical guy in the chat.


This is the flagrant bullshyt that makes me wanna bash a MF face in with a manhole cover. Rejection aint shyt, but singing my praises only to ghost me for over a week and when I hit you up, you completely switch up the narrative for why you bushed me?

I'm in too deep now but I swear this industry is starting to get on my damn nerves yo.

 

[Slic Ric]

Question for the brehs in here

2.5-3 years into IT, on 2nd IT support/Help Desk role, looking to level up again. Dont have any certs but looking to get away from the calls. I enjoy troubleshooting and working with software, but hate the CS part, what should be the next role?

 

[JT-Money]

Question for the brehs in here

2.5-3 years into IT, on 2nd IT support/Help Desk role, looking to level up again. Dont have any certs but looking to get away from the calls. I enjoy troubleshooting and working with software, but hate the CS part, what should be the next role?

You gonna need a ton of certs without experience in this shytty market.

 

[Steel]

Question for the brehs in here

2.5-3 years into IT, on 2nd IT support/Help Desk role, looking to level up again. Dont have any certs but looking to get away from the calls. I enjoy troubleshooting and working with software, but hate the CS part, what should be the next role?

Do you have any certs?