Homework Question on Database Programs, Professionals, and Certifications
- Use the internet and research the various database programs, and then list them in a word processing document.
- Also research the jobs for database professionals, What skills are necessary for these types of jobs?
- Is training and certification available? List examples of training and certification programs. provide references
Homework Answer on Database Programs, Professionals, and Certifications
Introduction
Data base programs refer to the computer softwares that are used for the purposes of managing data (O’Brien and Marakas, 2005). They are used in creation of data, entry of data, updating data and query of data information. These programs include:
- Access(Jet,Msde)
- Adabas D
- Adaptive Server Anywhere
Jobs for Database Professionals
- Database analysts
- Database administrator
- Database developer/architect
- Database engineer
Database Administrator
Excellent knowledge of database systems
Higher accuracy level and pay attention to details
Good problem solving and organizational skills
Ability to beat deadlines and to work under pressure(O’Brien and Marakas, 2005)
Data Analysts
Good communication skills
Critical thinking
Attention to details
Good math skills(O’Brien and Marakas, 2005)
Database Developer
Critical thinking
Good problem solving skills
Good communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines(O’Brien and Marakas, 2005)
Training and Certification
The database training includes database administration, database development, database analysis, database programming, and Microsoft maintenance among others. The certification in database include: Amazon web services, Ayaya, business analysis certification, Cisco certification, Citrix certification, cloud professional, Cloudera, compTIA, security certification,EMC,ITIL/ITSM, Juniper, Microsoft certification, networking and wireless, project management, Red Hat, salesforce, virtualization, VMware, VoIP & Telephony certification (Janacek and Snow,1997).