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   Zack Bethem wrote:   
      
   > Sorry for the repeating theme, but I was hoping for some guidance. I'm   
   > currently a Siebel consultant/integrator. I've done my time   
   > administering envionments and running Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, and SQL*Loader   
   > jobs.   
   >   
   > In an effort to stop travelling and to evolve into a steady career, I   
   > want to pursue becoming a DBA role. The problem is common, however.   
   > I was wondering if you could give me some pointers on what I should or   
   > shouldn't do.   
   >   
   > * Investing to become an OCP DBA is going to be a hefty out-of-pocket   
   > expense, so I'm not sure it's the best way to go. Lots of money for an   
   > uncertain return.   
   >   
   > * Spending time dorking on a linux box would give one experience, but   
   > it's not marketable when it comes time for interviews.   
   >   
   > I would like to know what the group thinks. Mind the 'no-spam' in the   
   > email if replying directly to me.. thanks.   
   >   
   > Zack   
   >   
   Zack,   
      
   First goto Oracle Technet and download yourself a database:   
   http://technet.oracle.com/software/products/oracle9i/content.html   
      
   Same place you can download a full documentation set.   
      
   Then using something like this as a guide:   
      
   http://www.orafaq.com/faqdbacv.htm   
      
   And start learning!   
      
   First manual to read is "Database Concepts" it's a bit dry, but though   
   it out - it's worth is.   
      
   And .... who knows once you have the knowledge, the job-market might   
   have changed.   
      
   Good luck.   
      
   Michael Willer   
      
   --- SoupGate-Win32 v1.05   
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