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I understand that perhaps too many people ask for advice that the rest of you are hesitant to give. I started on a path to learn VB.NET and I believe I will start there.
I figure if I can at least pass one test towards MCAD/MCSD and qualify as an MCP, that will put me on the road towards something more specific. If I need to add other languages at some point, I will do so.
Any suggestions or comments are welcome, I do not offend easily, so if you have something to say, say it. 
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tanstaafl28 wrote:
it seems like VB isn't as powerful as C++ or C# is for doing custom Windows applications
if you talk about VB.NET .. it has neerly the same functionality as C#..
unless you need to make high performance Apps. or switch to linux you don't need C++ (but i encourage you to learn it anyway)
tanstaafl28 wrote:
I have been stuck in sub-contract purgatory and I'm pretty tired of being in freefall when a contract is over.
me the same 
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Thanks for your advice. I have the books and VS.NET and that is my plan. Should I need to add another language at some future point, I will be that much more able to do so. 
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Try and find what you enjoy doing, and focus on that. Learn all you can about it, and you will be a specialist, in an area that you enjoy.
Of course, easier said than done.
In terms of the market, my impression is that there is a lot of .NET and Java work out there. C++ is also popular in the non-MS world, although IMO that will change.
Certifications are ok as a way to learn the subject matter in a structured way. As a means to obtaining contracts and work, they are less valuable.
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Thanks for your advice. I have to start somewhere. One would think that someone who is adaptable to any number of situations would be invaluable, but it just doesn't seem to work out that way. 
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hi jeffrey
hope you need help but i just want u to do me a favor. pls tell me more about this site i just come across it. i'm a technical.
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If you mean The Code Project, it's a great place to learn more about programming computers using some of the latest programming languages and strategies out there.
I'm still pretty new at all of this, I come here to get ideas, code snippets, and learn new things.
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If you're not on the track to being a CTO or CIO, then how can you convince an employer or a client to take advantage of these non-coding skills?
One of my problems is that, even when I'm on a very hands-on contract or assignment, it becomes clear (very quickly) that I also possess these other skills and that I possess them to a greater extent than many others on my team (or in my department). So I get tagged to take on these tasks. I'm very good at these things, but it takes me away from hands-on experience so, when a contract ends or when an employer does a staff churning, I have a hard time selling myself as a technical person.
What's a highly experienced professional to do? (Especially if he's over 39)? 
Hire a .NET Professional
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I know where you're coming from. Most HR professionals only look at the "surface" attributes and does not seem interested in digging a little deeper. Many qualified people get "circular filed" as a result. 
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Hello,
I have recently finished creating software for one of my clients (I am a freelancer). We would like to file the copyright in USA but at this point we don't have license for all the libraries that we use. Normally, in my opinion, they should not ask us for licenses since we will not sell the product untill we have them. But because the process of buying them takes a bit longer we would like to file for copyright in the same time. Does anyone know if we will have problems with this?
Thank you for your time.
All best.
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OK ! I've got my first paying gig programming. Yikes ! What sort of contractual agreement might be in order? Some sort of work order describing the scope of the work, payment terms, measurable milestones, change orders.
Would you be willing to share a copy of an agreement I might modify?
Any help appreciated.
easan
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I'm new to programming. I'm trying to create a simple DOS program in C that will access an A/D board on the VMEbus. My problem is the Universe II PCI-to-VMEbus bridge that SBS uses on their V5C processor boards. SBS tech support has not been helpful and even with the Universe II user manual on the Tundra website I have not been able to get things to work. I was hoping somebody out there might have some experience with the Universe II and maybe even the V5C board and can help me. Any help would be appreciated.
Steve
modified 9-May-22 21:01pm.
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Hi all
can any one know any resources to help me to study these exam like Testking pdf
if any one pass this exam plese let me know from you study the question. . .
Regards
haytham
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it is nice to reply me
but i need password if you have
thanks
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webhay wrote:
it is nice to reply me
Ai 7'edma 
webhay wrote:
but i need password if you have
check the site itself
it's mentioned somewhere
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do you think microsoft will provide a separate certification for mobile (embedded) application development for pocket pc/ smart phone using .net compact framework (vb.net/c#.net/c++.net) ?
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I think MS can make it an elective exam,,if they (in MS) think that it will bring them more money !!
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Hi
I need toolbar like GoogleBar.
I dont need pagerange check, and other functions.
Just search box and maybe popup killer.
Toolbar must load via activeX.
Tollbar must be very very small, i found some ready toolbars, but with size of 150kb and more, i dont want so big sizes.
Also i need affiliate program script (php+mysql) for work with toolbar. It must be with admin and affiliates area. Check http://www.gammabar.com as example.
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Are you looking for a push in the right direction, freeware, or is this an offer to pay someone?
If you need a push, I suggest msdn.microsoft.com
-earl-
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I suggest you take a look at this
http://www.besttoolbars.net/
They also offer DeskBar .
You can buy the Source Code
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Hi everyone,
I was just wondering which certification should be done first:
- XML Web Services or - SQL Server 2000
I personally don't have any preference. Wanted to get some opinion.
Thanks
Ali Haider
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First - SQL Server 2000
He who controls others may be powerful,
But he who has mastered himself is mightier still.
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