Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Microsoft Technology Associate - Certified in Database Fundamentals


A fundamental... the MTA or Microsoft Technology Associate certification in databases.

It is a recommended entry point for IT certification and job preparation.


In late April, I was one of several REACH IT students that furthered our careers in information technology.

It validates our core knowledge of databases, the foundation of business intelligence.

According to Certiport, MTA is an industry-recognized certification for those pursuing a career path in IT infrastructure, database design, or software development using Microsoft technologies.




Monday, April 7, 2014

BI Core

BI Applications and the Core
BI tools comprise a series of applications that enable organizations to make better decisions by providing accurate, dependable, consistent, and understandable data and reports in a useful format.

Basically, BI means:


  • getting the right information to the right people 
  • at the right time 
  • to support better decision-making and 
  • gain competitive advantage.


What will the market size be in the future?

What will be the growth rate be?
What are the key market trends?
What is driving this market?
What are the challenges to market growth?
Who are the key vendors in this market space?
What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the key vendors?
What are the strengths and weaknesses of the key vendors?

Reference: http://www.heraldonline.com/2014/04/04/5838297/research-and-markets-global-business.html?sp=/100/773/385/#storylink=cpy

Friday, April 4, 2014

Lynda.com > my courses >> Certificates of Completion...'Share' to your LinkedIn Certificates

Easily Publish a Lynda.com Certificate to LinkedIn


My CPCC REACH IT co-students and I are encouraged to utilize lynda.com courses.

Upon completion of a course, you can easily 'share' the certificate of completion with LinkedIn (as seen in the screen shots below).

Lynda.com 'share':