Entry Level Java Positions 4 A Hopeful

I took a focus shift to Java from 5 years in Architectural Design and I fing this technology mind-blowing and amazing. I intend to pursue the career here as a Java Consultant (Ultimate Aim) while still doing my practise. Is anyone on the same line of thinking?? Does the It accept a creative, wacky architect as a programmer?? Is it all about coding?? Do send me post and I shall be 4ever grateful if you help me in this site and my passage to Java World....
Tara