If you are preparing for SCJP, I suggest you take 1.5 since either way you will later think of upgrading it. If you take 1.4 like many others, later they eventually took the upgrade to 1.5. They end up purchasing two vouchers. Whereas, you can use the other voucher to good use by taking up SCBCD, SCWCD or SCEA part 1. Saves you more money and puts you ahead. The thing you have to worry about though is more studying since new features were added. This is what I thought about when I decided to take 1.5. Be smart, save more. [ August 10, 2006: Message edited by: Robbi Palacios ]
Well the decision you have to take? If I am at your place, then definitely I would go for SCJP 1.5.
Though still companies are using 1.4 version of java, but I think doing certification in the current version is always wise and better. Definitely a time will come when 1.5 will replace 1.4
Thanks a lot for taking me decision I would rather go for SCJP 1.5.
Thanks a lot again
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Note: Sun is offering a free re-take for the exam if you purchase a voucher http://www.sun.com/training/index.xml?printFriendly=true So buy it now while the re take is still available this will lessen your fears on pursuing SCJP 1.5.
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Can you please guide me ,for how long a voucher will be valid after Buying it.
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Originally posted by trisha kapoor: Can you please guide me ,for how long a voucher will be valid after Buying it.
I bought my voucher last April 2006. It's good until February 28, 2007 that's one whole year. It's one year.
Should I start preparation by studying Java language specification 3rd edition first or some book .as topics added in SCJP 1.5 are totally untouched for me .
Please suggest
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No need to refer JLS Third edition for SCJP.
Purchase SCJP 1.5 by Kathy Sierra and Bert Bates. Its for the exam objective 310-055
Plus you can try lots of mock exams which you can find from our SCJP FAQ Section.
Originally posted by Robbi Palacios: Note: Sun is offering a free re-take for the exam if you purchase a voucher http://www.sun.com/training/index.xml?printFriendly=true So buy it now while the re take is still available this will lessen your fears on pursuing SCJP 1.5.
Is SCJP 1.5 contains short answer also or only multiple choice .
Thanks for your great help.
According to the book by K&B the exam is in Multiple Choice and Drag and Drop Format. For best advise consult the Java Ranch Faq http://faq.javaranch.com/view?ScjpFaq .
hi trisha, Thanks trisha,i am also very confused about taking 1.4 or 5. i think you solved my confusion ,i was about to post the same question.i will better take 1.5 now ,thanks guys for your suggessions.take care,bye
Uhmmmm... Darn... I should have known this earlier! What do you think are the chances(percentage) if I didn't buy any study guide book and just took the exam? I'm out of budget, but if I knew this earlier I would've taken it anyway...
Originally posted by Timothy Sam: Uhmmmm... Darn... I should have known this earlier! What do you think are the chances(percentage) if I didn't buy any study guide book and just took the exam? I'm out of budget, but if I knew this earlier I would've taken it anyway...
If you didn't buy the K&B Book, you should have atleast and idea of your chances by taking the free mock exams available. This will measure your chances of passing the exam.
I was also out of budget before when I ordered the K&B Book (310-055), but i realized if a lot of people come into the exam unprepared and receive failing marks even those with years of experience then i need to prepare well, so I borrowed money and bought the book. After the exam, you will find the book is still useful as a reference based from other professionals.
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