New to Java: How long do you think it will take for me to sit for a Java certification exam?

New to Java: How long do you think it will take for me to sit for a Java certification exam?

I recently started learning Java with Headfirst and its going ok. just wanted to get a feel if reading Headfirst is sufficient to get myself a sun certification?
let me know if i am looking at it the right way.

Thanks,
minionburns

Welcome to the Ranch

I shall move this thread to the certification forum, where you will probably get an answer to your question.

But you are asking the wrong question. It should be: how much work do I have to do to become proficient and how long will that take?

Welcome to the forum, friend!

Reading Heads First is a very good start! However, before sitting for the exam I would recommend some exam-specific readings. When I was preparing for the Programmer Certification, Kathy Sierra's book was very helpful.

It is hard to say how long your preparation will take. It depends on your effort and dedication. I would say a good indication to whether you are ready or not to pass the certification are your mock exam results. Once you start scoring 80-90% on them I would say you are ready...

Good luck!!!

Ronaldo Nazario wrote:Welcome to the forum, friend!

Reading Heads First is a very good start! However, before sitting for the exam I would recommend some exam-specific readings. When I was preparing for the Programmer Certification, Kathy Sierra's book was very helpful.

It is hard to say how long your preparation will take. It depends on your effort and dedication. I would say a good indication to whether you are ready or not to pass the certification are your mock exam results. Once you start scoring 80-90% on them I would say you are ready...

Good luck!!!

Thanks! i think thats what i wanted to hear. i will start my learning now!