OCJA vs OCJP

[p manchanda]

Hi,
I am a sophomore student pursuing Btech in computer science. Earlier i was planning to give ocpjp se 6 but after giving a few mock exams, i realize my score is always around the passing point. I have only 6-8 months experience in java. Could someone please suggest me whether i should stick to my plan of give ocpjp se 6 or should I first give Java SE 7 Programmer I exam and then give some more time and give Java SE 7 Programmer II? In other words which is more beneficial to me OCJA or OCJP???

[Jeanne Boyarsky]

Welcome to coderanch! OCAJP 7 isn't widely recognized as a credential on its own. Which means you'd have to take OCPJP 7 after it to be in the same place you are as OCJP 6. Factors to consider:

you may pass the OCJP 6. Many people report scoring higher on the exam than mocks.

You'll probably learn more by taking the Java 7 series of exams.

[Robert James Liguori]

My recommendation would be to start out with what Oracle has laid out for there current Java certification path. And that's starting with OCAJP7.

-- Robert

[p manchanda]

Thanks!!!

[Robert James Liguori]

From my SCJA book in regards to the SCJA which is now the OCAJP 5/6 (1Z0-850) exam:

"We strongly recommend the SCJA certification to the following candidates:
• Entry-level and junior programmers wishing to start and/or continue down the path of using Java technologies.
• Software developers and technical leads wishing to solidify their Java-related skillsets.
• Project and program managers wishing to gain a true perspective of the work and challenge of their teams complementary to their planning and direction.
• Computer Science and information system students wishing to complement their education
• IT job seekers looking for a well-deserved edge
• Certification seekers wishing to round out their resume or curriculum vitae"

In regards to the OCAJP 7 (1Z0-803) exam, it's primarily good for matured programmers & software developers.

Additional reference: https://coderanch.com/how-to/java/OcajpFaq

-- Robert

[Alexis Koalla]

Hello all,
I have successfully taken the OCP Java SE6 last june.
Do I need or is it necessary to take the OCA (old SCJA).
Or Can I just go on with SCJD for next step.
Thanks

Koallec

[K. Tsang]

Alexis Koalla wrote:Hello all,
I have successfully taken the OCP Java SE6 last june.
Do I need or is it necessary to take the OCA (old SCJA).
Or Can I just go on with SCJD for next step.
Thanks

Koallec

If you have SCJP or now OCPJP, you can do SCJD or now OCMJD

[Jhonson Fernando]

Alexis Koalla wrote:Hello all,
I have successfully taken the OCP Java SE6 last june.
Do I need or is it necessary to take the OCA (old SCJA).
Or Can I just go on with SCJD for next step.
Thanks

Koallec

please have look at scjd preparation article or oracle website.