linux certifications
 

Well guys, I was just wondering that whether is it a good idea to have a linux certification of some kind like "Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)" or is it just a waste of time and money and it has no benifits. What linux GURUS say about this.
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this gets asked quite a lot. have a search
http://www.linuxquestions.org/questions/search.php

In my opinion, certifications are where its at in terms of getting employed. Every interview I've had I've been asked if I have any certifications. Well I don't but I'm planning on getting RedHat certified at some point.

If you have the time and money then go for it!

Also there are a lot of threads on this subject so do a search if you want more opinions.

The pupose of linux certification is to help sell yourself. Some potential employers or customers are impressed by a certificate, others are not.

They are worth while! I am an MCSE, and a Linux+. I am working on my Solaris 9 Sys Admin cert right now ( two tests ).

You really need experience, but when you can put those certs on a resume, they help the potential employer realize that you are serious enough about the product to get certified in it. I realize that some folks give certs a bad name (those paper tigers who just cram, and take the test). All in all, you will always need a good balance of Experience and Certifications. For me, they have been very valuable when it comes to getting a bit extra pay in my salary ;)

Peace...

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