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Okay im currently on a degree (Bsc Hons) course for Applied Computing, going into second year (of 4)

I am wondering whether now is the time to be thinking about certifications and stuff? I am definitely wanting to work in IT after graduation.

Any reccomendations if so? And tips on how to get into the industry?
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I would get the certifiably awesome certification. It's helped me a lot in life.
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Wouldn't this advice depend on your location? Reveal that information to us. I'm guessing by your hair color and sun-exposure level that you're Canadian or Alaskan.

Edit: on the other hand, the lipstick makes me think you must be some kind of english dandy.
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Okay, serious answer: just show up for the interview dressed to kill: http://www.zazzle.com/janitor_comput...16259722072332
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On a serious note, im from the UK.
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If you could get a certifiably awesome certification, that would be nice. If you're getting a degree, why do you need a certification? I do not understand the IT world.
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Certifications?

Okay im currently on a degree (Bsc Hons) course for Applied Computing, going into second year (of 4)

I am wondering whether now is the time to be thinking about certifications and stuff? I am definitely wanting to work in IT after graduation.

Any reccomendations if so? And tips on how to get into the industry?
Decide which industry you want to work , like netwroking , then go for CCNA,CCIE , database go for SAP,Oracle ,
In general a java/.net certification can also help.

Try to do your final year project assignment from a reputed company or choose some project assignment which has got some value in IT industry.

You can also start working as a part time freelance programmer which will give you real time coding experience, you can PM me if you have got more specific questions.
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thanks, itHelp for posting a constructive post.

If you're getting a degree, why do you need a certification?
to get a job.....?

Im good at Java (J2SE and J2EE), and linux...
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Java? What? Are you going into software development or IT?
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