munsiem Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 I was wondering if anyone on here has experience in working at a job that requires database development. I just started college a few months ago, but I don't want to graduate green in two years! If anyone could help me out by letting me know what most jobs (or the job you are familiar with) require, that would help me so much. I just want to make sure that I can start learning the skills necessary to help me do well in the years to follow. So far I have been learning Php, and MySql - but am fairly new to it. I am not a beginner programner, but I am by no means a professional. I am working on a few projects such as TexasBankFishing.com and my own portfolio at MikeMunsie.com, but I just want to make sure that on my spare time I am heading into the right direction. If anyone has any suggestions, please feel free to overflow me with what you know. Thanks a lot! Quote Link to comment https://forums.phpfreaks.com/topic/106841-jobs-with-php-and-mysql/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonsjava Posted May 22, 2008 Share Posted May 22, 2008 Lets see. My job requires me to be a linux administrator, broadband technician, DOCSIS knowledgeable, PHP/MySQL guru (got 'em fooled there), have knowledge in streaming media, handling customer issues (if they get elevated that high), public relations with the customers (mainly major companies) and the all-round ability to be a jack of all trades. Most tech jobs require you to wear many hats. Few decent-paying jobs have you doing just one thing. Quote Link to comment https://forums.phpfreaks.com/topic/106841-jobs-with-php-and-mysql/#findComment-547739 Share on other sites More sharing options...
munsiem Posted May 23, 2008 Author Share Posted May 23, 2008 Just what I needed to hear! I was always told that the more you know, the more valuable you become for your company. That's interesting that you have such a wide variety of tasks (technician, programmer, linux admin..). I guess I need to get a head start huh?! Thanks for your input, it really helps. Quote Link to comment https://forums.phpfreaks.com/topic/106841-jobs-with-php-and-mysql/#findComment-547842 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcombs_31 Posted May 23, 2008 Share Posted May 23, 2008 Go to any job board and you will quickly see that is becoming (or has become) the case. You really need a very broad skillset for most IT jobs I see out there now. Quote Link to comment https://forums.phpfreaks.com/topic/106841-jobs-with-php-and-mysql/#findComment-547989 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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