> > I dunno Ken - I always make 'An Introduction to Database Systems' by C.J. Date required reading for any new hire.
> >
> > If they can't answer my questions about the contents of the book, after some time, they aren't in my shop.
> >
> > Regards [Bill]
>
>
> So what you're saying is that all the magic of the world, in this case, the entirety of database paradigms, can be contained in the pages of a book? I did not know that.

and it shows.
Get the book, read it, and come back at me later - let's talk a bit more.
>
> So this means - a hiree prospect - with few to no skills - can, as long as they can answer the questions on the "good" book, can get a job from you?
>
> Hmmmm ... Do you employ Cockatiels?:-)

No, its not the concept of 'get a job from me' . And since I don't find seasoned veterans that are available, I hire recent college grads with a degree in CS and that one semester of db theory.

It's the concept of 'stay on the job' after the trial period.

For most, it's a paradigm shift into the realm of how RDBMS are SUPPOSED to work, and from my perspective, become more productive as a database developer in MY shop.

For the rest, they are looking for work after failing to make the paradigm shift.

Again - are you trying to pick a fight?
I'm not one to bring things to YOUR attention, Terry, as it serves ME no purpose. You have proven (at least to me) that if it's not something you've learned on your own, you're just not interested.

I'd appreciate it if we don't cross each other's path in the future, OK?
Can Can?

Regards [Bill]


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