It feels really great to know that there are lots of Developers "kicking it hard" from Nija origins. (am new to this forum)
Kudos to all of "us" actively participating in this forum.

I just recently completed the Sun certified Enterprise Architect (SCEA) certification. I Am wondering if am the first in nigeria.
and also the youngest current age of 20 years.

Result details below.

Customer: Adewale Kassim Shobajo
Testing ID: sr1423995

Test: Sun Certified Enterprise Architect for Java 2 Platform Enterprise Edition Technology Part II (310-061)
Date Taken: 2006-09-26 21:09:40.170
Registration Number: xxxxx
Site: nk20
Grade: P
Score: 88

Comment: This report shows the total points that could have been awarded in each section and the actual amount of points you were awarded. This information is provided in order to give you feedback on your relative strengths on a section basis. The maximum number of points you could have received is 100, minimum to pass is 70.
Class Diagram (44 maximum) ,  36
Component Diagram (44 maximum) ,  40
Sequence/Collaboration Diagrams (12 maximum) ,  12

Congrats! on passing the SCEA exams. However, you're not really a SCEA until you pass the essay exam (part III).

Siju

p.s. I am a Nigerian Sun Certified Enterprise Architect (since 2003) 

SCJP, SCJD, SCWCD, SCBCD, SCEA

yes you have just passed only the first and simplest stage

wale, na wa to you oo
for ur mind , u think say u don achieve something,finish the exam na, then we go know
and why u think say u go be the first to get certified in Nigeria
been ceritified since april.

also it is not just about passing exams. programming is more than that so this is just the begining for you

@Everyone
I have completed all the stages , the objectives (part 1), the project(part 2) and the essay(part 3). I am a FULL SCEA.
The part ii and part iii are marked together (for those that dont understand how the marking is done.).
I just wanted to use this forum to determine how many SCEAs from Nigeria and what they are up to.


@candylips
I totally agree with you that its not about passing exams, the knowledge and practical programming experience is key.
I have about 3years java enterprise development experience. Remember Its also not about HOW LONG but HOW WELL.


@okoroboy
which certification are you referring to?
I am refering to SCEA.
if you were Sun Certified Enterprise Architect SCEA since april then i give u kudos.


@tju38
Wow, you were SCEA certified at 2003.   that sounds really good.
Why does something tell me your not based in Nigeria even though you are Nigerian (just a question).
I would really love to rub minds with you. Would you mind sharing your experience, background etc
I would really appreciate it.
my email is wale [at] shobajo [dot] com
if you prefer that medium.
Thanks.


wale
SCJP, SCWCD, SCBCD, SCEA.

Good for you. what books did you use to prepare for the exam. i might give it a shot as well

hi all,pls who could give me a detailed guide on writing SCJP,and also the current exam fee.i'll appreciate.thanks

@candylips

I read many books
But I found this book "Sun Certified Enterprise Architect for J2EE Technology Mark Cade, Simon Roberts"
as the most valuable. Its straight to point and doesnt bore you with too much details.
For Part 1 you would require appropriate knowledge of J2EE design patterns (pros and cons),UML, EJB (not in details like the SCBCD exam)
and some general sense of Software Architecture.

Part 2(The Project) is entirely a different ball game , some degree of experience in designing J2EE application is essential else it would take too long to complete the Project. You required to produce "Class Diagrams", "Component Diagrams" and "Sequence Diagrams". Once you know what goes into what diagram, you would be fine.
I would suggest you join the SCEA group at www.javaranch.com to get a feel of how others have approached the project.

Part3(the essay) ask generic questions on enterprise development as it relates to the Project



@chydon
Basically you should be familiar with the syllabus depending on the version of exam you want to write SCJP 1.4, or SCJP5.0.
If your not familiar with the syllabus visit http://www.sun.com/training/certification/java/scjp.xml for more info.
There are books on both. Personally i used "Java 2 Certification Study Guide by Sybex" for SCJP1.4.
The current cost of the exam is about N26K or more depending on the center.


wale.

ok thanks for that so are you working with the certificate now

Hello All,

Is there really much market for Java Programmers in Nigeria ?

congrats wale on ur attainment of the SCEA certification.

it is really good u got that behind u, most of us are battling with other thing and also having certifications in mind.to

i want to ask the essay exam where did u write it?

was it here in nigeria or did have to travel out.

All the best.

congrats wale on your attainment of the SCEA certification.

it is really good u got that behind u, most of us are battling with other thing and also having certifications in mind.to

i want to ask the essay exam where did u write it?

was it here in nigeria or did have to travel out.

All the best.

Theres a Company hiring Enterprise Architects, anyone whose interested should pls call 0808-395-7672.

Thats some acheivement wale. Congrats