Re: Training/Education - was PostgreSQL: The Gameplan for world domination

Guys,

> > I was wondering what if there is a online test somewhere in
> > postgresql.org? Something along the lines of
> > http://www.mysql.com/certification/selftest/core/index.php
>
> [snip description]
>
> > Not sure if it's worth it though I just had an idea...
>
> One interesting point - I discovered some time back that a college in the
> USA had used part of my PG Notes in their course (all properly attributed
> etc). I think the reason was there was a sample schema with a perl script
> to generate sample data.
>
> A set of exercises/tutorials structured similar to a university DB course
> might get widespread exposure (lecturers being as busy as the rest of us).

Postgresql Inc. is working on a certification exam for PostgreSQL admins.  I
helped test it.   I think what's holding them up from releasing it (and I
think it will involve a fee) is being behind on developing training
materials.

--
Josh Berkus
Aglio Database Solutions
San Francisco