DDJ, Fall 1999 -- Software Careers


FEATURES

TRENDS IN HIGH-TECH HIRING PRACTICES

by Reginald B. Charney

Where should you focus your career-development efforts? Reg analyzes technical employment listings to find the answer.

THE WALDEN PROGRAMMER ANALYST APTITUDE TEST

by Bruce Winrow

The Programmer Analyst Aptitude Test from Walden Testing has become an essential tool for evaluating high-tech hires.

GAUGING CORPORATE CULTURE

by Greg Scileppi

Sometimes "fitting in" is more important than the money you make. Greg shares hints and tips for determining corporate culture before you sign on to a new job.

CAREERS IN SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION

by Barbara Dijker

Good system administrators, who possess problem solving skills, people skills, and organizational skills, are in demand in the high-tech job marketplace.