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Comment on Assigning the Exam Attempt for the Java Certification Online – 2024 Edition (part 2) by Jeanne Boyarsky

Jeanne Boyarsky — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 23:55:44 +0000

In reply to Robert Soto. Fixed. Thanks!

Comment on Assigning the Exam Attempt for the Java Certification Online – 2024 Edition (part 2) by Robert Soto

Robert Soto — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:39:29 +0000

The link at the end of the sentence “Now that you have an attempt, you can schedule your exam. See Scheduling the exam” needs some TLC (it goes to a page not found).

Comment on More important skills/traits in becoming a computer programmer by tamanna

tamanna — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:01:21 +0000

This is a thoughtful and very relatable breakdown of what really matters in becoming a successful programmer. I especially appreciate how you connect persistence, problem solving, and attention to detail to real-world examples—both in software development and outside of it. The AI perspective adds an interesting layer, showing that these human skills are becoming even more important as tools handle more of the syntax-heavy work. The example about case sensitivity perfectly illustrates how attention to detail can make or break a solution, even for experienced professionals. Overall, this post does a great job of reinforcing that strong programming skills aren’t just about knowing a language, but about how you think, learn, and approach problems over time.

Comment on sybex’s new test bank website by Jeanne Boyarsky

Jeanne Boyarsky — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 03:48:24 +0000

In reply to Georgi. We agree that type of question won't be on the exam. However, it trains you to answer questions that will be. By having to look for compiler errors in extra questions you get more practice. Our goal isn't to simulate the exam. It's to help you pass.

Comment on Scheduling the Java Certification Online – 2024 Edition (part 3) by Georgi

Georgi — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 15:46:28 +0000

OK, I finally found it. I don’t get why Oracle makes things so complicated.

You need to look for “Oracle Technology Exam Subscription”. It’s not the link at the top of the page!

p.s. you may disregard my previous comment.

Comment on sybex’s new test bank website by Georgi

Georgi — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 07:35:36 +0000

I had failed in 2021 and haven’t done much since then, but yesterday I wanted to check what’s your latest book and saw this. I didn’t know of its existence and it would have been of great help back then.

I immediately redeemed the test banks for Java 11 book and started them.

However I noticed your questions are tricky and misleading in a way Oracle has stated they won’t be on the exam. How do I know that?

To give you one example, they clearly stated you won’t be examined on something that the question is not asking, for example there won’t be a compile error on a question about let’s say Streams unless it’s part of the matter.

I see plenty of those types of misleading questions.

Back in 2021 there was a promotion for the 25th anniversary of the language and the Oracle online course was accessible with the promotion. It was explained what kind of questions there will be and what kind there won’t be in this course.

Comment on The October 2025 Toastmasters Pathways Update by Jeanne Boyarsky

Jeanne Boyarsky — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:25:05 +0000

In reply to Susan Brushafer. No problem. Thank you for clarifying!

Comment on The October 2025 Toastmasters Pathways Update by Susan Brushafer

Susan Brushafer — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 23:34:44 +0000

My mistake, Jeanne!

I got so enthused by seeing this chart that I mis-read it. I was looking at the top row across as ‘Levels’ rather than the left column down. I’m sorry for the confusion. It looks just fine.

Susan

Comment on The October 2025 Toastmasters Pathways Update by Jeanne Boyarsky

Jeanne Boyarsky — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 15:51:20 +0000

In reply to Susan Brushafer. Not sure what is missing. (asked Susan by email)

Comment on The October 2025 Toastmasters Pathways Update by Susan Brushafer

Susan Brushafer — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:31:02 +0000

Hi, Jeanne,
I was asking AI Co-Pilot to pull together a document showing the October 2025 enhancements to Pathways. It supplied the above as a reference. You did a nice job creating this. One question: referencing the top chart, do you have one that shows a Level 5 column? If so, may I please have a copy?
Thank you!
Susan Brushafer
VP-Education, Menomonee Falls Toastmasters Club (in Wisconsin)