I would suggest to everyone wanting to upgrade their skills; write a list of things you would like to learn: For example, for me:

Network programming in c#
creating windows drivers
multi-threaded programming
mobile app development in java

Also, make sure you get certified in something. This will definitely help.

My experience in the corporate world of information technology, was not a favorable one. In some instances, I did learn what I had to learn but at the same time, I was given unfair treatment when it came to training me on new technologies,etc. So, in the end, I had to train myself. My former boss, was really unforgiving when it came to anything and he would not let me have access to pertinent things that I should've had access to, in order to complete my job. I felt isolated because I did not ha… Continue