If that worked, then you are pro enough for me!
I'm not a java coder, but I've worked with them for a long time. I'm more systems level. Installation, configuration, maintenance, support, problem analysis. I regularly have to read through java code to figure out what the pro coder did wrong that caused the 3 screen stack trace.
When I need to do something clever myself I will pull out the trusty Python (I just realised how rude that sounds
) and knock together scripts of varying complexity. Quick and dirty for the one-offs, more time, effort and rigour if it will continue to be used in some automated fashion.I'll take enthusiam, talent and results over a fancy certificate any day of the week.
