Hi Kaustubh,
Thanks for your response !
1. Basically, i had pursued a course on Software development like Java / .Net in 2011, but now at this point of time, as i am looking for a shift from IT Support to technology domain, i will be looking forward for Testing domain, be it Software testing, Protocol Testing or product testing like wise.
I am interested in Automation, automation related testing, but at the same time i am also unaware of other testing domains. If that is the case, in testing field which kind of testing will have good scope as a whole and also for my present situation.
2. On work timings, I can talk to my managers, on change in timings or little adjustments, but this will not keep for long and IT support industry demands Server Administrators to work in timings when client is on production time. I am looking for a permanent resolution, so i am looking for testing field.
3. Regarding VLSI , i had been to couple of prestigious VLSI training centers in the City. They told , as i am 2010 pass out, its difficult to get placements as Core companies come with Percentage cutoff and year of pass out eligibility criteria, i am not sure whether they consider 2 years IT Infrastructure Support experience as an experience candidate. Also that seems that the classes are also designed in such a way that it can be attended by only fresh graduates, who are free out of college searching for jobs. Class timings are from 9 AM to 6 PM (Full Time courses) , there are no batches for part time. But since my interests go in vain due to eligibility criteria from Core Companies, i have to look for Testing field options.. I am actually hanging between VLSI and Testing.
4. And one query on Testing , is that Testing and QA , one and the same , or is there any difference between the two, Can you pls clarify...
Thank you
Regards,
Karthik
Kaustubh Katdare
#-Link-Snipped-# - It's good that you've described your situation in detail. It's not very common for people to do that.
It appears that your main reasons to look for a new job are -
- Health and work-life balance issue
- Switch from IT Support to technology domain
It also is clear that you are more inclined towards software development over other domains available to you. We've no idea about your skill-set in the technical domain; cloud computing is such a vast domain with so many competing technologies and therefore it's difficult to make recommendations about any specific path you might want to take.
Choosing between VLSI or Software Testing doesn't look like the right thing to do. If you've had interest in software development, you're likely to get bored into QA. Though VLSI is closer to your basic engineering study; it's a completely new domain.
I think your options are as follows:-
1. Look for a job in the cloud domain technologies that you are familiar with. If possible, use the IT support experience. It's not very late to start as a fresher. It may mean lesser salary in the first phase; but because you're prepared to put in efforts; you'd better put them in your new job for quicker growth.
2. If you are neutral to technical domain and think that QA or VLSI can be your domain; then all you need to find out if there's a good course available. However, please ensure that the institute you join has a record of placements. I'd strongly recommend that you should look for part-time course if that's manageable.
3. If your job is taking a toll on your health; you should immediately talk to your immediate managers or leaders in the company. If smaller adjustments can help you fix the issue; you'll be better equipped to handle the above two options. Keep in mind - unless you're in the best of your health and have your energy levels high - no other option makes any sense.
I hope this helps. If you have more questions; feel free to ask them below. Stay around and make yourself familiar with CrazyEngineers.
Kaustubh Katdare
#-Link-Snipped-# - It's good that you've described your situation in detail. It's not very common for people to do that.
It appears that your main reasons to look for a new job are -
- Health and work-life balance issue
- Switch from IT Support to technology domain
It also is clear that you are more inclined towards software development over other domains available to you. We've no idea about your skill-set in the technical domain; cloud computing is such a vast domain with so many competing technologies and therefore it's difficult to make recommendations about any specific path you might want to take.
Choosing between VLSI or Software Testing doesn't look like the right thing to do. If you've had interest in software development, you're likely to get bored into QA. Though VLSI is closer to your basic engineering study; it's a completely new domain.
I think your options are as follows:-
1. Look for a job in the cloud domain technologies that you are familiar with. If possible, use the IT support experience. It's not very late to start as a fresher. It may mean lesser salary in the first phase; but because you're prepared to put in efforts; you'd better put them in your new job for quicker growth.
2. If you are neutral to technical domain and think that QA or VLSI can be your domain; then all you need to find out if there's a good course available. However, please ensure that the institute you join has a record of placements. I'd strongly recommend that you should look for part-time course if that's manageable.
3. If your job is taking a toll on your health; you should immediately talk to your immediate managers or leaders in the company. If smaller adjustments can help you fix the issue; you'll be better equipped to handle the above two options. Keep in mind - unless you're in the best of your health and have your energy levels high - no other option makes any sense.
I hope this helps. If you have more questions; feel free to ask them below. Stay around and make yourself familiar with CrazyEngineers.
Kaustubh Katdare
#-Link-Snipped-# - It's good that you've described your situation in detail. It's not very common for people to do that.
It appears that your main reasons to look for a new job are -
- Health and work-life balance issue
- Switch from IT Support to technology domain
It also is clear that you are more inclined towards software development over other domains available to you. We've no idea about your skill-set in the technical domain; cloud computing is such a vast domain with so many competing technologies and therefore it's difficult to make recommendations about any specific path you might want to take.
Choosing between VLSI or Software Testing doesn't look like the right thing to do. If you've had interest in software development, you're likely to get bored into QA. Though VLSI is closer to your basic engineering study; it's a completely new domain.
I think your options are as follows:-
1. Look for a job in the cloud domain technologies that you are familiar with. If possible, use the IT support experience. It's not very late to start as a fresher. It may mean lesser salary in the first phase; but because you're prepared to put in efforts; you'd better put them in your new job for quicker growth.
2. If you are neutral to technical domain and think that QA or VLSI can be your domain; then all you need to find out if there's a good course available. However, please ensure that the institute you join has a record of placements. I'd strongly recommend that you should look for part-time course if that's manageable.
3. If your job is taking a toll on your health; you should immediately talk to your immediate managers or leaders in the company. If smaller adjustments can help you fix the issue; you'll be better equipped to handle the above two options. Keep in mind - unless you're in the best of your health and have your energy levels high - no other option makes any sense.
I hope this helps. If you have more questions; feel free to ask them below. Stay around and make yourself familiar with CrazyEngineers.
