After VBA - JAVA or .NET

[somnath_it2006]

I am so sorry, I really don’t know where I have to put this question…

I am working as Application Developer for VBA and VB Script.
I have 2 yrs Experience in this platform.
Presently I am Working in a Small IT Development Center.

To Develop my Skills, to enter in some named concern how can I develop myself.

Which platform is better for me, JAVA or .NET (As per career prospectus).

I have knowledge of C, C++, VC++, Oracle but don’t have any experience.

please, I am waiting for your valuable advice.

 

[RoryA]

That depends entirely on what you want to do and where you want to work. If you plan to work with MSOffice, I would say .Net.

 

[Easy-XL Support]

It's almost impossible to avoid Visual Studio .NET if you're developing for the Windows desktop.

 

[Norie]

Somnath

I agree with Rory - this is an almost impossible question to answer, especially without more information.

Probably the most important factor is what you are trying to do.

I don't think Java is the way to go, and I'm confused why you've mentioned 3 different versions of C.

PS You are missing at least one there - C#, might be others.

 

[aiwnjoo]

C++ / VC++ - Same thing, you won't need this unless your developing games or windows applications.

Totally depends on the job you want to do.

 

[SydneyGeek]

One advantage of .NET is that you shouldn't be *too* lost because VB.NET at least has a similar syntax to VBA, even if the language is diverging and picking up new features.
You can also use C# in .NET, and in many cases it seems to be the preferred language.

If you go this way, pick up one of the free Express versions to get you started.

Denis

 

[somnath_it2006]

Thank you very much..

You all have given very helpful information.

Thank You............