MoeDrippins

My company is CONSIDERING, and by that I mean, asking for opinions about, certifications. Specifically, what certifications if any should be considered for employees. These could be business/domain related, or purely technical.

My company's business is writing software for "large institutions"; which industry isn't relevant for what I'm asking here.

I'm curious as to anyone's thoughts about programming certifications. Are they worthwhile to pursue for existing employees, worthwhile to consider when looking to hire, contra-indicative, something else? All opinions welcome.

A priori thanks.