Ever since its successful inception on 23rd May 1995, Java has stolen the hearts of many programmers and developers across the globe. Its creator James Gosling wanted to create a simple yet robust and multi-faceted version of C++, but Java proved to be capable of a lot more!

This May, when Java is turning 25, let us explore the reasons why Java always stays in the list of top 3 ever demanded IT skills, despite the entry of a countless number of programming languages and technologies that are very latest than Java.

Ocean of Possibilities:

With Java, a programmer can develop any sort of application. Ranging from small web applications to the latest Data Science applications, Java has the capability to serve the needs of development and design of any sort of web application.

Java’s “Write Once Run Anywhere” (WORA) feature has made it compatible with android development, natural language processing and software tools such as Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, and NetBeans IDE. This is one of the reasons why Java became a much sought after platform by industry giants in retail, banking, and business.

Treasure of OOPs Features:

Object-oriented programming (OOP), in itself, is a boon for programmers. It offers modularity, code reusability and simpler code maintenance besides boosting the speed of the program.

Java, in addition to the other features of OOP such as abstraction, encapsulation, polymorphism, and inheritance, offers design patterns and enhanced programming practices. Besides, the code developed in Java is robust and platform independent.

Beginner Friendly Language:

Java is learner friendly. Learning Java technology mainly includes two paths — learning Core Java and then, mastering Advanced Java. It is easy to find useful resources for learning Java both online and offline.

Also, many groups and forums do exist for Java and it has the best of the industry community support. Java documentation is also beginner friendly and serves as a ready reckoner in case if a programmer is stuck during coding.

Rewarding Career Opportunities:

Learning Java implies an assured career for an enthusiast who aspires to make a career in software programming. Java has been in use across many domains including the latest rockstars of the IT industry — Internet of Things (IoT), Machine Learning and Data Science.

Another attraction with Java is its Micro Edition (ME), a proven and reliable for design and development of Internet of Things (IoT) based applications too.

Companies, too, are preferring professionals with Java knowledge for filling the openings in these domains. This is because Java can work in the place of Scala, which is a must and many programmers find it not comfortable to work with it.

Also, for a Java professional, learning Hadoop and Hive are easier. Note that these two are much-needed technologies for grid computing and machine learning.

Rich API and Package of Powerful Development Tools

Java’s Application Programming Interface (API) is rich and huge. There are hundreds of methods in Java API, that come handy for a programmer to solve any real time programming challenge. They serve every purpose — right from parsing XML to the usage of open source libraries such as Google Guava, Gson, Apache POI or Apache Commons, too.

Java also includes many automation tools, editor and debugger. Java IDEs NetBeans and Eclipse and tools such as Maven and ANT for building Java applications are quite popular among developers.

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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is a premier government based recruiting authority in India. It fills various key posts of Indian bureaucracy, such as Indian Administrative Services (IAS), Indian Police Services (IPS), Indian Foreign Services (IFS), Indian Revenue Services (IRS) and 24 such highly reputed and powerful services that offer an immense potential to serve the nation. UPSC also advertises for filling of many other vacancies across various organizations and companies that are under Indian Government too. UPSC, hence, is considered as the Mother of All Jobs in India.

However, the word UPSC exam is synonymous with Grade-A and Grade-B services, such as IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, Railways, Postal Services, and others. It is no wonder that despite the existing craze for IT, Software and other private jobs in India, toppers of many entrance exams such as IIT/JEE or NEET often express that their ultimate goal is to crack UPSC exam and serve the nation. The trend that many software employees quitting their jobs to find the ultimate satisfaction in serving the nation and turning into UPSC aspirants is also increasing year after year.

Why UPSC Exams Are Tough?

UPSC exams are well renowned for their toughness. In fact, some of the aspirants and experts also opine that they are probably the toughest in India. Why? There are many reasons for this ‘tough’ label:

The Pattern

UPSC is not just a single stage exam. It has three phases: Prelims, Mains and Board interview. Each phase needs intense preparation form candidate’s side and is definitely a luck-tester for every candidate. There are multiple stories of UPSC aspirants who have successfully cleared prelims, but lost in mains, or who have cleared both prelims and mains but faced bad luck in the personal interview. It means candidates require thorough preparation and guidance for every stage.

The Syllabus

Many exams in India have a predefined set of a syllabus that is confined only to certain subjects. UPSC is all in contrast with this style. It contains various subjects that are independent of each other.

Prelims Paper-I mainly focuses on General Studies which comprises Indian History, Indian and World Geography, Indian Polity and Governance, Economic and Social Development and Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change.

Prelims paper-II focuses exclusively on verbal ability and reasoning of the candidate, besides testing the numerical ability and quantitative aptitude.

Once candidates successfully clear prelims, they become eligible to appear for Mains, which has 9 papers in total.

Paper — I: Essay writing

Paper — II: General Studies — I (Indian Heritage & Culture, History & Geography of the World & Society)

Paper — III: General Studies — II (Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice & International Relations)

Paper — IV: General Studies — III (Technology, Economic Development, Biodiversity, Security & Disaster Management)

Paper — V: General Studies — IV (Ethics, Integrity & Aptitude)

Paper — VI: Optional Subject — Paper I

Paper — VII Optional Subject — Paper II

In case of Optionals, candidates can choose from Optional Subjects list such as Chemistry, Physics, Geography, History, and languages such as Hindi, Urdu, Telugu, Assamese. For the full list of Optional subjects, candidates are advised to check the UPSC website.

The rest two papers are qualifying papers and includes one Indian language paper and English paper.

If candidates clear both prelims and Mains, then they would have to appear for a board interview, which would test various aspects of candidate’s personality and attitude, including self-confidence, effective communication, grasp on national and international affairs, etc.

Tips to prepare for UPSC Exams

Out of lakhs of candidates who apply for UPSC exams every year, roughly only 800–900 candidates can make through it successfully. This shows how planned the exam preparation strategy should be for a UPSC aspirant. The following tips would help UPSC aspirants in confidently appearing for UPSC exams:

• Set your goal; be clear on which stream of UPSC you are aiming for.
• Start preparation at least for 8–10 months ahead of the exam dates.
• Get guidance from reputed trainers.
• Prepare two subjects intensely per day.
• Have proper time management.
• Leave enough time for revision.
• Stay in regular touch with current affairs.
• Prepare your own notes after referring to standard sources; this helps a lot during revision.
• Examine the previous questions papers and understand how the questions are being asked.
• Get your doubts clarified from experts.
• Learn stress management and stay relaxed.

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All the best for your UPSC preparation!

The metamorphosis of social media from a photo-sharing platform to an impact making one on various aspects of society is worth mentioning. Today, social media is a powerful channel to catch the pulse of customers and increase online sales. Businesses are ready to expend millions of dollars to expand their social media presence and thus boost their social media sales.

The definition of marketing changed long back — it’s no longer in cold calling or door to door marketing. In this social media age, it is all about promoting business and engaging the audience into the product. Statistics reveal that there are 3.010 billion internet users across the world and global internet penetration is 42%. In the USA alone, this is 84.2%. These figures reveal the necessity of going online for a business and engaging audience into their products.

Marketing is no longer about the stuff that you make, but about the stories that you tell. — Seth Godin

Here are eight sure shot ways of increasing your online sales using social media.

Stay on the Right Platform

There are various types of social media: publishing and blogging networks such as WordPress and Tumblr, media sharing platforms such as Instagram and SnapChat, discussion forums such as Quora and Digg, social networks such as Facebook and LinkedIn.

Understand that B2B and B2C businesses need different kind of platforms. In case of further help, you can take guidance from many online resources available too.

Promote Your Brand as Much as You Can

In the field of business, it is often said — it is not the best business that wins, it is the best-promoted business. Promote your business as much as you can on all the relevant social media channels. Be honest and do not go overboard or make fake promises or display fake statistics. Accept your business and its level as it is and take it into the customers.

Let customers know that you are on social media. Add your social media buttons on the email signatures, newsletters, and blog posts that you share.

People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it. — Simon Sinek

Build a Cross-Platform Strategy

When working on promotional content or ideas for boosting your online sales, make sure that your strategy matches the tone of the audience on the corresponding platform. Make sure you can tweak the promotional stuff easily so that it is multi-platform compatible. This reduces your costs and also drives the point to a wide range of customers.

Simplify Purchase Process Through Social Media

Customers prefer a quick and easy process for purchase, payments and checkout. Simplify the purchase process through your social media. Once your customer liked or shared a product, do not expect them to go through your buying process from scratch by visiting your website. Add a “Buy Now” button and make life simple for them. This way chances of losing your online sales would be minimal.

Grab Customers Emotions

The secret in increasing your online sales is tuning your products in line with customers’ emotions. Netizens respond well for emotions such as awe, amusement, laughter, and empathy. If you can capture these emotions and engage the audience into your business concept, you are more than halfway through in increasing your social media sales.

Content is the king, but engagement is the queen and the lady rules the house. — Mari Smith

Announce Flash Sales

Hefty discounts have that magnetic pull to attract customers towards buying your products. Surveys proved that customers tend to buy products online when they find a deal or discount on them, even if they don’t need the product.

Ditch the regular strategy of announcing sales during seasons — every online seller does this to promote sales. Instead, grab the attention of your social media users through flash sales valid for one to two days. Create a sense of urgency and stock shortage and entice them into buying. At the same time, be ready to handle increased traffic to your website and make arrangements to make shipping and delivery without causing dissatisfaction for the customers.

Show Your Customers You Care

Let your customers know that you care for them. Establish strong customer support and give assurance to your customers that their grievances are handled well. Word of mouth strategy is key for a business and its sales, especially on social media. Any bad feedback that is left unattended could do more harm to your social identity and thus to the overall business too.

A survey done by Sales Force revealed that 78% of consumers admitted that they have given up an intended transaction just owing to sub-par customer service.

Also, monitor online reviews and feedback on your products as they impact potential customers and play a big role in their decision making about purchases.

Your most unhappy customers are your greatest source of learning. — Bill Gates.

Encourage Customers to Participate

Involve your customers into your online sales strategy. Encourage them to share their pictures and experiences with your products. Showcase these on your social media and website and let your new users and customers know how happy your old customers are in love with your products and services.

One customer, well taken care of, could be more valuable than the 10,000$ worth of advertising. — Jim Rohn

Organize contests and encourage the participation of your customers. Reward actively participating customers with discount coupons, cashback, and other offers. Request your customers to re-share the posts and re-tweet your messages. Using existing customers on social media is the best way to spread your social media base and reach out to more audience.

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Born from an idea to reduce “donkey work”, Mulesoft achieved its goal just perfectly. The company’s AnyPoint Platform is currently the world’s largest integration platform that lets customers re-architect their SOA infrastructure from current platforms on to SaaS-based ones — irrespective of whether it is a public or private cloud — and adopt other cloud-related technologies with ease.

Currently, industry giants such as Siemens, Splunk, Unilever, Fortune1000, etc. are happy customers of Mulesoft. In 2018, Salesforce acquired Mulesoft and Mule ESB is now the de facto choice for new integration needs for many companies.

Mulesoft hence offers a promising career to enthusiastic software developers. Here is a compilation of queries that most beginners come across while planning to begin their career in Mulesoft.

I am a beginner in programming. What technologies and other software should I know to learn Mulesoft?

You can learn Mulesoft with comfort if you are familiar or have a basic understanding of the following:

• Object-oriented programming language: C++ or Java
• Data formats: XML, CSV, JSON
• Integration technologies: SOAP, REST, HTTP, and JDBC.

If you are new to these, do not worry! There are plenty of resources and free online tutorials to help you learn and gain confidence in these technologies.

I do not know Java. Can I learn Mulesoft?

Yes, you can. Mule supports various scripts. You can learn Mule ESB if you have a basic understanding of OOPS and any of the scripts such as Java, Python, Ruby or Groovy.

What is my career path if I start with Mulesoft?

Once you gain confidence in Mulesoft, you can start your programming career as a developer and grow towards Architect, step by step with time and experience.

You can also focus on certifications: Mule Soft Certified Developer and MuleSoft Certified Architect, to move ahead in your career.

The pay packages for Mulesoft professionals are quite attractive. According to Neuvoo, in the USA, the beginner in Mulesoft makes around $91,800 per year while experienced workers make up to $175,500 per year.

What makes Mulesoft attractive for industry needs?

• Excellent connectivity: Developers can connect applications to Twitter, SAP, Oracle, Facebook and any other platform with swift and ease.
• Lightweight: It is possible to create light-weighted apps with Mule as it allows to eliminate all the unwanted modules very easily.
• Developer friendly: Developers from any software background can use its vast tool library designed to support a variety of programming languages.

Where can you learn Mulesoft online for free?

TutorialsPoint — a pioneer in offering online free tutorials — is your comprehensive source for learning Mulesoft. The website offers free tutorials and tools for learning Mulesoft. With the help of their tutorials on Mulesoft, Java, XML, and other required technologies and online free coding platform CodingGround, you can learn the theory and practice the coding simultaneously and master Mulesoft in no time! Because at TutorialsPoint, the focus is always on offering simply easy learning for learners!

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Cloud Computing Job Market and Azure

The cloud computing business is estimated to touch $300 billion by 2021. Indeed, one of the leading job portals observed that the job searches for ‘cloud computing’ and ‘Azure’, ‘AWS’, or ‘Google Cloud’ increased by as much as 223% in the past three years.

Microsoft Azure, released in 2010, is one of the top-5 cloud computing services that are in demand in the market and highly preferred by companies. According to the McAfee Custom Applications and IaaS Trends Report, Amazon is the leading provider of public cloud infrastructure, while Azure is gaining popularity in application workload and has 29.4% of the market share as of 2018. In the job listings in the cloud domain, Azure ranks second with 16% of the overall jobs. Google Cloud ranks first with a share of 66%, while AWS is in the third position with 6% of total openings.

Your Azure Journey — Where to Begin?

While the whole picture for Azure looks positive for a cloud job aspirant, choosing the perfect Azure cloud service to begin the career, can be tricky. To be precise, there are more than 700 Azure cloud services that are currently available. However, for starters, the following 7 can make a good beginning:

1. App Service
2. Virtual Machine
3. DevOps project
4. Azure Backup
5. Azure CosmosDB
6. Azure Active Directory
7. Azure Kubernetes Service

Azure has tremendous job potential in the coming future. Industry experts also agree that currently there is a paucity for Azure specialists.

Who can learn Azure?

Any enthusiast who wishes to start a career in cloud computing can learn Azure with ease. It would be beneficial if the learner has an understanding of web development using .NET, PHP, Python, and Ruby.

As Azure is all about your network in someone else’s premises, knowledge of networking and infrastructure concepts would help.

DevOps engineers, network engineers, solution architects, network administrators, and server engineers can master Azure comfortably.

What’s next?

After gaining mastery in Azure, one can opt for gaining a professional certification — Microsoft Azure Certification, offered by Microsoft.

TutorialsPoint — The Only Destination for IT Learning

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Enhancing the skill set is the need of the hour now! Be it a student or an employee, being content with skillset means going on to the verge of being replaced soon with someone more competent with the bunch of latest skills.
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