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Linton's North American Training and Development Resource Center
A database of training suppliers that also groups consultants by primary expertise. You can search through 4,000 names--and you can be fairly sure that the names you come up with are legitimate. Linton's requires a screening application and a fee from each vendor so that they know that the trainers are actually trainers. The site also lists upcoming shows, conferences, and seminars, as well as trade associations.

Independent training organizations can give you a broader and more neutral look at the technology you need to know than vendors. Here's how to find them.

Computer Training Network
This worldwide listing of computer training companies, trainers, and jobs is maintained by volunteers. The training resources page features tutorials and popular shareware/freeware Web editing tools.
Linton's North American Training and Development Resource Center
A database of training suppliers that also groups consultants by primary expertise. The site lists upcoming shows, conferences, and seminars, as well as trade associations.
Train.net
A one-stop resource with three points of entry for computer professionals, corporate training departments and training companies. Features include course and training provider searches, industry articles, "Training Talk" forums, and an online marketplace.
American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)
The ASTD site includes a Technical Training Marketplace of suppliers and vendors.
Information Technology Training Association
Find a member training center at the ITTA, a trade association for professionals and companies involved in the IT training industry.
Executrain Site Locator
Executrain has 200 training offices nationwide. Find the one closest to you.
LookSmart
This general-interest Web directory lists a surprising abundance of training firms.

Specialized training for IT professionals looking to add project-management skills to their portfolios.

Project Management Alliance
Perhaps the premier organization for project management professionals, the institute sponsors seminars, education, and certification.
Keller Graduate School of Management
If project management is your life, Keller, with 25 campuses across the country, can help you get graduate degrees in the field. If it's only an interest, Keller can still help you with online courses.
Productivity Point International
In addition to project management, this company offers 700 technical training courses via conventional classes and Web-based training.
Knowledge Alliance
Knowledge Alliance holds classes that teach a number of different knowledge management applications.

Technology certification can qualify you for better jobs. Vendor Web sites are the best places to start, referring you to authorized training centers, selling courseware online or, in some cases, even providing free, Web-based lessons.

Want to master a new language without cracking the books? Here are tutorials for beginners and experts.

Mining Company C/C++ Guide
rounds up online tutorials, saying that the taco and salsa analogies of From The Ground Up: A Guide To C++
can help a novice understand important topics such as object-oriented design.
Introduction to C Programming
contains examples and explanations for the beginning C programmer.
Java Programming Tutorials
includes an Introduction to Java Programming with review questions that reinforce each lesson.
Java By Example
part of Developer.com's Online Developer's Library, offers helpful review exercises.
Chris & Tim's VB Programming Resources
includes tutorials for Visual Basic 3.0 and 4.0 as well as tips on writing Dynamic Link Libraries.
JavaScript for the Total Non-Programmer
promises you will "make your Web page 'smarter.'"
Doc JavaScript
administers a biweekly dose of JavaScript know-how.
Far More Than Everything You've Ever Wanted to Know About Perl
includes everything from helpul Usenet postings to FAQs to in-depth tutorials.

Landing the right job isn't always easy even when you've been around the job market a few times. These resources can help you if you haven't.

Skills 2000 Aptitude Test
Helps you make sure you're toiling in the right field.
IT Organizations
Industry groups can be one of the best ways to navigate a confusing job market.
StudentCenter.com
Tips on resumes, interviews, and more for the graduating student.
Tripod's Internship Center
Sometimes it makes sense to dip your toes in a market before diving in.
College Grad Job Hunter
Find a job with resources aimed at the new college grad.
Getting Past Go
Stay wired after graduation.

If you've decided that a degree is the best way up the career ladder, here are a few places to grab that first rung.

OnlineLearning.net
OnlineLearning.net helps IT people go back to school UCLA online extension courses from UCLA in information systems, programming, and general computing. There are no set class times, and clothing is optional.
Gradschools.com
This directory of graduate programs lets you select from a list of subjects, including computer science and information systems. Choose a geographic location by clicking on a map.
College Board Online College Search
The folks responsible for the bane of your high school existence, the SAT, make it up to you with a tremendously useful tool for finding a college or university that offers exactly the program you want.
Petersons.com
Peterson's is notable for the number of educational avenues you can follow--undergraduate study, graduate programs, distance learning, and more. Use a keyword search to scan program descriptions for what's important to you.

By Kathleen Sands, NetGuide

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