Paul, You can usually rely heavily on your former co-workers. Although there are probably some restrictions on what they can share, you can probably get some samples, demos or temporary access to various EDI applications. Even screen shots are helpful. Since you have experience in various EDI projects, you probably have a good knowledge of how some of EDI solutions perform.
Most employers in the EDI industry know that since many translators use proprietary languages, they will have to train new talent. Simply apply for a mapping job that seems to the the right fit. Just let them know you have lots of EDI experience but would need to have a week or 2 of practice before you start so that you can get familiar with the software. I did this with EDS in order get a GXS AI mapping job. I not only learned how to use the translator in a couple of weeks but I also became a technical lead within in a few months. By networking with former colleagues and their connections I think you will find all that you need. You'll be working in no time! Dylan On Fri, Feb 4, 2011 at 3:15 AM, PK <[email protected]> wrote: > > > > > Hi Dylan, > > I have no doubt I can learn to use EDI translators; my previous employers > wouldn't train me as they said that's what the IT department is for! > However, right now I am currently not working and don't have access to > business apps or EDI translators to train myself on. Any advice on how this > can be accomplished? > > I do know basic programming theory; just not the actual coding. I took > Cobol in college but that has long since been forgotten. I am looking to get > a refresher course on the basics and will take your advice on the > programming languages and tutorials. > > By the way, I've seen a few training courses offered by EDI Academy and > 1EDISource. Anyone familiar with these. Would that be something that would > be worth investing in? They are 2 day courses, for about $1,200. > > Thanks again for any input... > > Thanks, > Paul > > --- In [email protected] <EDI-L%40yahoogroups.com>, "pkam74" <pkam74@...> > wrote: > > > > I am looking for suggestions in gaining mapping experience in EDI. I've > managed EDI projects but always had programmers do the mapping/programming. > Most EDI positions these days want someone with hands-on mapping experience. > > > > I have 3 years experience managing EDI projects as the lead business > contact. I can read, analyze, and troubleshoot EDI transactions and have > knowledge of all aspects of EDI Implementations (requirements, comm setup, > testing, troubleshooting, etc). How can I get hands on mapping experience to > complete my skill set? > > > > Below are examples of how I've been involved in EDI Implementations: > > > > - updating/maintaining company EDI implementation guides > > - gathering customer requirements > > - ensuring the business and internal core systems can meet the EDI needs > internally > > - setting up test plans/scenarios to be followed > > - write up of logical mapping from core applications to EDI and vice > versa > > - contact with VAN's to setup communication links: exchanging TP > ID/Qualifier, interconnects, etc > > - entering test data into our internal core apps for end to end testing > in test env > > - managing production cut-over > > - troubleshooting business/technical issues once live > > > > Any help would be very much appreciated. > > > > Thanks > > Paul > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] ------------------------------------ ... Please use the following Message Identifiers as your subject prefix: <SALES>, <JOBS>, <LIST>, <TECH>, <MISC>, <EVENT>, <OFF-TOPIC> Job postings are welcome, but for job postings or requests for work: <JOBS> IS REQUIRED in the subject line as a prefix.Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/EDI-L/ <*> Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional <*> To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/EDI-L/join (Yahoo! ID required) <*> To change settings via email: [email protected] [email protected] <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [email protected] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
