I forgot allmost all about java! Can I still be a java programmer??

Question

So I took a course in java for like two years ago and barely passes it. And have not yet graduated from college, so I'm running out of money to fund my education and I'm considering to just jump right into the market.

And I got a job offer to be a java developer, the company is in the finance sector and it's an entry level, my guess is that they develops and delivers applications to do trading of some kind.

I'm not sure that I can deliver the jobs, because of my insecurity in java and that I've not yet graduated. Should I take the job anyway? I don't have much choice, either working at a restaurant or this java job. What should I do?

Answer 1

Be honest with the company. Say that basically you'll need to spend some time getting back up to speed. If they're happy to have you anyway, then that's fine. If not, then at least you've been honest... the alternative is to go there and fail, leaving an unhappy employer (which is never a nice thing to have in your background).

Answer 2

Off topic, but I say take it. In this economy you take what you can get! Keep in mind that it is entry level, you are expected to make mistakes. Learn from them and take night classes to finish our degree. Working in a restaurant will not help you development career.

Answer 3

I would suggest being forthright with the potential employer, and taking the job if they're willing to give you the shot--and if you're actually interested in the job. The experience will help you later--in both school and the workplace.

That being said, however, honesty is important here. Starting the job with a misunderstanding of expectations is not A Good Thing(tm).