By: Mahmoud Darwish
It has been a long time — years, actually — since I last posted here on OraDiscuss. Life, work, and everything in between took over. But I’m back, and I couldn’t think of a better way to re-launch this journey than by sharing a major professional milestone: I’ve officially joined the Oracle ACE program as an ACE Apprentice!
What Actually is an Oracle ACE?
Think of it as a “thank you” from Oracle to people who help others figure out their tech. It’s not just about what you know; it’s about how much you’re willing to share.
I used to think you had to be a “wizard” with 30 years of experience to join, but the program is actually designed to support you at every stage of your career.
The 4 Levels of the ACE Journey
- ACE Apprentice — This is my current home. For those getting back into the swing of things, starting to blog, and showing passion for the tech.
- ACE Associate — For those who are consistently showing up and helping out across the community.
- ACE Pro — For seasoned experts who are the “go-to” people for deep technical knowledge and regular contributions.
- ACE Director — The top tier. Global leaders who work closely with Oracle’s product teams and influence the future of the technology.
Why I’m Telling You This
I’m sharing this because this blog — and you, the readers — are a huge part of why I want to give back. Whether you love writing, speaking, coding, or just answering questions on forums, there is a path for you in the ACE program.
My goal for OraDiscuss moving forward is to share what I’m learning as I learn it. No more waiting until I’m an “expert” to hit publish. We’re going to grow together.
You can find my Oracle ACE profile at ace.oracle.com/ords/ace/oapt/profile/madarwish.
It feels good to be back. If you’ve been following me since the early days, or if you’re just joining now, drop a comment on the original post. I’d love to catch up and hear what you’ve been working on!
