Java and PHP

Well my friend is working pretty hard on learning Java and I want to join him. He has been using it for years and now wants to get ceritified with OCA SE7. That is something I would want as well. In fact, I want that a great deal. That is why I will merge my studies of PHP with Java for the time being and work towards getting certifications in both languages. Albeit, the issue of time is especially sensitive right now. I will need to give everything I have to working on this. I don't necessarily have to push myself to get the certifications right away. My plan is to work with my friend on the Java studies and also learn about PHP on the side.