Programmers
Job Role
Computer Programmer refers to individuals whose main job function is programming. This group has a wide range of responsibilities and educational backgrounds.
Some of their functions include:
• writing, testing and maintaining
detailed
programs and software
• conceiving, designing and testing
logical
structures for solving
problems with
computer technology
• familiarity with traditional programs,
object-oriented languages,
other computer-aided software
engineering (CASE) tools and
artificial intelligence shells to create
and maintain programs
Recommended Education
• Technical certification
• 2-year technical school degree or
Associate's Degree in computer science or related subject
• Bachelor's Degree in computer science
(or other fields)
Ref: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Occupational Outlook Handbook
2004 -05 Edition
What to Expect
A large number of Computer Programmers are employed on a temporary basis or work as consultants. Specific technical expertise and knowledge are valuable and marketable assets.
Programmers who keep up on their skills, education and elearning will have a wide range of career options.
Programming careers are available in various industries such as government, wholesale and retail, manufacturing, data processing, finance, insurance and other information industries.
Employment Opportunities
• Applications Programmer
• Systems Programmer
• Software Developer
• Programmer / Analyst
• Computer Systems Designer
• Software Publisher
• Computer Consultant
• Data Communications - Internet and intranet environments
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