The Job of a Computer Programmer
The Job of a Computer Programmer
Computer programming is the job of the future. A computer programmer’s main task is to put the code that tells the computer what to do into the computer. Computer programming consists of two areas: systems and applications programmers. Systems programmers put the codes into the main system of the computer. Applications programmers work with one type of software or computer applications and code them. It is rare that you will see someone specializing in both types of programming, since each of the two programmers have to know entirely different skills (Princeton Review Guide to Your Careers).
In both types of computer programming, you need to have the basic skills of typing and computer repairs (Occupational Outlook Handbook, 332). Systems programmers need to have the skills and be familiar with hardware specifications and designs, memory management and structure. Applications programmers do not need to know these skills, but they do need to know the following: standard interface protocols, data structure, program architecture, and response speed (Princeton Review Guide to Your Careers). Personally, I know the basic skills of keyboarding and some minimal repairs, but after that I do not know many of the other skills needed for this profession.
The responsibilities of a computer programmer are basically the same as most working responsibilities. You have to show up to work on time, do your job as you are expected, and listen to your boss (Grolier Encyclopedia). I do not mind any of these responsibilities, so I would be able to follow these without any problems.
A bachelor’s degree is necessary to be a computer programmer. Although optional, it is recommended that you take basic and advanced programming, some technical computer science classes, and logic or systems architecture (Princeton Review Guide to Your Careers). In high school, I can take basic computer courses like keyboarding and computer skills. After high school I can take some college courses and computer classes related to computer programming. To be a certified computer programmer you need a bachelor’s degree.
The work environment is easy to work in. It is indoors-the way I like it. Most of the time it is comfortable (Occupational Outlook Handbook, 332).
The working hours are normally nine hours unless you need...