Computer Programmer
career cluster
Computers and mathematical
what it means to be a computer programmer...
Create, modify, and test the code, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software developers or other individuals. May assist software developers by analyzing user needs and designing software solutions. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.
my top career options in this field...
- .net developer
- beta tester
- applications developer
what they do that interests me...
- Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.
- Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
- Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
my possible feature as a computer programmer...
education
Requires:
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wages
average California wage in 2012:
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outlook
2013 employment
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college major
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what computer programmers are interested in...
This means people who work in this occupation generally have Investigative interests, but also prefer Conventional environments.
what is important to computer programmers
people who work in this occupation generally prize
- achievement
- working conditions
- support
what computer programmers need to know...
- Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
- English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
- Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
what computer programmers need to be able to do...
- programming
- reading comprehension
- critical thinking
- complex problem solving
- active listening
- quality control analysis
- judgement and decision making