Computer Programmers
Also called:
Programmer Analyst, Programmer, Analyst Programmer, Computer Programmer
see titles from the Air Force, Army, or Navy.
Computer Systems Programming Apprentice; Computer Systems Programming Craftsman; Computer Systems Programming Helper; Computer Systems Programming Journeyman
Information Services Technician; Information Systems Technician
Cryptologic Technician Collection; Cryptologic Technician Technical
What they do:
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.
On the job, you would:
- Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.
- Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
- 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.
Engineering and Technology
- computers and electronics
Arts and Humanities
Math and Science
- arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
Business
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Basic Skills
- reading work related information
- thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
People and Technology Systems
- thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one
- measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it
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Verbal
- read and understand what is written
- listen and understand what people say
Ideas and Logic
- order or arrange things
- make general rules or come up with answers from lots of detailed information
Math
- choose the right type of math to solve a problem
- add, subtract, multiply, or divide
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People interested in this work like activities that include ideas, thinking, and figuring things out.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Initiative
- Achievement/Effort
- Cooperation
- Adaptability/Flexibility
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You might use software like this on the job:
Development environment software
Object or component oriented development software
- C++
- Greatis Object Inspector
Web platform development software
- Hypertext markup language HTML
- JavaScript
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bachelor's degree or
some college
usually needed
Get started on your career:
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New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$74,280
per year, on average
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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In the military:
see titles from the Air Force, Army, or Navy.
