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1 The World of Computer Programming Michael Oliver 1-31-13 4 th Hour Career Tech

2 Introduction

3 Computer Programming as a Career Everywhere you look someone has some sort of electronic device on them Who makes these run? Computer programmers write code that allows computers to operate

4 Computer Programming as a Career I like this career choice for many reasons: –Decent pay –Flexibility to work at home and office –Work by yourself or with a group

5 Nature of Work

6 Computer Programming as a Career Responsibilities: –Depends on size on company –Writing code for the company –Making sure it is designed correctly –Check spelling –Make sure customer is happy

7 Working Conditions

8 Computer Programming as a Career Work indoors Usually in an office Work the normal 9-5 More of a mental job

9 Qualifications and Training

10 Computer Programming as a Career Degree needed in: –Computer Science –Software Engineering Usually need at least a bachelor’s

11 Job Outlook

12 Computer Programming as a Career Between 2010 and 2020: –Growth of 12% Many companies do hire overseas programmers for cheaper labor

13 Earnings

14 Computer Programming as a Career Entry Salary: –$55,000 Median Salary: –$78,000 High End Salary: –$100,000

15 Computer Programming as a Career This is the average I expect for this job My first purchase will hopefully be a better and newer car

16 Related Occupation

17 Computer Programming as a Career Software Developer –Contemplating this job also –Similar responsibilities as a computer programmer and working conditions –$90,000 median salary

18 Works Cited

19 http://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and- information-technology/software- developers.htmhttp://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and- information-technology/software- developers.htm www.whitefang.com www.braintrack.com technorati.com www.tuscaloosada.com www.wall321.com Sources


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