Computer Programmers

What Does a Computer Programmers Do?

Create, modify, and test the code and scripts that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software and web developers or other individuals. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• 1Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.
• 2Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.
• 3Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
• 4Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.
• 5Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
• 6Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
• 7Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language.
• 8Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program.

Required Skills

• Active Listening
• Critical Thinking
• Apache Pig
• A programming language APL
• ABC Compiler
• ABC: the AspectBench Compiler for AspectJ
• Ada
• Adobe Acrobat
• Adobe ActionScript
• Adobe ColdFusion
• Adobe Dreamweaver
• Adobe Flex

Computer Programmers Salary