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Computer Programmer

A career as a programmer is both demanding and rewarding. A Programmer controls how a computer operates, they create tools for uses in order to manipulate and store information.
A programmer in general terms, is a person who writes a program for specific purposes or needs. Whether it is to create a virtual reality game, a database system, control machinery or programme your companies telephone system. A programmer is therefore a vital part of the every day way of life.

There are various different programming languages available for the programmer to use, namely; c/c++, Visual Basic, Delphi, Pascal, Cobol, Java, Oracle and Informix to name but a few of the more popular languages.

With the continual growth of the IT industry, more and more capable programmers are needed to make information technology accessible to the average person. The more knowledgeable you are, the higher the income you can expect for your efforts, so it’s also a lucrative profession. Since many fields are expanding, programmers can expect work in many different fields, from security to the internet.

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Programmer
A programmer codes, tests, debugs and corrects program modules in the development, support and maintenance of computer systems, thereby providing for an effective programming function.
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Junior Systems Programmer
This person maintains and develops operating systems software and assists development staff in utilisation of related software. Liases with suppliers about any problem areas. May also be responsible for ensuring that disaster recovery procedures are in place and adhered to.
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Analyst Programmer
An Analyst Programmer aids in system development, analysis, implementation and enhancement. Designs specifications, undertakes program definition work and interprets and executes test plans according to set standards.
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Systems Analyst
Their responsibilities include the effective evaluation of systems, conduction of feasibility studies and product application of systems within the organisation as well as new systems and database design. In addition, incumbent carries out systems analyses, installation, security, performance, user interfaces and training.
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Systems Software Programmer
The job of a systems software programmer may include writing sophisticated software, but normally involves maintaining computer packages developed overseas, and helping programmers locally with problems they cannot solve. It is usually necessary to have a computer science qualification to specialise in this field.
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Systems Administrator
Is responsible for the implementation of a new system as well as the administration of the system, which includes control of user access, clear batch jobs and daily General Ledger updates. Takes care of user training. Future tasks will include implementation of more modules, implementing a database and monitoring the upgrades.


Career Fields


Computers & Information Technology

 
 

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