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Lectura-2-Computer Programmer Skills Definition and Examples

Computer programmer skills are categorized into hard and soft skills, with hard skills being measurable abilities like proficiency in programming languages, and soft skills enabling effective collaboration. Key skills include problem-solving, mathematical understanding, communication, writing, and inquisitiveness. Mastery of these skills enhances employment opportunities and career growth in programming.

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Lectura-2-Computer Programmer Skills Definition and Examples

Computer programmer skills are categorized into hard and soft skills, with hard skills being measurable abilities like proficiency in programming languages, and soft skills enabling effective collaboration. Key skills include problem-solving, mathematical understanding, communication, writing, and inquisitiveness. Mastery of these skills enhances employment opportunities and career growth in programming.

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Lectura 2: Computer Programmer Skills:

Definition and Examples

Examples of computer programmer skills

As with many other fields, computer programmer skills can be grouped


into hard and soft skills. “Hard skills” refer to measurable abilities that
are developed over time through practice or study. “Soft skills” on the
other hand, are abilities that enable people to fit into a working
environment or work effectively with others. Here are some of the most
important skills to have as a computer programmer:

Proficiency with programming languages: Code is written in


programming languages such as SQL, Java, C++, or Python.
Programmers aren't expected to know every programming language in
existence, but it would be beneficial to be proficient in at least two
languages to increase your employment and career opportunities. Most
programmers typically decide on an area of specialization and then
learn the programming language that is most appropriate for that field.

Learning concepts and applying them to other problems: The ability to


learn concepts and apply them to other problems is an essential skill
for programmers. This is especially useful when writing cascading style
sheets (CSS), for which styles are applied to a web page's top-level, and
then cascade to the other elements on the page.

Mathematical skills: Many aspects of programming require an


understanding of math beyond the basic level. To become proficient at
programming, you will need to have a thorough understanding of
algebra and arithmetic.
Problem-solving capability: Code is often written to solve a problem. You
will need to have the ability to identify problems and come up with the
most efficient ways to solve them via programming.

Communication skills: Programmers generally spend most of their time


working solo in front of a computer. However, many situations require
you to communicate with other programmers and team members,
especially when working on large or complex projects. Excellent
communication skills will enable you to work effectively with others and
to share ideas and solutions.

Writing skills: As a programmer, you will also need to communicate


your work or processes to other people from time to time. Often,
processes and results will have to be communicated to other workers
who may not have the level of programming knowledge that you have.
Therefore programmers need to have good written skills.

Inquisitiveness: The most effective and successful programmers have a


talent for figuring out how something is done and finding ways to do it
more efficiently. A healthy degree of inquisitiveness will help ensure
your consistent growth and development as a programmer.

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