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I've been starting to think about what a new potential computer programmer would need to get started in the software development business. Of course, education and a degree in a computer related field would help. I have even been seeing commercials advertising ITT Tech (not sure of the name) that helps a student get into computer support.



Hey, I know that you may be thinking that you want to develop software and not support problems. But, if you have no professional experience, you can get a foot in the door by working support - Go for it! If you work hard and talk with the developers, soon enough you may find a few kind developers that could take you under their wings and show some ropes. The worst that could happen is that you learn all about how the software works from a user perspective. I know many managers that would jump at the chance to hire a person for business analysis if they know how the software works and has good ideas about the future of the department.



Back to education, I am starting back into graduate studies this fall after a self imposed year off from school. I'll be taking a network security class and after this class is done, I will have only 5 more classes until I get my Masters! I have done 100% of the program online and it has been wonderful. I can crack open a beer, log onto Skype or text chat and attend class in my underwear! lol (only if the class or group discussion is not on webcam).



That is the approach that I will take for any potential students who want to learn from my experience.



In the meantime, I am building a link section on the left hand side of the page that a beginning programmer would need to download and install to be ready for action. This includes Eclipse for development, MySQL for storing data and Apache Tomcat for your webserver. Of course, I am always available to help anyone through the installation and execution of each piece of software. Post a message or email me at fredwi@yahoo.com for customized help.

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Hello!

I've always had people ask me questions about what I do for a living. "Play around with computers!" I always reply. lol. It's not bad work if you can get it - even in the post computer bust of the early 2000's.

I've built software professionally for over 10 years now and the market today is just as good as ever. Anyone can get into this business and the older generation has as just a good a chance as anyone.

There are many different types of jobs in the computer field that don't involve programming:

• Computer support
• Office skills - Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Graphic artists
• Quality assurance
• Security

Keep checking back on this blog for future postings on this subject and more. My goal is to get into small tutoring. My expertise and recommendations are there for motivated individuals who want a change in careers. Or high school students who don't have any ideas what to study once they get to college.

Email me at fredwi@yahoo.com for more information.