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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.