MY career research by Colten Garcia https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z What and why I want to be. つ ◕_◕ ༽つ en-us 2017-08-28 13:05:19 UTC 2017-08-28 13:17:28 UTC hello@padlet.com Yearly Salary ($$$$$) 23_colten_garcia https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183098675 $102,280 per year 
$49.17 per hour]]> 2017-08-28 13:08:58 UTC https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183098675 Typical Entry-Level Education 23_colten_garcia https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183099038 Bachelor's Degree]]> 2017-08-28 13:10:12 UTC https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183099038 On-the-job Training 23_colten_garcia https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183099373 None!]]> 2017-08-28 13:11:24 UTC https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183099373 Number of Jobs 23_colten_garcia https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183099533
1,114,000 (plenty]]> 2017-08-28 13:11:56 UTC https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183099533 What Software Developers Do 23_colten_garcia https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183099707 Software developers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Some develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or another device. Others develop the underlying systems that run the devices or that control networks.]]> 2017-08-28 13:12:29 UTC https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183099707 Duties (NOT funny) 23_colten_garcia https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183099881
  • Analyze users’ needs and then design, test, and develop software to meet those needs
  • Recommend software upgrades for customers’ existing programs and systems
  • Design each piece of an application or a system and plan how the pieces will work together
  • Create a variety of models and diagrams (such as flowcharts) that instruct programmers how to write software code
  • Ensure that a program continues to function normally through software maintenance and testing
  • Document every aspect of an application or a system as a reference for future maintenance and upgrades
  • Collaborate with other computer specialists to create optimum software

    • ]]>     2017-08-28 13:12:58 UTC https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183099881     Work Environment 23_colten_garcia https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183100053 Many software developers work for firms that deal in computer systems design and related services firms or for software publishers. Some systems developers work in computer- and electronic product–manufacturing industries. Applications developers work in office environments, such as offices of insurance carriers or corporate headquarters.

    In general, software development is a collaborative process, and developers work on teams with others who also contribute to designing, developing, and programming successful software. However, some developers telecommute (work away from the office).

    ]]>     2017-08-28 13:13:36 UTC https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183100053     How to Become a Software Developer 23_colten_garcia https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183100405 Software developers usually have a bachelor’s degree, typically in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. A degree in mathematics is also acceptable. Computer science degree programs are the most common, because they tend to cover a broad range of topics. Students should focus on classes related to building software in order to better prepare themselves for work in the occupation. For some positions, employers may prefer a master’s degree.

    Although writing code is not their first priority, developers must have a strong background in computer programming. They usually gain this experience in school. Throughout their career, developers must keep up to date on new tools and computer languages.

    Software developers also need skills related to the industry in which they work. Developers working in a bank, for example, should have knowledge of finance so that they can understand a bank’s computing needs.

    ]]>     2017-08-28 13:14:45 UTC https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183100405     Pay (continued) 23_colten_garcia https://padlet.com/23_colten_garcia/3dfhrz255p8z/wish/183100722 The median annual wage for software developers, applications was $100,080 in May 2016. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $58,300, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $157,590.

    The median annual wage for software developers, systems software was $106,860 in May 2016. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $64,650, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $163,220.
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