Jan

23

How To Become A Computer Programmer - Ten Articles

January 23, 2008 | 3 Comments

My blog readership has grown a lot and there are now a lot of new readers. What I would like to do is to highlight some of the most significant articles / posts that has to do with “how to learn programming” or “how to become a computer programmer“.
1.  The Secret Art of Writing Highly Effective […]

Jul

25

Learning C++ Programming Language Is Bad For Your Career … C++ Programmers Can’t Find Jobs

July 25, 2007 | Comments Off

Hi,
Do you want to learn the C++ programming language or become a C/C++ computer programmer?
Have you ever asked this question “which programming language is the most complex and challenging?” and received the answer C++?
If you answered yes, you are not alone. About 13 years ago, I asked my mentors in computer programming which programming […]

Jul

18

The Job Of A Computer Programmer

July 18, 2007 | 2 Comments

A few days ago, I granted an interview to a student writing a research paper on “The job of a computer programmer”. During the interview, I was given ten questions to answer about careers and jobs in computer programming. I’ve decided to post my replies, since a lot of people will benefit from it. You will […]

Jul

16

The Secret Path To Contract Programming

July 16, 2007 | Comments Off

Who is a contract programmer?
A contract programmer is a software developer who is paid an hourly rate for working on special software development projects for a period. Contract computer programmers are not paid salaries like full-time developers but hourly wages.
Contract programmers tend to be very project focused because they are hired to solve specific […]

Jul

14

How to choose the right or best software developer careers

July 14, 2007 | Comments Off

Do you realize that you don’t have to be a computer programmer to be involved with software development?
Does this statement sound strange coming from a software developer coach?
If you think that my job is to get you into software development or to get to you to the top of your software developer career, you […]

Jul

8

Thinking of Changing Careers To Computer Programming?

July 8, 2007 | Comments Off

One of my blog readers emailed me the question below about the feasibility of changing careers to computer programming in Malaysia.
Question:
Hi,
I am 34 years old, currently working as an electronic technician and am thinking of a career change and take up programming as a career.
I am interested to know if you have come across […]

Apr

23

3 Keys Of Successful Computer Programmer Careers

April 23, 2007 | Comments Off

Your technology, resume and interviewing skills are the 3 keys that drive your computer programming career.
If you are formula minded, you can express my career determining statement as: 
TECHNOLOGY + RESUME + INTERVIEWING SKILLS = SUCCESSFUL COMPUTER PROGRAMMER
Here is how the computer programming industry works:

Technology: Your choice of programming language can make or break your career. If you choose a programming […]

Mar

29

Time For Programmer Career Questions Again!

March 29, 2007 | Comments Off

What are the computer programming career challenges, issues and problems facing you today?It’s time to have your tough, important and difficult questions on your programming career answered.
To make myself clear, let’s go over some typical programming career questions. You may ask any of these or another more urgent and critical programmer questions.

How do I study difficult computer programming books?
How do I […]

Mar

4

Are Computer Programming Books Hard To Study?

March 4, 2007 | Comments Off

Kathy Sierra a Java Instructor says that some authors are making their programming books harder than necessary because they are too focused on themselves instead of their readers.At Sun, Kathy discovered that some techie instructors who know their stuff were getting poorer evaluations compared to their less skilled colleages.The reason? The experts focused on proving their smartness instead of helping their students […]

Feb

6

Software Developers Coaching Service 48 Hour Special Launch

February 6, 2007 | Comments Off

Well, you asked me to come up with a way to make computer programming less difficult, more rewarding and more meaningful. I just did!Starting from now until Wednesday Midnight CST, I am launching the new ”Software Developers Online Coaching Service” with a 48 Hour Special to accelerate your learning and help you achieve your programming goals.
Whether you desire a lucrative programming gig, or you want to become a better […]

Jan

26

An Important Computer Programming Career Development Package Is Headed Your Way

January 26, 2007 | Comments Off

Hi,
I will be introducing an important computer programming career development package anytime from now. It will be along the lines of making it easier, faster and better to master computer programming or software development from any place, at any time and pace. Anytime from now I will announce it. And with it comes a 48 […]

Jan

24

Is Their A Future For Web Designers In 2007?

January 24, 2007 | Comments Off

Web Designers are the creative professionals who design “how websites look”. According to a recent report, 2007 is the year for web designers. And Monster.com (one of the premier job search websites) predicts a hefty 26 percent growth rate for the web design profession.So, what’s web design and what does a web designer know and do?Well, […]

Jan

12

About Your 2007 Computer Programming Career Goals

January 12, 2007 | Comments Off

This post is for my readers who have unresolved questions, concerns and problems about their programming careers. If you want to master your programming career or become a better skilled computer programmer, tell me how I can help you succeed.Tell me who you are now and who you want to become in your computer programming career […]

Jan

8

Software Career Tips On How To Choose Your First Programming Language

January 8, 2007 | Comments Off

One key to learning how to program computers is to begin with the right computer programming language. In my discussions with readers, I notice that both beginning programmers and experienced computer programmers often choose a programming language based on:

Friends: The recommendation of their friends or colleagues at work.
Popularity: Based on the perceived popularity of a programming […]

Jan

1

Discover A One Time $600 Happy New Year Super Gift And Fast Track Your Programming Career In 2007

January 1, 2007 | Comments Off

Happy New Year and Welcome to 2007.
What better way to start your new year than with a “one-time happy new year $600 super bonus gift” that helps you become a highly skilled, marketable, well-paid computer programmer?
As your computer programming career coach, I’ll like to jump start your career success in 2007 by inviting you to my private computer programming mentoring group.
Here’s how to join my private mentoring […]

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