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 […]

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

19

Is My Resume Killing My Career?

March 19, 2007 | Comments Off

You won’t have believed me if I told you.
But now You, Oh Yes You, are beginning to realize it.
Your resume is the reason why you can’t get a programming interview … despite your best efforts.
And when you talk to recruiters, Oh My, Do They Give You A Run Around!
Someone should have been kind enough […]

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

14

Beginning An Entry Level Java Programming Job In Spring

January 14, 2007 | Comments Off

I’m still taking questions from my readers. Today’s question is about finding entry level computer programming job working with the Java programming language. Here’s the rest of my reader’s question:
Dear Mr. Tagbo,
I am sending you this e-mail to ask you if there will be any jobs available in the spring starting April 2007 because I am interested in becoming […]

Dec

29

How Your Age Affects Your Programming Career And Career Success Tips For Beginning Programming When You Are Old

December 29, 2006 | Comments Off

A few days ago I asked you to email me your questions about beginning your programming career. Some of you between 30 and 40 years old wanted to know if their age will stop them from getting hired by employers.Here are my career success tips for beginning a programming career when you are over 30 […]