Computer Programmer» search for more Jobs A computer program is
basically the instructions for a computer to perform a function.
Programs are written in source code in a programming language. A
computer programmer not only designs and maintains computer
software programs, but they also test (and retest!), debug, and
rewrite these programs. In the majority of cases, the computer
programmer also designs a graphical user interface (GUI) so that
non-technical users can run the software through easy, point-
and-click, menu-oriented modules. Proficiency in computer
languages, critical analysis, quantitative skills, detailed
knowledge of computers and electronics systems, communication
skills, written and oral comprehension and ability to handle
multitask-based information networks are some of the basic
skills of computer programmers. Programmers may perform the
following tasks: - assist systems analysts (hyperlink here)
and/or designers (hyperlink here) in researching and documenting
computer users' requirements - a