Systems Programmer Career Guide and Counseling

Question: Is a systems programmer likely to be outsourced? Is a systems programmer likely to be outsourced?

Answer: very often yes........India is a good example of a country getting a lot of new trade from American software companies outsourcing development to them

Question: I need to find either a successful programmer or systems analyst to interview for a school project.? I need to find either a successful programmer or systems analyst to interview for a school assignment. I just need to ask 10 simple questions about your job/career and experiences. Please help! I don't know anyone personally in this field. Email me at akit213@gmail.com.

Answer: What type of programming? Website or program? If it's for websites then I'm a .NET programmer. You can email me at michael.harvison@gmail.com. Good luck

Question: Do You need to be a good programmer to be a systems analyst ? Do You need to be a good programmer to be a systems analyst ? and what is the system or business analysis job like ?

Answer: As long as you are a people person you can get away with anything

Question: what is the job of a systems programmer ? what qualifications are needed to be a systems programmer ? do all software companies require system programmers ?

Answer: To write pieces of operating systems, obviously. You need to be a very good programmer, and know at least C.

Question: I want to become a programmer that designs and constructs operating systems and an ethical hacker.? Can someone please advise me what I need to know or learn to become a programmer that designs and constructs operating systems.(Preferred programming languages and free compilers inc.) I also want to learn some ethical hacking skills, were can I learn them for free on the web. Thank you in advance for your great answers.

Answer: Re Ethical Hacking- Here's a definition of 'ethical hacking' from a British site that has a DVD course on the topic. "Ethical Hackers are computer and network experts who attack a security system on behalf of its owners, seeking vulnerabilities that a malicious hacker could exploit. To test a security system, ethical hackers use the same methods as their less principled counterparts, but report problems instead of taking advantage of them." I can't speak to the standards where you are and I'm not into promoting corporations but here's the site mentioned- http://www.itgovernance.co.uk/products/9… This one DOES cost so---- However, I think that you should register on www.ethicalhacker.net and join in one of the forums where you're most likely to get the info needed. Somebody there will be able to point in the right direction. For general programming you either need to be a real expert self-learner who can impress people with genius or - like most of us - you'll need to take a degree either at a community college or university. In this case you'll just need to check out the ones near where you live or look at on-line ones- http://www.worldwidelearn.com/technology… Sometimes there are local schools that do small six month diplomas in this but the employment record of grads is often quite spotty.

Question: What are the requirements to be a computer programmer an a systems analyst? im doing a homework assignment, and i need help

Answer: Go to a job board like Monster http://www.monster.com and look up "computer programmer" and "systems analyst" Read these job postings and what is required to apply.

Question: Correct me if I am wrong ! . Systems analysts analysis the problem while a programmer performs the solution ? ? I suck at programming so I ask this question . A systems analyst's job is to analyze a problem and suggest a solution ,While the programmer is asked to provide this solution ? Can a person who sucks at programming still be a good systems analyst ?

Answer: In theory, yes- the systems analyst typically delivers the overall specs and requirements for a system which will then be developed by programmers. To answer the other part of your question, it is really necessary to know this : why do you think you suck programming? Is it the logic you have trouble with, or is it more the syntax? Or do you just not like programming? I ask, because if you want to be a systems analyst, it is very important that you understand the underlying logic of programming, and have a firm grasp of what is possible, and what is not possible. So, if you struggle with the logic part of it, you may not make the best systems analyst Now, can a person who sucks at programming be a good systems analyst? In some cases, yes, and in others, no. Again, it depends. I myself am in a similar situation, except it's not that I "suck" at coding, it's that I don't like it. I like working with people more, and as a systems analyst, there is a lot of human interaction, and that appeals to me. So, the answer to your question is yes - and no. It all depends.

Question: who would directly oversee the work of a data-entry operator and a systems programmer? a. chief information officer b. database administrator c. system design d. preliminary investigation

Answer: A - CIO - wouldn't normally manage the two positions unless its a small IT group. B - DB Admin - maybe, as DB admin normally deals with managing database. Data Entry and programmer may fit into this category. C - System Design - maybe, as the system designer develops programs and may need the two positions to help enter and manged the programs D - PI - no

Question: being a computer programmer/computer and information systems manager? I'm thinking about maybe pursuing one of these careers but I was wondering if the people who have these jobs were previously knowledgeable and practical already writing their own programs or if everything you need can be learned in college. Im still in high school and don't know i'd be able to be good at such a job so anyone who actually is of the occupation help would be appreciated.

Answer: You can major in those subjects as long as the colleges you are interested in attending offer them.

Question: What does it take to be a good programmer and a systems designer? WHAT IS THE BASIC REQUIREMENT FOR A GOOD PROGRAMMING AND SYSTEM DESIGNING

Answer: You know the joke about the person who asks what is the best way to get to Carnagie Hall? The answer was "Practice, practice, practice", which applies here as well, since programming is an art. Like in other arts, talent is an important ingredient as well. Good educaion (and by education I mean going to the university) is also a must.