COMP 2903 A 10 Software Engineers and Computer

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COMP 2903 A 10 – Software Engineers and Computer Programmers Danny Silver JSOCS, Acadia

COMP 2903 A 10 – Software Engineers and Computer Programmers Danny Silver JSOCS, Acadia University

Quiz • What is the difference between a software engineer and a computer programmer?

Quiz • What is the difference between a software engineer and a computer programmer?

US Dept of Labour Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010/11 • Computer Software Engineers and Computer

US Dept of Labour Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010/11 • Computer Software Engineers and Computer Programmers - 2010/11 edition • http: //www. bls. gov/ocos 303. htm

Overview • Software engineer jobs projected to grow 32% over next decade • Computer

Overview • Software engineer jobs projected to grow 32% over next decade • Computer programming jobs projected to decline by 3% through 2018 • Jobs prospects best for university grads • SMILE. . http: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=meojj. JXcd. NI&feature=related

Software Engineers • Apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the

Software Engineers • Apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design, development, evaluation of various software and systems • Tasks evolve quickly, reflecting new areas of specialization - changes in tech and practices of employers • Emphasis on analysis and design, theory of computing systems, structure of software, nature and limitations of hardware and OS • Must have strong problem-solving and analytical skills versus strictly program coding

Software Engineers • Two categories: – Computer Applications SE: • Analysis and design specialists

Software Engineers • Two categories: – Computer Applications SE: • Analysis and design specialists • Construct, deploy and maintain systems – Computer System SE: • Construction, maintenance and expansion of an organization’s computing needs • Set up intranets and associated computers • Concerned about security and data integrity • May be contracted to do the above for other orgs

Software Engineers • Undergraduate degree commonly required • Masters degree preferred in some positions

Software Engineers • Undergraduate degree commonly required • Masters degree preferred in some positions • Employers favour experience as well as degrees • Human communications and business skills valued -- http: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=Df 57 F 1 CKK 6 k&feature=related • Certification is becoming more important – CIPS ISP - http: //www. cips. ca/isp

Programmers • Write, test, and maintain computer programs • Usually according to the specifications

Programmers • Write, test, and maintain computer programs • Usually according to the specifications given by software engineers/analysts • Update, repair, modify, and expand existing programs • Advances in programming tools and languages have redefined the role of a programmer – Advanced IDEs allow them to perform SE functions

Programmers • University degree, but a two-year degree or certificate may be adequate for

Programmers • University degree, but a two-year degree or certificate may be adequate for some jobs • Certification is becoming more important –. NET certification – CISCO certification

Work Environment • • Offices, often on the road Telecommuting is common 40 -50

Work Environment • • Offices, often on the road Telecommuting is common 40 -50 hours / week in 2008 Major work related complaints are: – Eyestrain, back problems, hand/wrist complaints (carpal tunnel syndrome)

Software Engineers • • • 394, 800 SE in US in 2008 Projected to

Software Engineers • • • 394, 800 SE in US in 2008 Projected to increase by 32% 2008 -18 in US Much faster than average for all occupations Will generate about 295, 000 new jobs in US Internet, web, mobile, security main drivers 2008 median annual earnings – Computer Applications SE - $85, 000 – Computer Systems SE - $92, 000

Programmers 426, 700 programmers in US in 200 Projected to decrease by 3% 2008

Programmers 426, 700 programmers in US in 200 Projected to decrease by 3% 2008 -18 in US Why? . . See next slide Variety of programming language skills and business knowledge will be important for survival • 2008 median annual earnings - $69, 600 • •

Programmers • Why the reduction in programming jobs? – Consolidation/centralization of systems and apps

Programmers • Why the reduction in programming jobs? – Consolidation/centralization of systems and apps – Advances in packaged software – Advances in programming languages and tools – Ability of users to design, write, and implement more of their own programs – Offshore outsourcing of programming jobs – Requires little localized or specialized knowledge – it can be done from anywhere

Think, Pair, Share • What do you feel will be most important ICT knowledge

Think, Pair, Share • What do you feel will be most important ICT knowledge skills for your future? • List three and describe why?

Key Skills • Core CS skills (fundamental programming concepts – syntax/semantics, logic, math) •

Key Skills • Core CS skills (fundamental programming concepts – syntax/semantics, logic, math) • Learning how to learn new computer languages quickly • Computer architecture and hardware • Databases • Human communications – communicating complex concepts/designs to less technical people • Project management, team work skills, • Personal entrepreneurism, self motivation • Mobile computing and data comm • Human computer interaction • AI

What does this say about CS Education? • An appropriate ending http: //www. youtube.

What does this say about CS Education? • An appropriate ending http: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=ts. M 9 Ga. KXd. P 0

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