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Create, modify, and test code that allows computer programs to run.

Computer Programmers create, change, and test programs that allow computer applications to run. They may help to design computer software.

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Education & Training	Bachelor's degree is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Computer Graphics Computer Programming, Other Computer Programming, Specific Applications Computer Programming/Programmer, General Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation
On the Job	Work Activities Resolve computer software problems. Write computer programming code. Design websites or web applications. Develop computer or online applications. Develop diagrams or flow charts of system operation. Develop models of information or communications systems. Modify software programs to improve performance. Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues. Document design or development procedures. Prepare instruction manuals.
Career Pathways	Programming and Software Development
Similar Careers	Computer Operators Systems Software Developers Software Quality Assurance Engineers
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