What do I need to do? I already know the basics of VB6, C++, and Java. What other languages should I learn and how do I get my foot in the door?
2006-12-30 13:57:22 · 4 answers · asked by h2gj87 4 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I'm a professional software engineer. What I did was to start writing some programs just for fun and practice. What I did was to get a book of puzzles and games from the magazine rack at the local supermarket. Then I started writing programs to solve some of the puzzles. It was difficult, challenging and fun.
Once you can solve a few of the puzzles with computer programs, you're ready to start getting a job somewhere. You may have to work for a lot less than you want to build experience, but you'll get there.
2006-12-30 14:06:36 · answer #1 · answered by KC 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There's more to being a good programmer than just knowing the programming languages, but that's a good start. Since companies are always looking for programmers, you can try answering some want ads. Go for a part-time job if you're not ready to let go your present gig. You'll learn a boatload from the other programmers you'll be working with, and learning by doing is powerful -- most programmers get into the biz that way.
2006-12-30 14:05:04 · answer #2 · answered by Joseph J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I also want to become a computer programmer and the best way to be successful is to pay attention to everything you are being thought and study! study! study hard! that"s what I'm going to do.
2016-05-22 22:31:43 · answer #3 · answered by Amy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
VB6 won't get you much anymore.
The wealthiest and most successful of programmers know either PHP/MYSQL, ASP/ASPX/MSQL, and C++
The key to success is finding a startup in silicon valley that you really believe in. Go to meetings (http://meet-up.com) and meet entrepreneurs who will offer you equity to help develop their idea. You'll not only get salary, but you'll be offered stock options that could literally make you a billionaire.
Also, people are switching from offline software to software as a service by the loads. In only a few short years from now, offline software will pretty much be depleted.
Good luck with your ventures! Feel free to contact me (mah10538) ... im trying to get a startup off the ground myself.
2006-12-30 14:03:18 · answer #4 · answered by Jessica L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋