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Math and programming are inextricably linked. Many challenging mathematical issues can be solved using the fundamental principle of programming, and the idea of programming is based on mathematics. This blog post will provide you with an overview of programming. You will also learn about different careers in programming.
What is programming?
When you aren't able to figure out any specific topic, always Google it or search it on Wikipedia. So if you write on Wikipedia - "What is computer programming?" The answer of Wikipedia is as follows:
Computer programming is the process of designing and building an executable computer program to accomplish a specific computing goal.
To be honest, this definition of programming leaves us with very little understanding of what programming is. Let's have a look at what the definition says. According to the definition, computer programming is the process of creating a computer program that is utilized for a specified purpose. Take note of the term specific in this sentence. A computer program must be capable of performing a particular task. All of the apps and software we use in our daily lives, as well as all of the websites we visit on a daily basis, are computer programs. Even your digital watch and the most important instrument in mathematics, the calculator, are controlled by a program. They all have specific responsibilities.
We now have a better understanding of a program. We all use different programs on a regular basis, even though we have no idea how they are made. The process of writing a program is known as programming. We can interact with machines thanks to programming. We can give the machine different commands through programming, and the machine will obey them.
Programming is widely used in this age of information technology. As the days go by, the demand for skilled manpower in programming is increasing. The field of programming is growing. So in the current era, programming abilities will not only put us ahead of the competition, but we will be able to create a digital Bangladesh. So I believe that everyone should learn at least some fundamental programming skills.
Careers in Programming and Knowing Yourself
You saw in the previous section what programming actually means. This time you will be learning about different areas of programming. Just as mathematics is used not only by mathematicians but in all branches of science, so is programming, it is needed not just for computer scientists or software engineers but when studying at university, all students in the scientific and engineering departments should know how to program.
Bangladesh, like other countries throughout the world, is opening the door to new programming options on a daily basis. Today, there are numerous programming occupations available, and programming as a vocation is of particular relevance. Because there are several opportunities for programmers to prove their skills by competing in various tournaments. So, after finishing studies, people get the opportunity to work directly in world-famous organizations such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Apple. Every year, a large number of bright programmers from Bangladesh use their skills to gain employment in these well-known companies.
Surprisingly, you do not need to apply for work in these organizations in the majority of circumstances. They search for the top programmers in various nations on their own. So learning about careers before learning to program increases your interest in learning a lot. That is why in this blog post we will discuss the careers of different programming.
"Careers in Programming and Knowing Yourself" is the title of this section since knowing yourself is crucial while picking a career. But don't take it too seriously right now. Because we frequently make poor decisions as a result of our lack of expertise. As a result, it is increasingly more important to understand the available professions. We can choose any career at any time based on our preferences.
Software Engineering
The methodical use of scientific and technological knowledge and experience relating to the design, application, testing, and documenting of software is known as software engineering. Software engineering is the process of programming, analyzing the software's various operations, adding new features, and lastly testing the software in various ways in order to shift it to the production level.
Nowadays we have to use a lot of software and apps. Almost every function has its own software, and the number of software is growing every day. As a result, the number of job openings in the sector of software engineering is growing. There are currently a lot of software companies in Bangladesh that export software and mobile apps developed in our country to other countries. This is a source of national pride for us.
Data Science
Data science is a field in which vital information and data are extracted from large amounts of structured data using scientific methods, procedures, algorithms, and systems, and then used to predict the future. Data mining, machine learning, and big data are all topics covered. You must train the dataset and the machine learning model here, as well as analyze and visualize the outcomes.
Data science encompasses artificial intelligence. Here, computer programs and algorithms can make their own decisions based on previous outcomes and adjust them as necessary. In today's technological industry, data scientists are in high demand. According to a survey conducted by IBM professionals, demand for data science and related skills would increase by 26% by 2022.
Web Development
Web development involves the development of websites for the Internet or the Intranet. It typically ranges from developing a simple page for reading on websites, electronic business and social network services to building huge web-based Internet applications.
In this digital age, all work is internet and website based. Turning on the web browser brings up the addresses of billions and billions of websites and the interesting thing is that the number of these websites is increasing day by day and the demand for website-related work is also increasing.
Cyber Security
Computer security or cybersecurity is the protection of computer systems and networks from theft or loss of hardware, software and electronic data, and from the interruption of services. As the contemporary period becomes increasingly technology-dependent, technology abuse and internet crimes are on the rise. This is something that every business wants to get rid of.
Furthermore, businesses that use their own servers require competent programmers to set up and maintain computer networks. As a result, the demand for programmers in the field of cyber security is steadily expanding.
Game development
Game development is the art of creating games, and it entails the process of designing, developing, and publishing them. Everything from conceiving the concept of producing games through designing, inventing, testing, and releasing is included. A game developer can work as a programmer, sound designer, artist, or in a variety of other positions in the industry.
When everyone first starts programming, they want to make video games. To be honest, I had this desire as well, but I had no idea how big the programming world is at the time. When I learned out, my wish shifted slightly. That isn't to claim that I didn't make the games. When I first started learning to program, I also developed a bunch of small video games.
Robotics
Robotics is an interdisciplinary research field in computer science and engineering. Robotics involves the study of the design, manufacture, operation, and application of robots. The goal of robotics is to design intelligent machines that can aid and help people in their daily lives while also keeping everyone safe.
In robotics, all of the robot's operations are programmed using code, and as a result, when we give the robot different orders, it follows them. Robots are currently assisting humans in doing difficult and dangerous activities. The demand for skilled programmers in robotics is increasing day by day.
Systems Engineering
Systems engineering is an interdisciplinary field of engineering management in which complex systems are designed, analyzed and managed. It entails employing system building principles to create simple to sophisticated systems. The ideas of system engineering were used to construct many operating systems such as Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, Linux, and so on.
Database Administration
Database administration is the activity performed by the database administrator to ensure that the database is always active as needed. The main functions of database administration are database security, database monitoring, troubleshooting, and planning for future improvements.
The present age is the age of information technology and in this age, data is the most valuable resource. Data needs to be collected, stored and processed in order to be used properly. A database is an organized collection of a lot of data from which data is usually collected, processed and accessed very easily and quickly by computer systems. Therefore, with the increasing reliance on information and communication technology, the demand for database administrators is increasing. A database administrator is basically a programmer who works with a database.
Ethical hacking
Ethical hacking is a legal way of circumventing system security in order to detect potential data breaches and risks on a network. Ethical hackers seek out weaknesses in systems or networks that could be exploited by malicious hackers. As a result of recent corporate scandals, there has been a huge increase in demand for this speciality.
Network System Administration
Network and computer system administrators organize, install, modify, and repair an organization's computer systems for daily use, including LAN, WAN, network departments, intranets, and communications. Every organization in the modern world is connected to each other through networks. So the network system administrator of the companies keeps the network activated.
Cloud Engineering
Cloud engineering is the process of creating and maintaining the code that is utilized in cloud architecture. The cloud engineer is responsible for designing the infrastructure or debugging the remote server's system. As cloud servers got increasingly popular, this branch of technology became mainstream. A cloud engineer should be knowledgeable about some services like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. Because this is such a complicated field, programmers in this discipline are paid extra. To advance in this field, you'll need to obtain experience with database development, API development, and DevOps.
Mobile Development or Native Application Development
You must have at least one smartphone with you. It could be one of your own or a member of your family. Every app, game, and operating system on your Android or Apple smartphone was created using programming. All of these apps are created and developed by mobile developers.
You'll need to know how to develop for Android or iOS and how to create useful operating system programs, games if you choose this career. The increased popularity of tablets has resulted in a surge in demand for developers who can construct a wide range of tablet applications.
Another piece of good news is that there are options for freelancing if any of you don't want to work in those fields. There are several platforms on the internet where you can work on many types of small, medium, and large projects, such as Upwork, Freelancer, People-Per-Hour, and Fiverr.
In Bangladesh, tens of thousands of programmers currently work as freelancers. You'll need a computer and an internet connection for this. Working as a freelancer necessitates a great deal of patience. In this situation, if you have good communication skills in English.
Now you've seen if you learn programming, then how many different career options are available to you. But, aside from these few, there are a plethora of other professions that require programmers. Many individuals believe that in the next 2-3 years, demand will double. Hopefully, via your own efforts, you will learn about various programming careers by Googling it. Knowing about different careers in programming is an advantage in choosing a language. You can pick the one language that best suits you right now. But keep in mind that you can alter your decision at any time.
After deciding on an early career path, we must now decide on a programming language. You should be familiar with various programming language in order to do this. For this, You can check out our upcoming blog post.
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