Programmers may write instruction manuals to guide the program users. Computer Programmers is in the Engineering, Science, and Technologies Career Cluster. Very good ability to look at written information, such as computer code, and find errors Good ability to understand and use words when talking or writing Good ability to work with numbers Ability to solve problems and make decisions Ability to follow set procedures and make few errors Desire to be a leader and influence others, such as the members of a work team Programmers need to think logically while solving problems. They also need patience and the ability to keep trying to solve problems. Programmers must be able to work well under pressure.
Creativity is important for getting past programming blocks.
Interpersonal skills are becoming more important as more companies create work teams. Occasionally talk and listen to others Work Setting Computer programmers work inside. They may have their own office or work in a large room where they have a cubicle. Most programmers work at least 40 hours a week. Many programmers work longer hours and may work on the weekend.