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.
Most companies let programmers set their own schedules.
Thus some may start early in the morning while others prefer to work until late at night. Work can be stressful when a deadline is approaching. Some programmers work on a temporary basis to create programs for special projects. A growing number of programmers are employed on a contract basis. These employees are hired to complete a project.