We need to ensure our institutions and organizations produce the best software people possible. We need software engineers who have a solid knowledge of both technology and processes and an understanding of the broader Air Force mission. The heroes of the next century may well be computer and software people. That was in the 1950s. And although a dashing fighter pilot was the front man, the real hero of the movie was the information warrior.
Software is key to our future success.
Our challenge then is to exploit new technology and employ mature software development processes to develop reliable, predictable, and maintainable software. We in the Air Force are excited about the possibilities, and with your help, we will be ready to step up to the challenges of software for the 21st century. This article is based on a speech Lt.