COMPUTER PROGRAMMING

 

  

Technology has a role in many facets of our everyday lives in today's world of mobile connectivity. The adage "there's an app for that" has only become more accurate with time, whether you're seeking for solutions to streamline your job or personal duties.

If you've ever wondered who the brains behind software development are, computer programmers and software designers are the answer. But what is the difference between computer programming and software design? Continue reading to learn more about these industries' job options and the skills you'll need to get started.

Definition of computer programming

A computer program is a set of instructions that are run on a computer to accomplish a certain goal. Programmers are in charge of writing this code. Programming is the process of providing computers with a set of instructions describing how to carry out a program. Programmers will devote their entire careers to studying a wide range of programming languages and tools in order to create excellent computer applications. To write source code, programmers will first use a code editor or IDE. This is a set of code in a programming language that can be read by other programmers.

Machines must interpret the instructions and execute the program, therefore source code must be transformed into machine language. Compiling is the process of transforming source code into machine code.

The programming languages C and C++ are examples of compiled programming languages.

Compilers aren't used in all languages. Instead, interpreters will read and execute the code in these languages.

JavaScript and PHP are both examples of interpreted programming languages.

The computer program can run once the code has been executed. Word processors, database systems, video games, and websites are all examples of distinct computer applications.

These computer programs enable us to interface with a variety of software devices and services, including phones, websites, and personal computers.

History of programming language

Many historians believe Ada Lovelace, who lived in the mid-nineteenth century, was the first to write a computer program. Luigi Federico Menabrea's writings on the Analytical Engine were translated by her.

Ada had added lengthy notes to this translation and devised a mechanism for the Analytical Engine to calculate Bernoulli numbers.

Computer codes were initially introduced through the work of mathematician Alonzo Church and the Turing machine.

Computers were invented in the 1920s, and the first programming languages were developed shortly after. The number of programming languages grew exponentially over the following century as machines and technology advanced.

Types of programming languages

There are hundreds of different programming languages available. Developers will first analyze the application's requirements before deciding on which languages to employ.

Here are few programming languages.

1. Python

          2. JavaScript

          3. C/C++

          4.Java

          5. C#

          6.Ruby

          7.PHP

Some of these languages are exclusive to a certain type of development, where others are more generic.

JavaScript is primarily utilized in web development and is often the first programming language that new web developers learn. JavaScript is also important in the development of mobile and video games.

Python is a programming language that may be used for a wide range of activities such as data analysis, machine learning and web programming.

Programming languages are divided into various categories. A handful of the many categories are listed below.

Machine learning is a low level programming language that uses just 0s and 1s to communicate (binary). The computer can execute high-level languages by compiling them into machine code.

An assembler compiles assembly language. Human code is converted to machine code by assemblers.

Procedural languages - before a program is run on the computer, it must go through a sequence of procedures. (Take Go and Julia, for example.)

Scripting languages are generally interpreted rather than compiled. Instead of being compiled into machine code, code will be read and executed by an interpreter. (JavaScript and PHP are two examples.)

Functional languages are based on the idea of constructing big programs from a set of smaller functions.

Types of Programming jobs

There are various types of jobs you can choose from. I will list them below with some short description.

Web Developer:

These types of programmers build application for the web. They will work with languages like HTML, CSS, JacaScript, PHP, Python and more.

Developer for mobile devices:

Developers that work in this field create apps for mobile devices. React Native, Swift, Flutter, Java, and Kotlin will be among the programming languages available.

Game Development

These programmers will create unique games for mobile, desktop, and console platforms. C++, C#, and Lua are examples of programming languages.

Small indie game studios as well as major international companies like Sony will employ these programmers.

Computer System Engineer

To work on complicated business applications, this career integrates computer science and engineering. Python, Java, and C++ will be among the programming languages available.

A formal bachelor's degree in computer science is the normal educational path. Salaries will be in the six-figure range.

Skills programmer should have

When it comes to creating computer programs, a skilled programmer will be responsible for a number of tasks.

Here are some of the most important programming skills.

Writing code that is both clean and efficient

resolving issues

Application testing

Errors ("bugs") in the code must be fixed.

Communication and listening skills are important.

Patience and perseverance Patience and perseverance are two qualities that might help you perform well in a team.

A programmer's job is to take the client's requirements and turn them into a robust functional application. Developers will devote a significant amount of effort to studying, constructing, correcting, and testing their code.

Developers will spend time after the application has been released maintaining it and improving it.

Conclusion

Both intellectually and financially, computer programming may be a very satisfying vocation. Programmers must be open to learning new skills and tackling difficult situations.

Web, mobile, game development, and systems engineering are just a few of the programming topics to investigate. Some industries will necessitate formal schooling, while others will allow self-taught programmers to work.

Here are couple of links that I find helpful in understanding and learning programming.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUgFMzuE8lQDeixpbP3s6EyQx8PiNdeQL

https://www.freecodecamp.org

I hope you found this essay helpful, and I wish you the best of luck in your programming endeavors.

Sources:

1. https://www.khanacademy.org/computing/computer-programming

2. https://www.freecodecamp.org

3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_programming