Computer Programming: a Career Guide for Seniors



Computer Programming: A Career Guide for Seniors

Alexis A. Gonzalez

Axia College of University of Phoenix

Computer Programming: A Career Guide for Seniors

    The principal objective of this paper is to convince high school seniors to enter computer

programming. The paper begins with a short introduction touching on the benefits of this career.

In paragraphs two to four there is a brief history reflecting on some of the milestones in

the field. This paper follows with a description of programming, followed by the

state of computer programming today, and where it can lead perspective seniors in their career.

Page seven describes the presentation to the students, followed by the reference page. The survey

results follow, then a graphic showing the results, followed by the Visio diagram outlining

the steps in the presentation for the seniors.
   

    A young person growing up in today’s world has countless opportunities to venture into. Competition is leading the way for excellence in the job market. One of the more rewarding opportunities today is a career in computer programming. Computer programming would be a great career choice for any high school student to pursue based on the benefits that it offers, including: salary, flexibility, and demand.

History
    Computer programming is nothing new, at least not in the way that it is perceived today. Dating as far back as the 1600’s early computers were first being envisioned and created. It was during this time that the very first calculating machine was invented. This early machine was capable of being programmed to do specific tasks.
    Then in 1835 an inventor named Charles Babbage conceived the Analytical Engine, which was the first programmable, mechanical computer. Although it was never made, it caught the attention of Lady Alba Lovelace who envisioned the machine writing music and playing chess. Lady Lovelace is credited as being the first computer... [continues]

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