Re: ANNOUNCE: Vacant Job Positions

<cpearson@enuxsa.eas.asu.edu> wrote: >Software engineering and GOOD code writing is more than just sitting in >front of your keyboard and banging out a program. As most of you know, >writing the damn thing is just the first step. As I'm sure you're aware, it's not even the first step... the problem analysis comes first. >And then there are the so called "liberal arts" classes. Good communication >skill and the ability to work in problem solving teams are just as important >as your programming skill. They also give you "domain knowledge" which many companies pay big bucks for. There's a reason why analysts often make more money than "mere" programmers. In my mind, the ideal combination is a BS in CS with a strong minor in some other area, or a major in some area with a strong minor in CS. -- Jon Bell <jtbell@presby.edu> | "The Internet grows hyper- Dept. of Physics and Computer Science | bolically, but is usually Presbyterian College | described elliptically." Clinton, South Carolina USA | -- Dr. Internet