ICC – 08/10/24 – Week 2: Career Pathways and Employability

08/10/24 – Week 2: Career Pathways and Employability

Career Pathway of Interest – App/ Software Developer

Job Involvements

-develop new apps or create ‘mobile-friendly’ versions of websites

-work with other developers, designers and copywriters

-design prototypes to suit client needs

-write or amend computer code

-test software, find faults and fix problems

-write accurate notes about the development process

-keep up to date with new technology trends and tools

Skills Involved in Career Pathway

-maths knowledge

-the ability to write computer programs

-analytical thinking skills

-to be thorough and pay attention to detail

-to be thorough and pay attention to detail

-knowledge of systems analysis and development

-complex problem-solving skills

-persistence and determination

-to have a thorough understanding of computer systems and applications

Current Industry

-Microsoft -Adobe

-Google -Intuit

-Oracle -IBM

-Salesforce -ServiceNow

-SAP -ADP

How I will tailor my learning experience to help me on my journey

09/10/24 – 14:30-16:30 – HH_308 – Intro to Git and Github

16/10/24 – 14:30-16:30 – GB_G03 – Using the Command Line

23/10/24 – 14:30-16:30 – HH_308 – Fix you Python Installation

30/10/24 – 14:30-16:30 – GB_G03 – Intro to Python

20/11/24 – 14:30-16:30 – GB_G03 – Debugging Code

What questions would I ask someone in my chosen field?

-What are the career growth opportunities in software development?

-What is the process of workflow in app/ software development?

-How are projects prioritised and planned?

-What technology are you currently using?

-Who are some app/software developers that you look up to?

Reflection on today’s session

In today’s session we looked at various different career pathways within the Creative Computing industry… we looked at a list of different employment options and discussed ones that we were unsure of. I learned what a Creative Technologist does and while their role is diverse and varied, at its core it is focused on creating web layouts, online shops, products and marketing content and tackles problems utilising a mix of technology and design.