Why am learning programming and whether it is a worthy venture

nabulo vivian
Sep 3, 2018 · 3 min read

Computer programming is the process of writing instructions that get executed by computers. The instructions, also known as code, are written in a programming language which the computer can understand and use to perform a task or solve a problem.

Am learning programming because of the reasons that follow

I’m interested in programming as a long term profession

This started when I pursued a bachelor’s degree in software engineering. Unfortunately, after my degree, I worked for a company in a field not related to software for at least 4 years. After saving some money to enable me go through the period that I will be learning programming, I resigned from my job to concentrate on programming. Why I want programming as a profession is that I love the challenge (The fact that I have to keep on learning since technology keeps on changing makes it challenging for me, and also the fact that in most cases programming is problem solving makes it challenging as well), am excited by computers and want to build a career creating websites, mobile apps , desktop programs but most importantly embedded systems. Least but not least I want to earn a living out of it such that I can improve my life as well. I also want to be more productive, efficient and effective.

Programming is becoming an essential to every industry.

I believe I can truly make a difference using Technology. For every technology that is used, there is software that was programmed by a programmer. Technology is having a deep, lasting impact on nearly every industry in the world since computers and software are being used often by everyone. Take an example, many people use mobile applications on their phones, many businesses have websites, Artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things are set to transform the way we live. Because programming is becoming an essential part to every industry, I want to become part of it. I want to know the secrete behind the technology that we are using. I want after learning programming, to be am capable of contributing to the technology world through solving problems and challenges facing the industry at that particular moment.

Change the World

Computer science has changed the way we work and communicate. It has eliminated borders and distances between people. Thanks to programmers, a thing as small as a smartphone can offer countless opportunities for entertainment, education, communication, and shopping.

I want to impact on the world by creating applications that will simplify and improve billions of people’s lives on the globe like 3D printing of human organs, self-driving cars and trucks, space taxis, face-detecting systems, smart houses and all kinds of robots. It does not have to be sophisticated, even a simple application works provided it will be able to simplify the work of an individual or organisation and solve the problem they are facing at hand. For example, In my previous job, some of my responsibility was to handle refund of 18% value added tax (VAT) for diplomats at the Embassy where I was required to calculate 18% of the total amount on the tax invoice. I developed a simple application that helped me calculate 18% VAT within the blink of an eye instead of using a calculator that would consume a lot of time for me to complete the task .

Programming offers more remote work opportunities than most other professions.

As more work is done on computers and internet connections get faster and more reliable, remote work is becoming more common. The Computer/IT industry ranks among those offering the most work-from-home jobs. This is important to me, as I value work-life balance and time with my family. The time I spend traveling to work can be used to do something very useful in programming. Remote work not only gives me that time, but also allows me the freedom to live wherever I wish without being concerned about the distance to the office or the need to find a new job.

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