Re:How I learned to code in my 30s
by speedplane on Friday June 30, 2017 @04:04AM
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Just two points:
> Programming jobs are a great practical employment solution
I entirely agree, but I wouldn't discount a "great practical employment solution." Compared to the alternatives, programming jobs often pay better, have a much better lifestyle, and are far more gratifying. Very few get exceedingly wealthy, but it's a very respectful position where you get to use your intellect.
> personally I feel compelled ... to seek out further innovation on the application side I have this sense that there needs to be far more crossover than there is presently.
Ideally, everyone would be an expert programmer AND an expert in something else. Having a strong command of a programming language is much like having a strong command of the English language. It's a valuable skill, but far more valuable if you have something interesting to say.
> Programming jobs are a great practical employment solution
I entirely agree, but I wouldn't discount a "great practical employment solution." Compared to the alternatives, programming jobs often pay better, have a much better lifestyle, and are far more gratifying. Very few get exceedingly wealthy, but it's a very respectful position where you get to use your intellect.
> personally I feel compelled ... to seek out further innovation on the application side I have this sense that there needs to be far more crossover than there is presently.
Ideally, everyone would be an expert programmer AND an expert in something else. Having a strong command of a programming language is much like having a strong command of the English language. It's a valuable skill, but far more valuable if you have something interesting to say.