Convert project specifications and statements of problems and procedures to detailed logical flow charts for coding into computer language. Develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information. May program web sites.

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• Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.
• Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.
• Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program.
• Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.
• Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.
• Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
• Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.
• Write or contribute to instructions or manuals to guide end users.
• Investigate whether networks, workstations, the central processing unit of the system, or peripheral equipment are responding to a program's instructions.
• Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language.
• Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software as a systems programmer.
• Consult with and assist computer operators or system analysts to define and resolve problems in running computer programs.
• Assign, coordinate, and review work and activities of programming personnel.
• Collaborate with computer manufacturers and other users to develop new programming methods.
• Train subordinates in programming and program coding.

• Computer servers
• Desktop computers
• Mainframe computers
• Mainframe computers
• Serial port cards

Project management software

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

Word processing software

Charting software

Spreadsheet software

Content workflow software

Document management software

Data base management system software

Data base reporting software

Data base user interface and query software

Object oriented data base management software

Transaction server software

Configuration management software

Development environment software

Graphical user interface development software

Object or component oriented development software

Program testing software

Requirements analysis and system architecture software

Web platform development software

Compiler and decompiler software

Analytical or scientific software

Application server software

Operating system software