Subj : What things should successful programmers-to-be learn right now?
To   : comp.programming
From : Rick D.
Date : Fri Jul 01 2005 02:52 pm

Hi all,

What are the most important things successful programmers-to-be should
learn right now, to have a shot at a great career ?

Is it just a matter of learning C#, the .NET api, and visual studio
these days. Or is .NET highly overhyped and should they focus on more
conservative languages like C++, JAVA or even VB ? And what
frameworks, api's, design methods and other skills will be relevant in
a few years time.

Or should they consider an alternative career altogether, because the
90's are over and careers in the software industry are not at all
rewarding anymore both intellectually and financially. And things may
get even worse in a few years time.

I'd really like to hear other people's perspectives, ideas and
insights on this.

Best regards,
Rick D.

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