| Job Title |
Computer Programmer |
| Job Description |
Converts Data From Project Specifications And Statements Of
Problems And Procedures To Create Or Modify Computer Programs:
Prepares, Or Receives From Systems Analyst (profess. & Kin.)
030.167-014, Detailed Workflow Chart And Diagram To Illustrate
Sequence Of Steps That Program Must Follow And To Describe
Input, Output, And Logical Operations Involved. Analyzes
Workflow Chart And Diagram, Applying Knowledge Of Computer
Capabilities, Subject Matter, And Symbolic Logic. Confers With
Supervisor And Representatives Of Departments Concerned With
Program To Resolve Questions Of Program Intent, Data Input,
Output Requirements, And Inclusion Of Internal Checks And
Controls. Converts Detailed Logical Flow Chart To Language
Processable By Computer. Enters Program Codes Into Computer
System. Inputs Test Data Into Computer. Observes Computer
Monitor Screen To Interpret Program Operating Codes. Corrects
Program Errors, Using Methods Such As Modifying Program Or
Altering Sequence Of Program Steps. Writes Instructions To
Guide Operating Personnel During Production Runs. Analyzes,
Reviews, And Rewrites Programs To Increase Operating Efficiency
Or To Adapt Program To New Requirements. Compiles And Writes
Documentation Of Program Development And Subsequent Revisions.
May Train Workers To Use Program. May Assist Computer Operator
(clerical) 213.362-010 To Resolve Problems In Running Computer
Program. May Work With Systems Analyst (profess. & Kin.) To
Obtain And Analyze Project Specifications And Flow Charts. May
Direct And Coordinate Work Of Others To Write, Test, And Modify
Computer Programs.
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