Computer Programming’s Future
It is reasonable to assume that the field of computer programming has a promising future. For what reason is that? The days of the wealthy and powerful having the means to further their education are over. These days, almost every home has a computer of some kind. A large number of really bright people are always thinking of new ways to advance computer programming.
If they want to follow their dream of becoming computer programmers, they need to start at the bottom of the academic ladder, in elementary school. Young brains are now being exposed to computer programming. The majority of schools now incorporate lessons on programming languages and development tools into their curricula.
However, this goal remains unfulfilled. One day soon, learning how to code (rather than merely using a computer) will be as commonplace as learning to read, write, or do basic math. Teens are showing encouraging results in programming exercises and can take charge of many virtual worlds in a matter of days, according to a study, suggesting that this vision is gradually coming to fruition.
Learning how to program for the masses is an ongoing effort. Creativity and productivity will flourish when the designs of software are easily explained to even the most basic citizen. But how will computers be programmed in the years to come? Does it rely more on engineering or art? Maybe even both?
Gordon Morrison, a well-known computer architect, has lately said that computer programming has become an art form. If this is the case, then the state of programming knowledge is chaotic and subject to change. He goes on to say that programming’s future stability can be achieved by shifting it into engineering, a more precise form.
Looking at the current job market for computer programmers might provide some insight into the field’s potential future growth. Think about these job possibilities: Mainframe operating systems, database management software, and communication networks can all be installed and maintained by a single system programmer. Compilers or utility programmers are also possible careers for them.
Looking at current television shows and science fiction films is another great approach to predicting what the future holds for computer programming. Back in the day, viewers were astounded by the talking robots and computers featured in the TV show The New Adventures of Wonder Woman. Those are not impossible tasks to complete today.
While hardware has made enormous strides in recent years, software development has lagged far behind. Software processes are currently in an uncertain state, leaving users to question if anything will actually change. This image has not yet taken hold, despite expectations that programming languages will soon enter their fifth generation, rendering the most recent languages outdated. Which begs the question: has the software industry peaked? Is that all there will be? Could this possibly be the limit?
There have been some updates to new languages, but overall, they’re still in their early stages of development. It remains at the same level. Maybe the technological ceiling that would prevent computer programming from progressing further is software. Possibly, though.
The most recent developments in computer programming are the result of the incessant labor of many brilliant brains. At this stage, all we can do is wait and see what happens. Indeed, all we could do was speculate.