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Currently, computer programming is a very popular talked about topic. Schools are even adding coding to their curriculum. Hence, it is no surprise that knowing how to code is quite important for a computer technology-related career.

Computer programmers will always be in high demand. It is a very rewarding career but requires dedication. You can work remotely or in the office and have a very flexible work schedule. Read on to know if this career is a good fit for you.

The world needs more computer programmers to meet the demand in software engineering, mobile development, game development, web development and many other specialized roles. All of these heavily rely on programming.

People with a bachelor's degree in computer science have an advantage in getting computer programming jobs. It will also help if you have a degree in a related field like maths. But, you do not need a degree to land a computer programming job; many successful self-taught computer programmers come from different backgrounds. If you work hard and practice, it is possible to get a computer programming job without a degree.

Anyone can learn how to code. For a career in coding, you can choose the traditional route - an engineering degree. With a couple of tech internships, landing a full-time job will be easy. You can also slowly get into computer programming from any career. All you have to do is learn online and keep practising. There are various free online programming courses available at Glow & Lovely Careers (formerly known as Fair & Lovely Career Foundation).

Computer programming skills can land you a wide range of jobs. These include:

  • Web developer
  • Mobile app developer
  • Software engineer
  • Game developer
  • Task automation programmer
  • Database Engineer
  • Business intelligence analyst
  • Data analyst

A coder usually has the following responsibilities:

  • Debug existing software by writing and testing codes to resolve inconsistencies

  • Write and develop in-house software programmes that are fully functional to meet company goals

  • Develop software patches and fix bugs

  • Perform regular audits to identify any inefficiencies. Resolve them immediately

  • Solve problems with the teams and produce unique solutions

  • Regularly write and update technical documents for reference (both internal and external)

    On average, in India, a computer programmer earns INR 4,87,203. Coding is not a very stressful job but requires long hours in front of a computer. Depending on your employers, deadlines may be tight, and the lack of physical activity may feel draining. Sometimes programming requires lots of trial and error. Most tasks are challenging but rewarding too. If problem-solving is something you enjoy, you will most likely enjoy programming. Take thecareer test by Glow & Lovely Careers (formerly known as Fair & Lovely Career Foundation) to check if you will enjoy computer programming as a career option.

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Prepare With These Free Online Tests for a Career in ISRO and Take Your Dreams to the Space

If you have an aptitude for science and the thought of exploring space excites you, you must consider a career with ISRO. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has a written exam for hiring engineers, technicians, and scientists each year. The ISRO Centralized Recruitment Board conducts these exams. There is an age limit for various posts. Please cross-check your eligibility. All the information like the number of vacancies, educational qualifications, and selection criteria is put up on the ISRO official website. The ISRO selection process takes place in two phases: Written exam and interview. The final candidates are selected based on their performance in the interview. Coming to how to prepare a strategy to crack the ISRO entrance exam, the candidates must take into account that there is no fixed syllabus. But, you must check out the GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) question papers for the previous years. It has been observed that at least 10 to 15 data questions from the GATE tests are repeated in the ISRO entrance exam. The students who have cracked the ISRO exam insist that time management skills are of utmost importance. You can improve upon this skill by taking the ISRO Online Practice Test Series. Register on the Glow and Lovely Careers website (formerly known as Fair \& Lovely Career Foundation). It is a simple process. You can register using your Google or Facebook account too. Once you've created your account with Glow and Lovely Careers, you will get access to our online courses and tests. We've partnered with Testbook along with other educational portals. Click on the Other Govt. Exams tab to take [free online ISRO mock tests](https://www.glowandlovelycareers.in/en/online-tests/other-govt-exams/testbook/5a794c8c3e88a20f7fb855a4/isro). Currently, there are 4 tests available in this section. The title of the test will give you information about the year this test appeared and for which post. Click on the relevant test. You'll be directed to the Testbook website where you can take the mock test. Do read the General Instructions before taking the tests. There are many advantages to taking the ISRO online test series. Firstly, it helps you become familiar with the exam pattern. It is one of the easiest ways to identify your strengths and weaknesses. You will also understand what kind of weightage is carried by different topics. For example, questions on digital communications carry more marks as compared to questions on analog communication. You can choose to omit a few topics. However, this must be done carefully. You have to attempt at least 50 questions. Every minute counts. But, if you focus more on a difficult topic, you may not have the time to revise a relatively easy topic that can fetch you some easy marks. So, it is important to study the ISRO online test series carefully and understand what topics can increase your overall score. If you are thinking of giving a competitive exam, the sooner you start, the better it is. **Quick Tips/Tricks:** Take the same mock test multiple times. Ensure that there is a considerable gap between each attempt. It will help you compare your scores and keep track of your improvements.