Computers and Programming (Career Launcher)

Computer programmers and software developers are employed in nearly every industry in the United States. The computer systems design and related services industry is projected to be among the fastest-growing industries in the economy over the 2006 to 2016 period. Computer technology is constantly changing, and there is always demand for skilled, knowledgeable workers, who can keep up with new programs, practices, and equipment. Because computer use is so pervasive, it is possible for programmers to find opportunities in almost any field of interest.