How is programming like, and what are the traits of a programmer?

1. Programming Is
Dedication
Anthony Eli Agbenu
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2. Hello,
I will keep these slides short, and get straight to
the point.
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3. These are some truths I have come to learn
about being a programmer.
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4. It’s in 2 parts
1. The profession.
2. The person.
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5. First, the profession.
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6. Programming is confidence
If you think you are incompetent, you are bound
to fail.
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7. Programming is repetition
If you do it often enough, it becomes
second nature.
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8. Next, let’s cover the person.
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9. Programming is dedication
Programmers are not geniuses.
They are normal people who
must come up with intuitive
solutions.
They just do it on a daily
basis.
Watch the 1995 movie Apollo 13
and you will understand what I
mean.
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10. Programmers are workaholics
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11. Programmers attempt the
impossible
Who does not want
to be a David slaying
a Goliath?
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12. These are the few truths I have learnt.
Thanks for your time.
Regards,
Eli.
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