The field of programmers myth

ABSTRACT

The persistent public image of computing as a field of programmers has become a costly myth. Reversing it is possible but not easy.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.3 COMPUTERS AND EDUCATION
      K.3.2 Computer and Information Science Education

Additional Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.3 COMPUTERS AND EDUCATION
      K.3.m Miscellaneous
  K.7 THE COMPUTING PROFESSION
      K.7.3 Testing, Certification, and Licensing