Work as a Python programmer: characteristics, advantages and disadvantages

With the development of information technology, more and more companies are striving to optimize work processes through programming. Indeed, in many ways, the well-being of the business depends on the competence of the developer. So, for example, world-famous giants - Google, YouTube, Instagram and Yandex, owe much of their success to the skilled work of Python programmers.

Python is a universal programming language. It was created by Dutch specialist Guido Van Rossum in 1991. Today it is one of the four most popular in the world.

By the way, such popular Internet services as Avito, Yandex, Google, Reddit, Mail, Pinterest use programs in development, written in this programming language.

Work as a Python programmer involves the development and technical support of software, monitoring the correct work of employees with programs and services, drawing up instructions and technical documentation.

This profession requires attentiveness and perseverance.

Like any specialty, it has several advantages.

• Demand in the job market. The popularity of the Python language is growing. The number of offers is increasing every year. However, there are few specialists who are fluent in this programming language.
• Low entry threshold. This means that unlike other programming languages, Python does not require much time and efforts to master it.
• The possibility of self-study. In addition to acquiring knowledge at a university, You can learn the language individually. This is the most common way, since there are many courses, training sites and video materials on the Internet.
• A big library. About this theme a lot of suitable literature and documentation in Russian.
• Short deadlines for training. Especially Python can be quickly mastered by programmers with knowledge of more complex languages. For example, C ++ or Java.
• A large community of knowledgeable professionals. They are always ready to help novice programmers understand the codes.
• Good salary. The amount of payment depends on experience, level of technical training, availability of recommenders. For beginners, the average cost of a project on freelance exchanges ranges from 500 to 1,000 dollars. That is, a novice developer is able to earn up to 60 thousand rubles a month, while experienced specialists can receive from 200 thousand.
• The ability to work remotely. Freelance politics is not much different from regular employment. Especially when it comes to the long term.

However, there are disadvantages:

• required work experience - usually not less than 2-3 years;
• the difficulty of finding work in small towns - Highly paid vacancies are concentrated in big cities;
• the need to know the main programming language, nFor example, Java, PHP. Python is considered an additional language.

A good developer should know:

1. Python syntax, libraries, frameworks (if you are interested in web development, it is better if it is Django);
2. programming basics, data structures, OOP;
3. HTML, CSS, AJAX, Canvas, Web Sockets;
4. principle of work with jQuery, Java, JavaScript, C, C ++;
5. database management systems;
6. GIT version control systems;
7. technical English.

And also necessary skills:

1. understand someone else’s code;
2. work in a team.

In employment, employers often look not for a diploma, but for knowledge and work experience. Therefore, it is not necessary to specifically graduate from a university, you can study the language yourself or take special courses. Especially since anyone with a technical background can master it and never worked as a programmer.

Benefits will help in self-education Learning Python, Python Programming Mark Lutz or Eric Matiz Edition “Learning Python. Game programming, data visualization, web applications. ” Despite the large volume, they allow you to quickly and easily understand the topic.

Book for beginners "Python for children" D. Briggs. The basics of the specialty are revealed in it, ways of writing the first program and game are given.

They will allow faster and easier to master the material. Usually training takes 2-6 months. They have a lot of attention focuses on the basics of language, homework and tasks for beginners are given. This method allows you to build a portfolio of completed projects.

Found on the Internet many educational services and lecture blogs, video materials and teaching aids for programming.

Finding a mentor who is ready to hire an assistant with no work experience is the easiest and most convenient way. He will analyze the code and point out errors. Find an experienced friend possible on special sites.

By the way, there is a convenient mobile application in Russian, allowing you to complete Python learning assignments, playing with other participants. At the end of the training, a certificate is also issued.

In order to get a prestigious position, you must:

1. Professionally write a resume. In the absence of work experience, you can place links to completed projects. But in any case, information about this should be truthful.
2. Have a good portfolio. Since the first impression plays a decisive role, it is better to arrange the most interesting works at the beginning.

In general, the level of training of programmers is of three types.

Implied little work experience or its complete absence. Such a developer is able to solve simple problems, but to accomplish difficult he needs an experienced mentor.

Work experience for this level is usually 1-3 years. The programmer is capable of solving complex problems and writing serious applications. He can participate in team work on the project and work independently.

Such a developer is able to perform tasks of any complexity, since this level requires a lot of practice and knowledge.

Also when looking for work It is advisable to make useful contacts through networking. This is a great opportunity to express yourself, besides surrounded by enthusiastic specialists easier to master programming skills.

A good idea is creating a business card website or blog, which will contain links to completed projects.