is a computer career for me? 3d animation/graphic design and programmer/software developer by teegan...
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IS A COMPUTER CAREER FOR ME?3 D A N I M A T I O N / G R A P H I C D E S I G N A N D P R O G R A M M E R / S O F T W A R E D E V E L O P E R
BY T E E G A N S H A N T Z
IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM
If I were to train for a career in computers, would 3D animation/Graphic Designer or a Programmer/Software Developer better suited to me?
ANALYZE THE PROBLEM PART 1
What do I already know about the problemRequirements
Graphic Designer Talented in design and creating visuals(may not be able to
learn in training). Good understanding of the software programs being used to
create the visual designs.
Software developer Basic to extensive understanding of a programming language. Most job positions require the ability to help develop a
program, they require several years of past experience or a degree.
Ability to work with people and communicate.
ANALYZING THE PROBLEM PART 2
Similarities in both careers Both careers require working at a computer
Differences between the careers
Software developer High difficulty because learning a programming language is like learning
a second language Isn’t as much requirement to work with people
Graphic designer Medium to high difficulty due to programs used to create a graphic, edit
a photo, or create a 3D image are very complex Required to work with others; good communication is needed
BRAINSTORM IDEAS
Possible solutions
Ask someone who is in the trade about their job
Research about the specific job
Compare the jobs and see which one you prefer
Take personality test (Myers Briggs)
See which job leans more toward your personality type
Try some aspects of each job and see which one you prefer
PRIORITIZE THE IDEAS
Pros and Cons of ideas
Ask someone who is in the trade about their job
Pro: Answers almost all questions
Con: You don’t get to see what it’s like first-hand
Try some aspects of each job and see which job you prefer
Pro: Understanding of the job itself and what is required
Con: Have to spend time understanding what you have to do in job
Research the specific jobs
Pro: Find a lot out about a job
Con: May not find the information you need
See which job leans more toward your personality type
Pro: Understanding of work place surroundings and environment
Con: No real understanding of what is required to do the job
LIST THE STEPS TAKEN FOLLOWING THE CHOSEN SOLUTION
Solution chosen
Try some aspects of each job and see which job you prefer
Options of doing so:
- Teach yourself
- Try it in school as a course
- Ask a sibling (if they’re nice enough) or a friend who has some or a lot of experience with aspects of the job
- Ask somebody works as a Software Developer or Graphics designer to show you
EVALUATE/TEST THE SOLUTIONS
Currently taking a computer course
Can’t decide yet
Haven’t tried enough aspects in each job.