How to become an analyst programmer
Write, test, design and develop computer software and programs.
What does an analyst programmer do?
Duties and tasks
Analyse and develop system programmes based on user needs and requirements.
Evaluate existing systems to identify and understand limitations and deficiencies with processes, procedures and methods.
Work closely with business stakeholders to gather technical requirements to inform the design and development of a system to specifications.
Ensure programs run to specifications through testing, debugging, diagnosing and correcting errors in applications programming language within testing protocols, guidelines and quality standards.
Develop requirements documentations and system plans.
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