Computer Programmers
Computer programmers in the geosciences develop and maintain software
and databases that are used to analyze and model Earth systems. They may
work in a variety of settings, including government agencies, research
institutions, private companies, and non-profit organizations to develop
new software or maintain existing systems. They may work on a number of
geoscience-related tasks, such as:
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Consulting with scientists, engineers, and other specialists to
determine the requirements of the software being developed or
maintained.
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Designing and implementing algorithms to solve specific problems in
Earth science.
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Writing code in programming languages such as Python, C++, Fortran,
and others to develop models to analyze data on climate, weather,
oceanography, and other geoscience concepts.
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Developing data management systems for storing and accessing large
amounts of geoscience data.
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Testing and debugging the software to ensure its accuracy and
reliability.
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Documenting code and creating user manuals or guides.
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