Core 1 Part 2

In the realm on Computer Science there exists an enormous amount of technologies and skills (namely because this is where technology comes from). The two major fields that I am interested in is IT (Information Technology) and Computer Programming. These fields are different in their own respects, but also have some similarities. Upon doing research, I have found what I will be mastering in order to be successful in either one of these fields.
For the IT route, I have to be able to handle large amounts of data and keep track of what is lost or in the wrong place. The primary tool of the IT field is the computer, with various other less important tools that need to be used at specific times. Now within the computer, this is where all of the labor takes place. A stronghold of how the computer functions is necessary, in addition to a mastery of certain programs. A few programs are – Visual Studio, Putty (to connect to Unix servers), Beyond Compare (compare files in production and development) and QWS3270, which is used to connect to main frames. The languages most often used are Sequel Server and Oracle.
For the Computer Programming route, a different but similar list of skills and technologies is required. For the computer programmer an array of business technology is being used. The structure technology includes data bases, web based applications and client- server applications. Some of the most basic technologies that I need I already use, for instance Microsoft Excel (client – server). For networking security purposes, one needs to be familiar with creating and handling firewalls and routers. There is an abundance of languages for their respective purposes, but the main three are PL Sequel, Java Server Faces and Flex.
As I grow and become more advanced in my knowledge I will take classes correlating to a portion of these skills. But what I am doing now, as said by the professionals I interviewed, is an excellent cornerstone that demonstrates the basics of both fields. This is what I will take on to the more advanced courses. In addition I will gain experience by continuing my own research outside of school and participating in all that I can(both my father and uncle are in this field). This all will(hopefully) culminate into a degree and a successful career.