Entrepreneurship & Programming Competencies Lesson Summary

Question-and-answer flashcards covering entrepreneurial traits, PEC assessment, programming competencies, specialization areas, and career options mentioned in the lesson summary.

What is the main focus of the lesson summarized on Page 20?

Understanding what it takes to be an entrepreneur and a competent computer programmer.

Which self-assessment tool was emphasized to evaluate one’s entrepreneurial readiness?

Assessing one’s Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies (PECs).

Why is assessing Personal Entrepreneurial Competencies (PECs) important?

It reveals which entrepreneurial traits are strong and which need improvement.

Name two key outcomes of studying and assessing PECs.

1) Identifying existing entrepreneurial traits; 2) Pinpointing areas for improvement to become a better entrepreneur.

What distinguishes the competency requirements of a computer programmer from those of an entrepreneur?

Programmers must acquire rigorous technical skills to develop software, while entrepreneurs focus on business-oriented competencies.

List four specialization areas a programmer can pursue.

Systems programming, applications programming, gaming development, and web development.

How do technical competencies benefit an aspiring programmer?

They enable specialization in a chosen programming field and proficiency in developing software.

Besides employment, what other professional path was highlighted for programmers in the lesson?

Starting and running their own programming business.

Which geographic context was discussed regarding career channels for programmers?

The various avenues available within the programmer’s home country.