People in ICT

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MARYJOY O. MACEDA
Famous People Behind Computers And
Technology
Sir Tim Berners-Lee is a British computer scientist who has
single-handedly changed the course of human history. In 1989,
he proposed a new information management system. A mere
eight months later, he received the first successful
communication from a Hypertext Transfer Protocol via the
internet. Since then, Berners-Lee’s initial proposal, the World
Wide Web, has become a vital part of nearly every household,
business, school, and government in the world. In 2012, he
was honored as the official inventor of the internet at the
Olympics Opening Ceremony in London. During the ceremony,
he live tweeted “This is for everyone,” words which were
instantly spelled out in LCD lights attached to chairs in the
crowd. Berners-Lee is currently the director of the World Wide
Web Consortium (W3C), through which he oversees the
internet’s continued development.
 Sergey Brin is the co-founder of Google, one
of the most profitable internet companies of all
time. He is an American computer scientist who
emigrated from the Soviet Union at age six. As a
PhD student at Stanford University, Brin and his
friend, Larry Page, crammed a bunch of cheap
computers into their dorm room and developed
Brin’s data mining system. The mining system
became so popular at Stanford, that the two
eventually decided to drop out, rent a garage, and
start Google. Since then, Brin’s personal wealth has
been estimated at more than $32 million. The
Economist has declared Brin an “Enlightened Man,”
which is an appropriate title considering Google’s
mission statement has always included the idea
that “knowledge is always good, and certainly
better than ignorance.”
 Larry Page is an American business
magnate and computer scientist best known for
co-founding Google. He is the inventor of
PageRank, the foundation of Google’s search
ranking algorithm and an important part of the
company’s initial success. Google has won
countless awards since its founding in 1998, and
Page himself has been named a Global Leader
for Tomorrow by the World Economic Forum,
and one of the most exciting innovators in the
world by MIT Technology Review. As of 2014,
Page’s estimated personal wealth exceeded $32
million, securing his spot as the 17th richest
man in the world.
 Mark Zuckberg is the American computer
programmer and internet entrepreneur
responsible for developing Facebook in his
Harvard dorm room. Facebook, Inc., for which
Zuckerberg currently serves as CEO, has
continued to grow exponentially since Zuckerberg
first moved the company to Palo Alto, California.
The social media website currently boasts over 1
billion users worldwide. Every year since 2010,
Time magazine has included Zuckerberg on their
lists of the 100 wealthiest people, most
influential people, and as part of their annual
Person of the Year feature. Though his official
salary as CEO of Facebook is exactly $1,
Zuckerberg’s personal wealth is estimated at
$33.1 billion.
 As the co-founder and former chief
executive of Microsoft, the world’s largest
personal-computer software company, the name
Bill Gates has become synonymous with computer
science. Gates and his Microsoft co-founder Paul
Allen started Microsoft in the Poker Room of the
Currier House at Harvard University. As the
company grew, Gates became known as the
entrepreneur behind the personal computer
revolution. Since retiring from Microsoft, Gates
has become better known as a business magnate,
philanthropist, and investor, though he will always
be best known as a computer programmer and
inventor. He is consistently ranked on the Forbes
list of wealthiest people and is currently the
second richest person in the world.
 South African-born Elon Musk is best
known as the business magnate, investor, and
inventor responsible for founding companies
like SpaceX, Tesla Motors, and SolarCity, and
for his futuristic (and currently only
hypothetical) high-speed transportation
system known as the Hyperloop. But Musk
makes this list because he is the designer of
PayPal, the revolutionary online program
through which users can pay bills, collect fees,
manage purchases, and more. Though Musk
has since passed along the main
responsibilities of PayPal, he currently acts as
the CEO and CTO, CEO, and Chairman of
SpaceX, Tesla Motors, and SolarCity
respectively.
 Finnish-born Linus Torvalds is the creator of
Linux, a popular open source operating system. Linux
has been adapted into thousands of variations, and
many web servers run using the system. Torvalds,
who currently acts as Linux’s project coordinator, is
also the creator of Git, a revision control system, and
Subsurface, a diving log software. In 2012, Torvalds
was honored by the Technology Academy Finland
with the Millennium Technology Prize in recognition
of his creation of the Linux kernel.
 Swedish-born David Axmark is one of the
founders of MySQL AB and a developer of MySQL,
both of which are free database servers. Axmark
has been involved with free software since 1980,
and has proven himself committed to developing
the business model for free open-source software.
In 2010, he became the director of OrangeHRM,
the world’s most popular open-source human
resource management software. In 2012, Axmark
announced the development of his newest project,
the MariaDB Foundation, a community-developed,
MySQL relational database management system.
 John D. Carmack is a successful
programmer of game software. He is the co-
founder of id Software, and the current lead
programmer of related id Computer Games, the
company behind such popular games as
Commander Keen, Wolfenstein 3D, Doom, Quake,
and their sequels. Carmack is best known for his
innovations in 3D graphics, including “adaptive tile
refresh,” “raycasting,” “binary space partitioning,”
“surface caching,” “Carmack’s Reverse,” and
“Mega Texture technology,” among others. These
innovations have been licensed for use and
implemented into the design of other influential,
first-person shooter games, including Call of Duty,
Half-Life, and Medal of Honor.
 Ben Goodger is a New
Zealand-born British software
engineer. After starting his career
with the Netscape
Communications Corporation,
Goodger began working with the
Mozilla Foundation, where he was
a lead developer of the popular
Firefox web browser. Currently,
Goodger is a lead in the user
experience department at Google,
where his main focus is the
continued development and
success of Google Chrome.
 John Resig is an entrepreneurial
software engineer and developer of jQuery,
the multi-browser JavaScript library which
functions by simplifying the client-side of
HTML. In addition to working as a JavaScript
programmer, Resig is a published author,
blogger, programmer for the Mozilla
Corporation, and current application
developer for the Khan Academy. He has
contributed to a number of JavaScript
libraries, including processing.js, EnvJS,
TestSwarm, Sizzle, and FUEL. He is a
frequent presenter at SXSW, Webstock, MIX,
and Tech4Africa.
 James Gosling is a software developer
best known for his participation in the
development of the popular Java
programming language. Gosling is generally
credited with creating the original Java
design, and implementing the original
compiler and virtual machine. Though he
started his career with Sun Microsystems,
Gosling left the company when it was
acquired by the Oracle Corporation, citing
the “ethical challenges” of remaining. In
2011, he was hired by Google, but left five
months later to join the start-up Liquid
Robotics. In 2002, Gosling was awarded The
Economist Innovation Award, and in 2007, he
was named an Officer in the Order of
Canada, the second highest civilian honor.
 MANAGEMENT GROUP
COMPUTER MANAGER
Most organizations have a team of workers in their
IT department, and these workers are supervised by
computer managers. These managers must be able to
make quick decisions, lead others, solve problems, and
communicate clearly. The standard academic
requirement for the field is a bachelor's degree, though
IT experience is essential.
Essential Information
Computer managers, often called information
systems managers, are responsible for the computer
and technology-related activities at their companies.
They typically need knowledge in both computer
technology and business practices. A bachelor's degree
in a computer-related field is a common starting point
for becoming a computer manager, though some
employers also require candidates to hold a master's
degree. Professional certifications may be helpful for
career advancement, and work experience in the
computer field is usually required.
 SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES GROUP
SYSTEMS ANALYST
A systems analyst is an IT professional who works on a
high level in an organization to ensure that systems,
infrastructures and computer systems are functioning as
effectively and efficiently as possible. System analysts carry
the responsibilities of researching problems, finding solutions,
recommending courses of actions and coordinating with
stakeholders in order to meet specified requirements. They
study the current system, procedures and business processes
of a company and create action plans based on the
requirements set.
SYSTEMS ANALYST
Systems analysts need to be familiar with
different operating systems, hardware
configurations, programming languages, and
software and hardware platforms. They can be
involved starting from the analysis phase of the
project until the post deployment assessment
review.
SYSTEMS ANALYST
Systems analysts transform user requests or
requirements into technical design specifications and
act as a liaison between clients/IT professionals and
technology vendors. The main responsibility of systems
analysts in the IT industry is to figure out how to solve a
problem by linking different computers or systems and
to specify what platform, protocols, software, hardware
and communications medium can be used to solve that
problem.
The job’s responsibilities may be summarized
as follows:
• Communicate with customers and stakeholders to learn and
document requirements in order to create a technical
specification
• Interact and coordinate with developers and implementers
• Help perform system testing
• Deploy the system
• Help with technical documentation like manuals
• Deliberate over post-project assessment
 PROGRAMMING GROUP
ICT PROGRAMMER
I.C.T. programmer write the code that enables software
applications to provide functionality. Microsoft Excel, for
example, can produce a chart or a graph based on data from a
spreadsheet because a computer programmer designed the
program to respond that way to user inputs. All software
programs are designed to respond to user inputs in different
ways, and detailed programs need to be able to respond to
seemingly countless combinations of inputs. It is the job of
computer programmers to make sure software programs
respond appropriately to users and provide the desired
functionality.
Computer Programmer Duties & Responsibilities

This job generally requires the ability to do the

following work:
• Know computer languages
• Write computer programs
• Update computer programs
• Troubleshoot programs
• Test software programs
• Collaborate with other programmers
 I.C.T. Programmers write code through
the use of computer languages, such as C++
and Java. Computer programmers create
instructions for computers to generate
meaningful output. Overall, it is the
responsibility of computer programmers to
write code and manipulate it into a language
that computers can understand and follow.
 COMPUTER OPERATIONS GROUP
ICT OPERATOR
A computer operator is the person responsible for monitoring
and controlling computer systems especially mainframe computer
systems in a company or organization. Responsibilities include
troubleshooting software and hardware problems, monitoring batch
processing, maintaining and improving system performance and online
availability, maintaining all system and application documentation, and
assisting personnel with computer problems. Other responsibilities
depend on the employer but might include system backups,
maintaining computer room equipment including printers and tape
storage devices, and providing customer support.
 A computer operator may often be asked to know
or learn the main computers' operating systems, such
as IBM's OS/390 and its Job Entry Subsystem ( JES ),
local area network operation, and applications used by
an employer. A high school diploma is usually required.
Most employers also require formal technical training
or one to three years' experience. A computer operator
must effectively interact and communicate with others,
be able to work independently, have strong analytical
skills, and be able to recognize and respond to problem
situations.
 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ICT
• Analyst Programmer
Write, test, design and develop computer software and
programs.
• AV Technician
Provide technical support for the production, recording, and
broadcasting of media.
A subset of a larger performing arts technicians category,
inclusive of programs of an artistic, educational or newsworthy nature.
Roles include camera operator, gaffer, sound checker, and light and
sound technician.
 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ICT
• Business Analyst
Evaluate and develop technology systems to help businesses run
at optimal standards.
• Chief Information Officer
Watch over organisations’ IT and telecommunication systems.
As CIO or IT Director, you'll manage, organise and coordinate the
development and maintenance of an organisations computer and
telecommunication systems.
 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ICT
• Database and Systems Administrator and ICT
Security
Maintain and operate databases, computer systems, IT security
systems and networks.
Work in different types of organisations including information
technology and communication engineering departments. Develop and
implement security plans and procedures and optimise database and
management system programs. You must have a high level of expertise
in computer and security systems and excellent troubleshooting
capabilities.
 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ICT
• IT Manager
Organise and run IT departments in companies and
organisations.
• IT Sales Assistant
Sell computers and telecommunications products and services in
retail or wholesale institutions.
• IT Sales Professional
Facilitate selling hardware, software and other information and
communications technology.
 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ICT
• IT Security Specialist
Develop and maintain secure database management systems for
organisations.
• IT Support and Test Engineer
Follow procedures and strategies to support, manage and test
technical quality systems.
• IT Support Technician
Assist in the planning, installation and performance of computer
systems and technology.
 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ICT
• IT Trainer
Plan and conduct IT training programmes, and write user
manuals for clients.
• Library Technician
Set up and assist Librarians with proper organisation and
database management of library materials.
• Motion Graphics Designer
Use software and techniques to create digital or visual graphic images
for web, television and film.
 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ICT
• Network Professional
Analyse network strategies and make recommendations for
improvements.
Work with hardware and software to give businesses optimum
performance capabilities as well as provide user support and troubleshoot
and diagnose issues within the network.
• Programmer
Create and edit programs by converting the requirements of a project
into code.
Programmers also write and develop computer programs in order to
locate, retrieve, and store specific data, information, or documents. They
may also program specific websites.
 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ICT
• Software and Application Programmer
Develop and test new software as well as tweak and test existing
programs.
Software development has become a key aspect of technological
progress. This programming is done in accordance with established
standards designed to reflect specific technical requirements.
• Systems Analyst
Plan, implement, modify or coordinate data and information systems,
to meet business needs.
Analyse systems and processes including electronic data processing,
systems analysis, information systems and computer programming to meet
user requirements. Systems Analysts often act as a central resource,
providing guidance and assistance.
 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ICT
• Telecommunications Technical Specialist
Problem solve to update and maintain communications devices
and networks.
• Telecommunications Technician
Ensure that communications equipment is installed and
maintained properly.
When repairs are needed, they must be able to troubleshoot,
diagnose and fix problems with equipment, cables, aerial lines and
appliances. Telecommunications Technicians are essential to the way
that we live today and will in the future.
 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN ICT
• Telecommunications Trade Worker
Assist with the installation and maintenance of telecommunication
devices and networks.
• Test Analyst
Offer support and testing to create and maintain functional systems
based on technology.
These highly trained individuals manage and resolve technical issues
related to hardware, software, and programming.
• Web Developer
Specialise in website development, including design, structure and
layout.
Web Developers are responsible for all programming aspects for
websites and web applications. They’re employed across all types of
organisations from small to large size companies as well as being able to
work as freelancers and consultants.
 THE WORK OF AN ICT PROFESSIONAL
Information and communications technology (ICT)
professionals:
Conduct research, plan, design, provide advice and
improve information technology systems, hardware,
software and related concepts for specific applications;
develop associated documentation including principles,
policies and procedures; and design, develop, control,
maintain and support databases and other information
systems to ensure optimal performance and data integrity
and security. Typically people in this occupation will have
completed between three and six years of higher education.
THE WORK OF AN ICT PROFESSIONAL
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