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Design and development of code that can be executed by a computer or a computational device to obtain a result of computation or carry out a specific task. Includes programmable robots, toys, programming games and applications such as Scratch. Does not include [video-games]. Synonyms: coding, software development, software engineering. For questions regarding computer use, including access, entertainment, and education, use [computer].

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My son wants to do competitive programming

Hence employers look for evidence of programming ability from outside formal courses. Also universities are likely to take this kind of thing into account in their admissions too. … It confirmed that he had a real bent towards programming, which he now does professionally. So overall I would encourage your son to do this, although with limits. …
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