The purpose of the following is to help learners discover more about computer programming before they enroll.

This is not an aptitude or a pre-admission test. The exercises and information are intended to provide frank disclosure of the demands of this college program and career in order to help improve the student/program fit - in other words, this is a Reality Check.

We hope that the following pages will inspire readers to stop and think about a career in programming, to follow up on the links to further information, and to seek advice from college counsellors about this exciting and challenging field.