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Celebrate Programmers Day and recognize the hard work of coders everywhere - from web developers to app makers, thank a coder today!
Celebrate Programmers Day on Sep. 13 and honor the amazing work of software developers, coders and programmers! This day was created in 2009 to recognize the important role that these tech professionals have in our daily lives--from developing mobile apps to creating new ways of connecting with people around the world. So take some time out of your day to thank a programmer for all their hard work!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Early Programming Languages</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 1800s, the foundation for modern computer programming was laid with the development of early programming languages like Assembly and FORTRAN.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1957</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>FORTRAN Released</div><div class='timeline-text'>IBM released FORTRAN, one of the first high-level programming languages designed for scientific, engineering, and mathematical work.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>C Language Developed</div><div class='timeline-text'>Invented by Dennis Ritchie at AT&T's Bell Labs, C became one of the most influential programming languages for its efficiency and flexibility.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of C++</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bjarne Stroustrup developed C++, a language built upon C that included features like classes and objects, introducing the world to object-oriented programming.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Java Programming Language Launched</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sun Microsystems launched Java, promising "Write Once, Run Anywhere" functionality, which made it a cornerstone for web-based software.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inauguration of Programmers Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Programmers Day was marked for the first time to honor the hard work of coders, developers, and programmers around the globe.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a hackathon</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your programming friends and challenge them to a hackathon. Create a fun and unique project that the group can work on together. It could be anything from creating an app to writing a script.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share coding tips</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Programmers Day is the perfect time to share coding tips with others. Reach out to other coders in your network and offer advice or help for any issues they may be facing. You can also join online forums and chat rooms where people are discussing coding problems.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a blog post</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write a blog post about Programmers Day, talking about its importance and what it means to you as a programmer. Share some of your favorite resources, tips, and tricks for working smarter.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create something new</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge yourself by creating something new with your coding skills. Whether it's a website, app, game, or tool, use Programmers Day as motivation to push yourself and create something amazing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend an event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for local events celebrating Programmers Day such as tech talks, hackathons, meetups, and networking events. These events are great places to meet other coders and learn from each other.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Programmers create amazing things</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Programmers are the brains behind so many incredible inventions and advancements. From our phones and computers to robotics and artificial intelligence, it's their innovative work that helps shape our world and make life easier. So on Programmer's Day, let's take a moment to appreciate all the amazing things they do!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Programming is a valuable skill</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Programming skills can open up a variety of career opportunities, not just in technology fields but in any industry that uses computers or software. From finance to healthcare to media, having programming knowledge under your belt can be an invaluable asset in job hunting and gaining professional experience.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Programming teaches problem solving</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Not only does programming teach you valuable skills like coding and web development, it also teaches you how to think logically and solve problems efficiently. This ability can serve as an incredibly useful tool for any kind of project - from playing online video games to developing a new app!</p></div></div>
Programmers Day is celebrated on September 13th every year. In 2024, Programmers Day will occur on a Friday.
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