What Makes a Pragmatic Programmer?

Question 1

What are the Characteristics of pragmatic programmer?

Answer 1

Early adopter/fast adapter, inquisitive, Critical thinker, realistic, Jack of all trades

Question 2

Early adopter/fast adapter

Answer 2

A pragmatic programmer has an instinct for technologies and techniques. He loves trying things out. He also adapts fast to new technologies.

Question 3

Inquisitive

Answer 3

You tend to ask questions. You want to understand the why

Question 4

Critical thinker

Answer 4

You rarely take things as given without first getting the facts.

Question 5

Realistic

Answer 5

You try to understand the underlying nature of each problem you face. This realism gives you a good feel for how difficult things are, and how long things will take.

Question 6

Jack of all trades

Answer 6

You try hard to be familiar with a broad range of technologies and environments, and you work to keep abreast of new developments. Although your current job may require you to be a specialist, you will always be able to move on to new areas and new challenges.