It seems (althought I don't presume to be an expert) that
programmers with rare talents such as COBOL get paid more
than an average programmer but are often more expandable as
well. Knowing only COBOL may get you a job that pays over
100k but if you get fired you will have a hard time finding
another job.



--- Nuno Berneaud <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> Hello Brett
> 
> On  8 Jan 2007, you wrote:
> 
> >> So, can you tell what languages should I aim for? I
> know this is probably
> >> a too broad subject, but some basic guidelines would
> be welcome.
> 
> > I would go with C++. Stay away from COBOL, you'll hate
> it. I'm amazed
> > it is still around. :-)
> 
> I was told it was the best bet, since there are very few
> programmers around...
> :)
> He's in the banking business and apparently COBOL is
> still big there.
> 
> Bye,
> 
> Nuno
> 
> 


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