18 Russellville High School programming year 2 students recently passed the Python Certified Entry Level Programmer (PCEP) exam. Students who earned the credential demonstrated sufficient knowledge of universal concepts of computer programming, the syntax and semantics of Python language, as well as the skills in resolving typical implementation challenges.
PCEP is a professional credential that measures the candidate's ability to accomplish coding tasks related to the essentials of programming in the Python language.
This certification is valuable for:
aspiring programmers and learners interested in learning programming for fun and job-related tasks;
learners looking to gain fundamental skills and knowledge for an entry-level job role as a software developer, data analyst, or tester;
industry professionals wishing to explore technologies that are connected with Python, or that utilize it as a foundation;
team leaders, product managers, and project managers who want to understand the terminology and processes in the software development cycle to more effectively manage and communicate with production and development teams.
Python is either the highest-paid, or one of the highest-paid languages in all parts of the world today, and the salaries range between $90,000 and $130,000 a year (source: SalaryExpert.com). Currently, there are 100,000+ unfulfilled Python jobs around the world.
Congratulations to the following students: Back Row Left to Right: Michael Heinzen, Jansen Scribner, Parker Whitbey, Ramon Castro, Logan Magill, Jordan Bain, Jack Tullos, Garren Skartvedt, and Theo Muha.
Front Row Left to Right: Ethan Hodge (Teacher), Caden Powell, Brandon Bahena, Jony Morales-Mora, Mary Tate, Sarah Shoptaw, Logan Greggs, Gavin Hurbanek, and Jonathan Muha.
Not Pictured: Andrew Escue
Another great example of the broad opportunities for students at Russellville School District!