Hi Everyone, Sorry if it is off of the topic. I want to transit my current job ( as engineering technician ) to a LabView developer.

[Henry_M]

I have a degree in Computer science and have many years experienced in building prototype test fixtures, automation, Lab. I need some guides or paths on how to become a LabView developer. Thank you.

[crossrulz]

This will give you lots to look over: https://labviewwiki.org/wiki/Getting_Started 

[billko]

I traveled that road, myself.  Download and install LabVIEW Community Edition (CE) on your computer at home - it's LV Pro for free (for private use only) so you can take the online courses.  I would recommend studying for, and obtaining your CLD.  This is important because then you can compete with developers who have many more years of experience than you.

[Henry_M]

Thank you for input

[Henry_M]

When you mean"  the online courses"? Did you refer it to those online course which offers by NI? Thank you

[JÞB]

First, becoming a Certified LabVIEW Developer is really an important step.   See the Certifcation Board https://forums.ni.com/t5/Certification/bd-p/Certification (you may even find a nice Community Nugget by yours truly on becoming a CLD)

Second, remain focused on safety.  You might even change your alias (sowat sounds like "So What") and you want too project a serious image .  Yes, engineering managers look at online activities. 

Next, promote your Engineering Tech skills! That knowledge of test methods and practices can really set you apart from the average progrmmer.

Brush up on statistics and process control.

Buy a nice tie.

[billko]

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@JÞB wrote:

First, becoming a Certified LabVIEW Developer is really an important step.   See the Certifcation Board https://forums.ni.com/t5/Certification/bd-p/Certification (you may even find a nice Community Nugget by yours truly on becoming a CLD)

Second, remain focused on safety.  You might even change your alias (sowat sounds like "So What") and you want too project a serious image .  Yes, engineering managers look at online activities. 

Next, promote your Engineering Tech skills! That knowledge of test methods and practices can really set you apart from the average progrmmer.

Brush up on statistics and process control.

Buy a nice tie.

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I have to second promoting the Engineering Tech skills.  Nothing more formidable than a LabVIEW programmer with test experience and hands-on experience with the instruments they will be working with!

[wiebe@CARYA]

I'd contact local alliance members and\or local NI offices. When allowed, visit local user group meetings. Ask there.

With proper guidance, mindset and a technical background, you could learn 70% of every day programming skills in months. The other 30% could take decades. This is hard to do on your own. Sometimes we're looking for experienced programmers, but enthusiasm and complementary skills can be enough. 

[JÞB]

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wiebe@CARYA wrote:

I'd contact local alliance members and\or local NI offices. When allowed, visit local user group meetings. Ask there.

With proper guidance, mindset and a technical background, you could learn 70% of every day programming skills in months. The other 30% could take decades. This is hard to do on your own. Sometimes we're looking for experienced programmers, but enthusiasm and complementary skills can be enough. 

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Well said!  Apparently with about 20 years experience,  I am right on track learning that other 30% 😄

[Henry_M]

Thank you so much for your inputs.