Job Prospects

[newbieg]

Hi, I've been trying to learn C++ as just a hobby at the moment, but I was wondering what types of jobs are available if I finally get a competent understanding of the language?
Are there any jobs/careers where you might get hired for knowing C++/Windows CLR alone (Without knowing other languages like JAVA, HTML etc.) or would I absolutely have to know all languages before thinking about looking for a job?

Any suggestions on what companies might be hiring for programmers?

Just thinking about the future, thanks.

[ResidentBiscuit]

As far as I know, C++ CLR is a joke in the industry. I'd drop that right now and just learn "real" c++. Not microsofts little incantation of it.

Anyway, no I wouldn't say you need to know a whole lot of languages, but definitely more than one will help. Employers like to see that you are at least capable of learning new languages if need be.

[Cubbi]

Don't know about Windows CLR (never encountered it), but C++ (with perhaps some C and associated skills) is everything in today's finance -- hedge funds, high-frequency traders, banks, exchanges, everyone is hiring, everyone needs C++. Similarly, telecommunication, oil and gas, traffic control and tolling, various embedded systems (stuff inside an HP laser printer or inside a Lokheed airplane) are other examples of the types of jobs that are available to a C++ programmer. I don't know what Amazon and Google need C++ for, but they've been hiring, too.

[Script Coder]

Although you only need to know C++ other languages are always helpful. Employers would rather employ someone who can adapt and someone who they will not have to waste time/money training. Just my two cents.

[Winshell]

GOOD