The Growing Importance of a Tech Savvy Astronomy and Astrophysics Workforce

Understand

Fundamental coding and software development skills are increasingly necessary for success in nearly every aspect of astronomical and astrophysical research as large surveys and high resolution simulations become the norm.

• However, professional training in these skills is inaccessible or impractical for many members of our community.
• Students and professionals alike have been expected to acquire these skills on their own, apart from formal classroom curriculum or on-the-job training.
• Despite the recognized importance of these skills, there is little opportunity to develop them - even for interested researchers.