Characteristics of a Professional
Explore key professional characteristics necessary in computing such as reliability, competence, and accountability. Understand how these traits support ethical behavior, enable effective performance, and foster trust in professional environments.
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There are several common traits and qualities that are generally associated with professionalism. Below are some of the key characteristics of a professional:
Reliability
Reliability refers to the quality of being trustworthy, consistent, and dependable. Being reliable means that others can have confidence in your ability to consistently meet expectations and fulfill your commitments.
For instance, when working on a critical project with a tight deadline, despite encountering unexpected challenges, reliable individuals can be counted on to consistently deliver on time. Moreover, when reviewing work, they provide thorough and constructive feedback.
Some situational examples that demonstrate the reliability of a software engineer include:
Bug resolution: When a critical bug is discovered in the code just before a major product release, a reliable engineer ...