I do programming and it can be a rewarding job. I use jaws. I think a braille display is a personal choice. I can't stand them my self but I can see value for thoughs who wish to use them because as Hina says learning to listen to code can be challenging. Tom Bisset ________________________________ From: jfw-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:jfw-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Hina Altaf Sent: April 13, 2011 10:45 AM To: jfw@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: RE: JFW/PROGRAMMING Hi, I think to listen to a code with jaws can be a bit challenging because you might not notice what exactly is wrong, so it is better to read the code with braille display attached. I myself studied programming and it was possible but you have to get used to listening to the code with jaws. Thanks. Hina altaf Assistive technology specialist. From: jfw-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:jfw-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of PRAKASH P Sent: Wednesday, April 13, 2011 9:43 AM To: JFW@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Cc: PRAKASH P Subject: JFW/PROGRAMMING I HAVE RECENTLY COME TO A POINT WHERE I CANNOT DO ANYTHING VISUALLY ON THE COMPUTER SCREEN. I HAVE BEEN USING zOOMtEXT AUDIO EFFECTIVELY UNTIL NOW. But now I am told JFW is the way to go. Can someone give me a good view/opinion of how effective/efficient would it b to do programming for a living with or without JFW. I have 20 years of programming experience with MS environments being the latest. I am able to read all ctooll tip based text and the program text itself but not sure if I can compete with The visually enhanced set. I know I have much learning to do but I would like a seasoned person to give a sense of whats possible. I am a good learner if not a speedy one. I am trying to figure out if I should or should not give up on serious implementation responsibilities. Thanks for any and all input I can get. Prakash Prakash This email and any attachments are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed and may be confidential and/or privileged. If you are not one of the named recipients or have received this email in error, (i) you should not read, disclose, or copy it, (ii) please notify sender of your receipt by reply email and delete this email and all attachments, (iii) Dassault Systemes does not accept or assume any liability or responsibility for any use of or reliance on this email. For other languages, go to http://www.3ds.com/terms/email-disclaimer This email and any attached files are confidential and intended solely for the intended recipient(s). If you are not the named recipient you should not read, distribute, copy or alter this email. Please notify the sender immediately via email if you have received this email by mistake, then delete this email from your system. Any views or opinions expressed in this email are those of the author and do not represent those of the Center for Sight & Hearing. The Center does not accept liability for the content in this email or for the results of actions taken based on the information provided unless that information is confirmed in writing. Warning: Computer viruses can be transmitted through email. The recipient should verify this email and any attachments for viruses. Although precautions have been taken to make sure no viruses are present in this email, the Center does not accept responsibility for any loss or damage that arises from the use of this email or attachments.