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Programming

Your skill level in programming.

Practical

Skill

8

Career perks

8

Social actions

How to level up

Practice Programming.
Improve it directly on the computer.

Leveling mechanics

Raw numbers from the game files

XP per hour

4

Base level cost

10

+8 per level

Cost scaling

1.2x

Per level

Related wants

  • Level up programming skill
  • Complete a small programming contract
  • Buy a computer and level up programming skill

Learning-speed modifiers

Status effects that change how fast this skill levels up

  • Learning Speed Programming+1+1/h
  • Occupations Extra Programming Learning Speed+1+1/h
  • Occupation Extra Computer Whiz Learning Programming Speed+3+3/h
  • Occupation Extra Hobby Programmer Programming Speed+1+1/h
  • Discussing Programming Problem0/h

Together Cards

Social actions unlocked by this skill

  • Talk about programming
  • Share programming tips
  • Share programming tricks
  • Explain programming theory
  • Discuss programming tips
  • Discuss programming skills
  • Discuss programming techniques
  • Discuss programming problem

Career perks

Passive bonuses unlocked when reaching milestones

  • Continuous TrainingProgramming skill slowly improves while at work
  • Get BetterWork Task: Level up programming skill
  • Observant JanitorProgramming skill slowly improves while at work
  • A Great Place to Learn25% chance to level up programming skill after each work day
  • Hobby ProgrammerProgramming skill improves while at work by an amount equal to vacation days accrued
  • Use the Computer During RecessProgramming skill slowly improves while at school and +1 learning speed for programming skill
  • Computer ClubProgramming skill slowly improves while at school
  • Computer Whiz+3 learning speed for programming skill while at school

In the Paralives Times

Headlines about this skill Parafolk can read

  • Programming for Dummies: Get Started with This Guide (up to level 7)
  • How Roberto Robert Became a Renowned Programmer, and How You Can Too (For level 8+)

FAQ

Quick answers about Programming

How do you learn and level up Programming in Paralives?

Improve it directly on the computer. There are 5 status effects that modify Programming learning speed.

What is Programming used for?

Programming unlocks 8 social interactions through Together Cards. 8 career perks require this skill.

What is the max level for Programming?

Programming levels up through practice. Higher levels unlock new interactions and improve success rates for skill-related activities.

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