A German company is providing many job opportunities for those on the autism spectrum. Auticon will only hire those with Aspergers Syndrome as software designers. This opportunity is huge for many on the high functioning end of the spectrum, due to difficulties obtaining employment. Those on the spectrum working for Auticon use the gifts associated with Aspergers Syndrome to bring value to the company. A unique skill displayed by these employees is the ability to perceive pattern in complex lines of computer code. We can only hope that more companies in the IT industry will recognize the benefits of hiring those on the autism spectrum.
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