Got a COBOL job

Hey all, I just got a job offer to be a COBOL (and maybe a little
javascript and vbscript) programmer. I'm pretty excited about it,
though I haven't programmed professionally, it will be a good
opportunity within the company. I'm no spring chicken either, fyi, kind
of did that 'go back to school' thing.

So, I accept the job tomorrow. I've had one semester of COBOL. I need
to give 2 weeks notice, or more on my current job with the same
company.

I need encouragement! I'm a fair programmer, have taken quite a few
classes the past few years, but I'm a little worried. I know they will
be gentle with me, but how do you start off running on a job like this,
maybe it's impossible.

What are those divisions again, lol, Procedure, that was an important
one I remember, lol.

Thanks
Impy

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