In this reading, you will learn more about requesting help from other IT professionals
Check these phrases and make sure you understand them before reading the conversation
| #1 | I am having trouble with … |
| #2 | I’m swamped with … |
| #3 | I won’t be able to … |
| #4 | I’m currently tied up with … |
| #5 | I wonder if… |
| #6 | I overheard your conversation… |
| #7 | I’m struggling with… |
| #8 | Let’s dive into it … |
| #9 | I will sort this out … |
Reading: Programmer Requesting Help
Task#1.1
Listen to the recording and arrange the ideas in the order they were presented
Mike: Hey there, I’m having trouble with this complex coding issue. Could you help me out?
Engineer 1: Sorry, I’m currently swamped with my own tasks. I won’t be able to assist you right now.
Mike: Oh, alright. No worries. Maybe someone else can help?
Engineer 2: I’d love to help, but I’m currently tied up with another project. Sorry.
Mike: That’s unfortunate. I really need to get this fixed soon. I wonder if anyone else is available?
Engineer 3: Hey, I overheard your conversation. I have some time right now. What’s the issue?
Mike: Thank you so much! I’m struggling with this coding problem. I’ll explain the details.
Engineer 3: No problem, let’s dive into it. I’ll do my best to assist you and get it sorted out.
![Listening Task: VS Code vs Visual Studio [Software]](https://soyprofe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/VS-Code.png)
![Listening Task: IT Professionals [Present Continuous]](https://soyprofe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thisisengineering-raeng-8hgmG03spF4-unsplash.jpg)