What's the Difference Between a Computer Programmer and Software Developer? Trick Question

You could argue there's a difference between Web Developers and Software Developers.  One is primarily front-end, and the other is a combination, but primarily backend.  (Even this distinction is slowly going away as JavaScript enters the back end via Node.js.)

But Computer Programmers and Software Developers?  I can't think of a difference.

Enter the United States Department of Labor (technically the BLS, Bureau of Labor Standards):

	OCCUPATION	JOB SUMMARY	ENTRY-LEVEL EDUCATION	2015 MEDIAN PAY
	Computer and Information Research Scientists	Computer and information research scientists invent and design new approaches to computing technology and find innovative uses for existing technology. They study and solve complex problems in computing for business, medicine, science, and other fields.	Doctoral or professional degree	$110,620
	Computer Network Architects	Computer network architects design and build data communication networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and intranets. These networks range from small connections between two offices to next-generation networking capabilities such as a cloud infrastructure that serves multiple customers.	Bachelor's degree	$100,240
	Computer Programmers	Computer programmers write and test code that allows computer applications and software programs to function properly. They turn the program designs created by software developers and engineers into instructions that a computer can follow.	Bachelor's degree	$79,530
	Computer Support Specialists	Computer support specialists provide help and advice to people and organizations using computer software or equipment. Some, called computer network support specialists, support information technology (IT) employees within their organization. Others, called computer user support specialists, assist non-IT users who are having computer problems.	See How to Become One	$51,470
	Computer Systems Analysts	Computer systems analysts study an organization’s current computer systems and procedures and design information systems solutions to help the organization operate more efficiently and effectively. They bring business and information technology (IT) together by understanding the needs and limitations of both.	Bachelor's degree	$85,800
	Database Administrators	Database administrators (DBAs) use specialized software to store and organize data, such as financial information and customer shipping records. They make sure that data are available to users and are secure from unauthorized access.	Bachelor's degree	$81,710
	Information Security Analysts	Information security analysts plan and carry out security measures to protect an organization’s computer networks and systems. Their responsibilities are continually expanding as the number of cyberattacks increases.	Bachelor's degree	$90,120
	Network and Computer Systems Administrators	Computer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks.	Bachelor's degree	$77,810
	Software Developers	Software developers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Some develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or another device. Others develop the underlying systems that run the devices or that control networks.	Bachelor's degree	$100,690
	Web Developers	Web developers design and create websites. They are responsible for the look of the site. They are also responsible for the site’s technical aspects, such as its performance and capacity, which are measures of a website’s speed and how much traffic the site can handle. In addition, web developers may create content for the site.	Associate's degree	$64,970

http://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/home.htm

Boy, where do I start?

• Not only is this distinction very dubious to begin with, but they managed to come up with different average salaries!  Guess who makes more money, software developers or computer programmers?  Software developers make $100,690 per year, versus computer programmers with $79,530 per year.  WTF?
• They predict job growth of 17% for software developers, and a decline of 8% for computer programmers!
• They don't even include a category for "software engineer", which is the most common job title nowadays.

I hope some poor college student isn't using this data to make a career choice, and no wonder people don't trust unemployment numbers.