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I always confuse "Present Perfect" or "Simple Past". "I have used several programming languages such as C#, ASP.NET" or "I used several programming languages such as C#, ASP.NET", which one is true?

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    Both are true. The simple past confines the action to the past. The present perfect establishes some relevance to the present.
    – TimR
    Commented Nov 2, 2016 at 10:19

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As @Tromano says, they're both right, but which one you'd use depends on the context. For instance, if you were writing a CV, or applying for a job:

"In my career, I have used C# and ASP .NET"

"In my last job, I used C# and ASP .NET"

The first version is more general, whereas the second version refers to a specific time period (even if that period is quite large).

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  • +1. In my career and in my last job are very clear examples.
    – TimR
    Commented Nov 2, 2016 at 11:06

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