Compulang: Technology, Programming & Privacy

What to expect from a computer science degree? #008

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What to expect from a computer science degree?

Pros:

  • Work in a bunch of different programming paradigms
  • Learn from researchers
  • Have eyes on your code all the time, manual review, etc.
  • Guided learning
  • Certification!
  • Work in areas you may not have thought to be interesting

    • Cons:

    • Doesn't really prepare you for industry
    • Often uses old or outdated technologies
    • Expensive
    • Time-consuming
    • Doesn't necessarily give you the experience you need to land a good job

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