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what is it like working on computers

i like working on tech an am looking to see what it would be like to work on tech #tech

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Kelly’s Answer

Hi Ethan,

I think this is a question that in some ways can only really be answered once you try it for yourself, and I love that you are asking. If you want to know if people like working on computers that's a really important question. If you're interested in what makes computers do what they do, that would be an avenue to pursue. I would ask myself some of the following questions:

1. Do you want to try and make a computer do something cool, fun or interesting? (Programmer/ Software Developer)
2. Do you want to design a solution to a problem? (Programmer/ Software Developer)
3. Do you want to have a job where you fix computers when they don't work? (Hardware / Computer Repair - aka "Geek Squad")
4. Do you want to help businesses make money by creating websites that help sell/ deliver goods and services? (Web Developer)
5. Do you want to help businesses protect their private information from criminals who can hack that information and try to commit crimes? (Cyber Security)
6. Are you more interested in what the program or website looks / feels like or are you more interested in what it can do? (Web Design/ Front-End Developer vs. Back-End Web Developer - kind of like the difference between someone who does Body Shop work on a car vs. a Mechanic who works under the hood :) )

All these questions may take you in some different directions. Based on that, you might know your next step. :)

If you're interested in Web Development of any kind, I would suggest www.udemy.com and checking out Colt Steele's Web Developer Bootcamp. Wait until it goes on sale and it's about fifteen bucks most of the time. I hope this helps!
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Rodrigo’s Answer

HI Ethan S.

It such an amazing experience, is the today work, everydat you learn something and you have to be very updated in everything, is very well pay also, and there are many skills you can develop in programming, coding, and you can also work in the company you want, services, tecnology, automotive, food, social networks, restaurants, cinema field, buiding companies.
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Ahmed’s Answer

I remember when I was given my first computer at around 12. I had only previously used computers at school. I was so excited when the internet came and we could talk to people all around the world online. Now you can literally learn anything from your computer.
Working in tech, you will always find an opportunity, because we are now in the Digital Age. Every company is being forced to become a software company. So, I'm glad I chose to become a Software Engineer. You technically don't even have to go to college to get started. Just take a course in your favorite programming language, and away you go.

Ahmed recommends the following next steps:

Take a programming language course, or watch some Youtube videos on coding.
Start coding
Share what you learned on github
Make a blog about what you learned, and share your github links there.
Start your LinkedIn profile, and share your blog posts there.
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Jannine Louise’s Answer

Tech is has a wide variety you can focus on. When I was a Computer Engineering student I was asked a couple times what field would I be focusing on is it HARDWARE, SOFTWARE or PEOPLEWARE. Take one step at a time study all your options and you will unlock which field on TECH you will definitely evolve too :)
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Sumitaka’s Answer

Tech industry can give you several opportunities as it could be hardward companies such as PCs, smartphones, components, or, software company such as OS, security and apps. In addition, you can be on many different functions such as Sales, Finance, Product engineering, Services, Manufacturing etc.,. so experience varies. One must have is that you are passionate about tech, without that, it may not be the best choice..
Great thing is this is advancing every days and allows you to be on the center of technology progress in many cases
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Jay’s Answer

Ethan,

Working on computers can be one of the most rewarding answers. (sometimes) frustrating jobs. Computers are like puzzles that are easy to put together, but can take a lot of fiddling to make work exactly right. However, when you do get the machine up and running just like you want, it is very satisfying. There is a definite maker/creator aspect of building computers.

The other aspects of working with computers (system administration, database administration, software engineering) all are equally challenging and rewarding. I would say the common thread through all of these roles is that you get to exercise your creativity and builder mentality inside of a well organized framework.

Best of luck
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Praful’s Answer

working on Tech has variety of technical fields
- it could be programming/coding Software
- it could less programming like Software testing
- it could be non programming skills like Business Analyst/Data analyst/Admin

i would say start with something that interest you
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Jay’s Answer

Working on computers is relatively straight forward once you know the parts and how to troubleshoot. Learn the lingo and different acronyms. Most manufacturers make their parts replaceable and interchangeable. Easy to upgrade parts to an extent. Technology is always changing so hardware can be easily outdated quickly. Have patience with the customer as they don't know exactly what's going on and just want their computer working.
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