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Why did you choose to be a computer technician?

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Antonio’s Answer

Hi M,

I'll be honest, it was computer games. I started to play games in a computer and so I wanted to know how to create my own games.

I did not go into videogames programming, but the curiosity behind it was what made want to learn about computers and how to create "things" with it. The first time you see something in the screen is always an awesome experience, and even though after a few years things get more complicated, you will always have those moments when you feel really proud of what you created.
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Steve’s Answer

I started working with computers back in the early 80's as a kid. I always loved seeing what I could make the computer do for me. It started out with printing "Hello World" on the screen back then to helping manage an extremely large network today. That curiosity is what made me go into the field, first as a technician and working my way up to being an engineer.

I agree with Candace. If this is work that you would be willing to do without getting paid, you are headed in the right direction. Even all these years later, I still love what I do and being able to earn a good living while doing it makes it that much better.

Good luck!
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Candace’s Answer

Hi Montez,

I majored in Network Administrator because I loved working with computers and I am a lifelong learner. Being a Computer Technician, you will not be able to rest on your laurels. You will be required to learn new technology and new hardware constantly. I ultimately moved into Software Development but learning the nuts and bolts as a Network Administrator really helped me as a programmer. It also offers me the option to work from home and I have a flexible schedule. I would say if this is a career path that you would do without getting paid for it, go for it.

Best of luck to you
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Desiree’s Answer

There were many reasons that I chose this direction. I thought that it would be a career that would always keep me interested and challenged since it is constantly changing. Also, I know that there was a lot of demand, which meant I would be able to find a job. Lastly, it is a high-paying career.

What I didn't know at that time is how many amazing people I would work with. I pictured it as being quite a bit of individual work. However, I have been lucky to work in companies that have highly collaborative teams, which is way more fun than working by yourself.

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Mario’s Answer

When I was a kid I loved computer games and always wanted to be able to create my own games. I started learning MSX-BASIC programming language and with the time, my curiosity about "how this bunch of metal and plastic is able to do so many things magically" led me to study Computer Science in the university and discover new concepts that made me love even more this discipline.
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carla’s Answer

great money! Good hours!
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Duncan’s Answer

Honestly, I didn't 'know what to do as I was growing up and being an introvert living in the countryside, I spent a lot of my spare time messing around with computers, making websites, graphics, and playing computer games. I did a fairly generic degree in Business Information Technology and after graduating, and having already done some work experience in IT Support roles, this was the easiest job for me to land. Despite initially being anxious about answering phones and talking to people, I found it very rewarding to help others and enjoyed the problem-solving aspect. I think it is mainly down to my natural skill set, with patience and logical thinking allowing me to troubleshoot issues. It's also important to be able to research issues as well as the answer is normally documented somewhere, you just need to know where to look.
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