Career questions tagged programming
The coding, application, and programs that make computers work. Popular careers include programmers, database administrators, network architects, to name a few. Please read below for more information. Read more Show less
How can I pivot to a Master's in Bioinformatics if I failed high school Physics and must take a non-science Bachelor's degree?
I am an international student thinking of studying in Vietnam for my undergraduate degree, with the ultimate goal of pursuing a Master's in Bioinformatics later. My high school subject combination includes English, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Education, Artificial Intelligence, and Physics, but I completely failed my Physics exam. Because of this failure, traditional science and biotechnology undergraduate paths are entirely closed to me, even though my final high school certificate will officially show an overall passing status. I need to know which undergraduate courses are possible for me to take that completely bypass high school physics and core science eligibility requirements. Specifically, is it possible to switch from a non-science undergraduate major—like Information Technology or Computer Applications—into a computational biology or bioinformatics postgraduate program down the line, and how graduate admissions in Vietnam view a tech major who has high school biology credits but a failed physics grade?
What should be my course of study?
I am currently in 10th grade. I am want advice on what degrees should I do and should I study? I am currently considering doing a bachelor's degree in computer science in online beside my college. After college I want to do a second bachelor's degree in artificial intelligence. Then I want to do a masters in artificial intelligence. I want to build AI related stuffs.
what are the best ways to start learning and building skills to eventually be a software engineer?
I am a high school junior that is interested in being a software engineer. What are the steps to take to become a software engineer as a teenager, and to develop skills fast.
what does a typical day look like for a software engineer?
I am a junior in high school, i want to be a software engineer. I want to see what does a software engineer do in a day.
What should I do after learning OOP in my programming studies?
I'm studying programming at university, but the university is very slow, and I want to know what I should learn after OOP in C++ and Java.?
hey!I am doing computer science degree and doing some website building .I am more intersted in AI-ML,so how to achieve a succcesful job in the carrer life?
Now iam doing Bsc Cs Data Analytics
Is the Coursera IBM Data Science Certificate actually valued by Indian employers, or is Intellipaat/IIT Roorkee the safer bet for placement?
I see a lot of praise for international certifications on this sub IBM Data Science Professional Certificate on Coursera, Google Data Analytics, etc. And sure, the content quality seems solid. But here's my concern: Indian recruiters, especially at mid-size companies, may not recognize these as much as they would an Intellipaat certificate or something co-branded with iHub IIT Roorkee. The IIT name carries real weight here in ways it might not internationally. So my question is specifically for people who've been through hiring in India: Does a Coursera certification help or hurt you compared to a domestic paid program? And is the IIT Roorkee branding on Intellipaat's course something that actually comes up in interviews, or is it just a selling point?
How competitive is the job market in software?
I have no job experience, but I am knowledgeable about software. I have taken a coding class in high school. I a currently in ninth grade.
HI, I just got admitted to united international university CSE subject. Although, I am familiar to coding, what should I care about from the start ? and what skill should I develop for my career ?
It's my first year.
How can one receive an internship offer from college faculty as an Informatics (Software Development) Major?
How can one receive an internship offer from college faculty as an Informatics (Software Development) Major? I am committed to SUNY UAlbany Class of 2030! #Spring26
How do I start getting professional experience in computer science while still in college? As a current freshman I want to hit the ground running to explore where in the field I find fulfillment! #Spring26
Any advice much appreciated :)
Computer Science Career Questions
Hello. I am a college student majoring in computer science. I am currently conducting research on careers in computer programming. I would appreciate it if anyone would be willing to answer the following questions: Q1: Why did you choose this career? Q2: What does a typical day look like for you? Q3: What do you like most about this career? Q4: What do you like least or find most challenging? Q5: What surprised you when you first started? Q6: How long did it take to feel established or competent? Q7: What skills or knowledge do you wish you had learned sooner? Q8: Knowing what you know now, would you choose this career again? Q9: What is your job title/occupation? Thank you in advance for your help!
How do I get ahead of other incoming computer science college students??
Basically, I want advice on how to be better prepared than my peers for college. Should I start doing computer science projects during the summer or computer languages that I should learn beforehand? Thanks!
How can I start trading in the stock Market and learn about AI and bitcoin?
Hi, I’m 13 years old and I’m really interested in trading in the stock market someday. I also want to learn more about AI and Bitcoin because I think they will be important in the future. What should I start learning right now to prepare for this? Are there any apps, skills, or subjects I should focus on in school? Also, what mistakes should I avoid as a beginner? Thanks for any advice!
What exactly do you learn when pursuing a computer science major that assists you in being successful in the programming career field?
In college, you are tasked with a variety of assignments and given plenty of exams to test your knowledge of certain topics they teach you about, What are the specific topics and what exactly about them do colleges teach you when it comes to computer science that actually makes you a better programmer in the future?
What is the best programming language to learn DSA in for a CSE student in the current industry scenario?
I am a Computer Science Engineering student and want to start learning Data Structures and Algorithms for technical interviews and problem solving. Should I learn DSA in Java, Python, C, or C++? Also, could you suggest some free online platforms to learn and practice DSA?
How do you recommend building your experience in game development to get into a relatively good job out of college?
I have heard that game development is a somewhat difficult job to get into straight out of college, so is there any specific advice you could give me for me to follow throughout college? What types of things should I study/explore, and what kind of internships should I seek?
What are the best study habits for a computer science student to have?
I basically don't have any right now and I don't want to fail out of college.
What are some extracurriculars, jobs, or clubs that I could take to get my dream job?
I am current a high school senior, about to start college. I am going into computer science what are some thigns that I could do to boost my chances to landing my dream job at apple?
skills needed to work in ai?
after looking you need a mix of technical expertise
how can I work in ai?
I'm asking this so i know what I can do to get there
How can I integrate AI as a tool with my school life and not like a crutch? Something where it's easier with it but I can work without it? #Spring26
I am a CS major and just would like to learn how to better automate some mundane tasks so I can focus more on the important stuff.
How do you pick exactly what part of computer science to go into?
For anyone going into computer science, how did you pick which part of computer science to go into? My current major is just computer science, but how did you decide exactly what part of computer science to go into? I have always enjoyed the problem-solving and programming aspects of computer science.
How do I build a resume as a 10th grader who is interested in Software Engineering?
How do I build a resume as a 10th grader who is interested in Software Engineering? I have mostly A's with a 3.55 GPA. I am looking for a summer job or paid internship in Software Development or Coding.
how do I program
what are some apps that I can program on
Looking back, what’s one mistake or misconception you had in your early career or first year of college that you wish you could warn your younger self about, and how did it change your approach going forward?
Hi! I’m a high school senior planning to study astrophysics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I’m passionate about space research, programming, and science outreach, and I’ve been involved in community service, teaching, and school leadership. I’m looking for advice on how to navigate college challenges, research opportunities, and prepare for a career in science.
How can pursuing a major in the Computer Science field can help me stand out once I graduate among others who are highly advanced?
I am a senior at high school and part of the my school's IT/Cybersecurity program and got various awards and certifications. I will be attending Florida State University in the Fall of 2026; majoring in Computer Science.
What are some laws i should learn. And programs i should be learning
i'm a 14 year old boy looking to become a police officer one day, been getting tips from police officers. But i feel like in stuck in the same position every time. Anything would help, Really wanna become a police officer
I need to know if I'm learning to code or not??
I'm currently doing a data analyst bootcamp and I don't know if I'm absorbing and learning how to clean and preprocess datasets, please tell me if all I have to do is practice until I feel like it came to me?