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Eric Willisson

Software Engineer at Google
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Bill Oct 29, 2016 1064 views

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How can computer science relate to virtual reality? #computer-science #technology #gaming #virtual-reality

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Albert Jan 16, 2017 3107 views

What is a cover letter, and how do you write an effective one?

I am currently applying for internships online, and along with my resume, they often ask me to include a cover letter. I am not sure how to write one, or what it should be about. What do I include in the cover letter? Is there a general format to follow? #college #computer-software #internships...

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Paul Dec 10, 2016 1113 views

What is the most demanding programming language in today's market?

I want to start learning programming, but I'm not sure which language I should begin with. #programming

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Jennifer Oct 25, 2016 1204 views

How do you know if you would love a programming career?

Hi, I'm currently a student considering a major in computer science. I love programming and have done it since I was a child (literally child, started in 5th grade) but I recently applied and started working at a start-up company and have been hating it. I can't tell if this is because I am in...

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Mark Oct 30, 2016 1399 views

What is the best computer language to start learning?

Different colleges start programming classes with different programming language. I want to know what might be the smartest language for them to teach to help me choose the college experience that might help me the most. #computer-software

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Joseph Oct 26, 2016 1155 views

How deep into math will I have to delve for a CS degree?

I'm ending military service and am thinking about a CS degree. I'm just worried that my sparse background in math will hinder my plans. Am I right to be worried? #computer-science #information-technology

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Shruthi Oct 20, 2016 1099 views

How do I, as a high schooler, figure out exactly what I'm interested in career wise?

All my life, I've always wanted to go into medicine, but recently I've been having doubts as 10 years of medical school sounds daunting and expensive. I'm trying to look for more options and see if medicine truly is the path for me so I'm taking a lot of experimental classes such as computer...

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Elijah Oct 31, 2016 1039 views

Can someone explain Data Mining?

I've heard about this field of study under computer science called Data mining. I wanted to know exactly what it was and how difficult it is. #computer-software #cyber-security

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Kaleb Oct 23, 2016 979 views

How much does living away from a city affect job opportunities?

I am interested in living in a suburban or rural area while working in computer science. My concern is that intuition leads me to think that most of these jobs would be in large cities. Is that accurate? How much is pay affected? #computer-science

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Gloria Oct 09, 2016 1186 views

Any set of skills that someone should have when pursuing software development?

I was just hoping for someone to answer with a set of skills that someone should already have and then what they will be gaining when pursuing software development. I happen to think software development is interesting, so I was just wondering some stuff about it. #software-engineering...

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Lauren Oct 25, 2016 1477 views

What are the most challenging things in trying to engineer new products or technologies?

I am a freshman in high school; thus, I have a little while to think about my possible career paths. I have always wanted to go into the medical field until recently, when engineering caught my eye. I always see companies coming up with the newest technologies that can do extraordinary things...

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Jaime Oct 31, 2016 889 views

When figuring out a way in creating/fixing something in college is it best to work with a partner or to work alone?

I tend to work best alone but i would like to know weather it is best to work with a partner in college or if it doesn't really matter. #computer-science #engineering #mechanical-engineering #electrical-engineering

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Bryce Oct 25, 2016 1252 views

What are the most used computer programming languages in your work environment?

I'm curious as to what languages I would be using if I went into this field. I've learned some of the basics of Python in my AP Computer Science course at my school but that is about it. I'd like to get an edge going into college , and make sure I know the needed languages before entering the...

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Joseph Oct 26, 2016 1250 views

What's the practical difference between a Computer Science degree and a Software Engineering degree?

I'm trying to narrow down my choice for a major, and am wondering what I could expect to be the difference between the two on a practical level? Classes, job opportunities, etc. #computer-science #software-engineering

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Darius Oct 25, 2016 985 views

Do computer software engineers improve applications for phones or strictly computers?

I only have a vague knowledge at the moment of what a computer software engineer typically works on and I'm curious as to if their limited to innovating on laptop and desktop computers or if they can also extend their reach to devices like cell phones and game systems as well....