Can Most People Succeed in a Computer Science Degree?
Is computer science mainly a matter of natural aptitude, or can most people learn it through enough effort and practice? I'm wondering whether some people genuinely lack the…
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Is a Computer Science Master’s Worth It After Seven Years in Software Development?
I earned my computer science bachelor's degree about seven years ago and have worked as a software developer since then. I was recently laid off, and the current…
Is a Computer Science Master’s Worth It After Years as a Developer?
I earned my bachelor's degree in computer science about seven years ago and have worked as a software developer since then. I was recently laid off, and the…
What should my 13-year-old learn after finishing an introductory Python course?
My homeschooled son completed Khan Academy's introductory Python course last school year and really enjoyed it. Since I don't code myself, I'm not sure how to judge his…
Will Attending a Theory-Focused School Hurt My Job Prospects?
I'm currently studying at Caltech, where I'm double majoring in computer science and math. While the curriculum is rigorous, I've noticed we don't often apply the theories to…