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Right now I am currently majoring in Computer Science for game design purposes, but I think now my attention is focusing and leaning more toward Software development/engineer. Now I am currently at a community college, but my question is since I am thinking about focusing on this field is computer science still the good major or would I need to do computer engineer?
1 answer - Asked By: tarrell14mon - 12/20/2011
I know that computer engineers tend to focus on the hardware aspects of computers, but could an engineering major specialize in software and land a job in software development? Also, are there any kinds of computing jobs where software and hardware sort of meet? I'm trying to decide on whether or not I should major in Computer Science or Computer engineering. Both hardware and software really interest me, but it seems like I'm going to have to decide between one or the other.
1 answer - Asked By: Ryan - 10/6/2011
Microsoft Shanghai is hiring (Lead) Software Development Engineers, anyone would like to do the jobs? If don't, why?
1 answer - Asked By: Nancy J - 8/20/2008
I want to become a computer software engineer, and I'm wondering what kind of jobs they can get?
1 answer - Asked By: Gabriel - 9/22/2011
So, I am a Quality Assurance Analyst with almost 13 years experience. I am bored with Quality Assurance. I can do it with my eyes closed. My question is this: What is the fastest way to get a job doing software development? I have self studied Java and C#. I also have half a masters degree in Computer Science. My undergrad degree is in something other than computers. Do I go for certificates? Do hiring managers look at those?
2 answers - Asked By: TheDruid - 4/21/2011
I have done diploma in electronics and communication engineering.I am looking for job in software development side is there any possibility of getting?
1 answer - Asked By: Mahendra - 5/14/2012
I am wanting to develop a software engineering skill set, possibly to use in future work as a software engineer. I have some questions about getting into this field. 1.) Where would I go for mentoring in this field? Is there somewhere in the open source community that can let me acquire the experience I need to possibly get a job in software engineering in the future? 2.) Is a consulting career (doing this for clients for hire) viable in the future, once experience is gained? 3.) Since I come from an engineering (including electrical and computer) background, would embedded software engineering be a good fit for myself, or should I just stick to non-embedded programming? 4.) What languages would be a good fit for a.) embedded b.) application and c.) web? 5.) I've heard of a formal software development process/lifecycle? Is this what software engineering covers, and is there an Internet tutorial on this? 6.) Any other tips? Thanks!
1 answer - Asked By: Confused about life - 9/1/2007
Ok so i am a software engineering student, at a london university, I was watching an interview by a Facebook employee and he was saying we are looking for great programmers, we have 200 hundred people in engineering. To me a programmer is someone who can write code, but you have to tell them how to do it, to me if you are a programmer you are similar to a construction worker, you have been given a design by an architect, you have to follow that design, you wouldent know how to build something yourself. Is this correct?
3 answers - Asked By: Private - 1/11/2011
Things like Software development, website design, software engineering. I am going into the IT field but I wish to know what options are available. If possible, could you please put in a short description with the job name. Thanks in advance.
2 answers - Asked By: Sean - 1/19/2010
I want to become a computer software engineer. I was wondering what degree should I get in college to persue this career? What classes should I take? And also what is the job like if you have experience? Thanks
1 answer - Asked By: Sarim - 3/10/2012
I have a lot of experience in programming and software development but as I do not have any contacts in USA, I am finding it very hard to find a job. Are there agents who can search for jobs on my behalf?
2 answers - Asked By: prashanta_d - 1/17/2008
I'm considering a B Mathematics/B Information Technology dual degree after school and I'm wondering how much the Mathematics degree would help in getting a job in software development? I'll be majoring in software engineering. Thanks in advance.
1 answer - Asked By: rustythegingerninja - 3/28/2009
I'm thinking about computer software engineering as a major in college and I'm just wondering what it is exactly? Does it only have to do with computer (as in a physical computer.. pc/mac etc.) specific programs or is it a little bit more broad than that and go into other electronic devices other than computers? Is there a difference between computer software engineering and just software engineering? Any details on this field would be greatly appreciated.
2 answers - Asked By: bizmixer - 6/26/2008
The job is Software Engineering at Google (Mountain View) Apple (Cupertino) and Microsoft (Redmond). And what benefits does each company have? how often do they give a raise?
2 answers - Asked By: Triforce64 - 6/25/2010
I want to pursue a career in computer programming, I've been looking at courses which will be relevant. I've found these - BTEC Diploma in IT Level 2 BTEC National Extended Diploma (Software Development) Level 3 Foundation Degree Software Development BSc Software Engineering Degree What do you think? Any tips on how to better my chances of employment in this industry?
3 answers - Asked By: Little Monster - 1/21/2011
Hi guys. I am a new college graduate. Is Software Development and Software Testing/SQA Engineering equally challenging. I have got both the positions but don't know what to choose. I have a special natural ability for finding faults in things. I am also good at developing. I don't know if I should choose SDE or SDET as now development is also becoming very easier as developers are now only learning API's/Libraries and reusing code.
1 answer - Asked By: - 7/25/2011
I am a software engineer currently looking to live in Israel for a while. Never been there before so don't really know what to expect. Would need a job of course. Does anyone know how to find a job there before I travel there?
2 answers - Asked By: Alexander - 8/11/2010
  I am currently an electrical engineer working for rail infrastructure, within the communications and control systems. It's been good experience and I've been exposed to project management, design and operations and I have learnt a lot. I am currently doing a certificate in computer control systems at university which consists of  and software development for embedded devices and pretty much computers in general. I have a big interest in the sort of area and l am planning to someday own my own business as a solutions/ consulting company.  What would be the best way to go about this and what is the best path I should take? I thought about perhaps getting more experience in project management and learning the technical stuff at uni as a starting point. Thanks for your help
2 answers - Asked By: hgcgxh ghgcxhcgxh - 2/24/2013
Hello, i hold a management information systems degree which is not totally related to software development as computer science or software engineering are. But i was thinking to take some software engineering courses through night school at university. I do believe my stronger skills are "management" so i was thinking to hire professionals from india or somewhere else.Honestly, Im confused how to start off or what education should i get to accomplish my dream. I will appreciate as much feedback as possible.. thank you guys.
2 answers - Asked By: Warrior - 3/5/2011
Hello, Im studying my 1 year in computer engineering and realize i feel more interested for software development than hardware. Do you believe I can get into software engineering field having a computer engineering degree or should I change to computer science? thanks guys
3 answers - Asked By: Warrior - 1/25/2013
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