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All of the information I have found concerning this field has been vague and completely unhelpful. My main goal is to find out which type of schooling is most beneficial to becoming a software engineer.
1 answer - Asked By: ofsyntheticparts - 1/26/2007
Obviously, there are "traditional" jobs for people graduating with a BA in Computer Science, such as jobs as a software engineer. I'm wondering - what types of "non-traditional" jobs are there for Computer Science BAs willing to get a graduate degree, either in computer science or another field?
1 answer - Asked By: Revan - 7/23/2012
Is it computer science? or could i become a software engineer just by getting a bachelor's in general computer programming? i was thinking i would study get a bachelor's in general computer programming (my prefered college offers this) and then going somewhere else for a few years to get a more specfic engineering degree. thoughts?
2 answers - Asked By: tuxedoctopus - 8/13/2010
Just gathering opinions... I currently work as an RA in the dorms on a staff that I enjoy very much. I'm a very social person so this job is a great fit for me. I got a job offer for a software engineering job (I'm going into the IT field) that would require me to quit my RA job because it requires 20 hours of work which exceeds the 10 hours allowed by my current job. Do you think I should quit my RA job to start relative field experience? If I take this job, I'll have to move off campus and it wouldn't allow me to be as social as I am now. I almost feel like I would be disconnected from campus and I would most likely grab an apartment nearby. Also, this way would save more money My mom suggested being an RA because you're only in college for 4 years and you have the rest of your life to work. Any input? Thanks!
1 answer - Asked By: Tommy - 1/8/2013
Just gathering opinions... I currently work as an RA in the dorms on a staff that I enjoy very much. I'm a very social person so this job is a great fit for me. I got a job offer for a software engineering job (I'm going into the IT field) that would require me to quit my RA job because it requires 20 hours of work which exceeds the 10 hours allowed by my current job. Do you think I should quit my RA job to start relative field experience? If I take this job, I'll have to move off campus and it wouldn't allow me to be as social as I am now. I almost feel like I would be disconnected from campus and I would most likely grab an apartment nearby. Also, this way would save more money My mom suggested being an RA because you're only in college for 4 years and you have the rest of your life to work. Any input? Thanks!
1 answer - Asked By: Tommy - 1/8/2013
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've always been a permanent contract software engineer, but I've been noticing a few good looking contracts on the job boards. Is it possible to switch between being a contractor and being permanent staff on a regular basis? What happens to your 'company' when you work for someone else?
3 answers - Asked By: Bob R - 8/16/2007
I am currently a junior in High School. I am interested in information technology but the field is too vast for me to pick from. I heard that software engineering is a good field to get into. What are some steps to becoming a software engineer ?
2 answers - Asked By: Ali - 7/9/2012
Software engineer, manager, receptionist, etc... I really have no idea... but I'd like to know. Thanks.
2 answers - Asked By: Cowboy of the American West - 7/21/2010
I just want to know what kind of jobs require people with CTO degrees. And in your opinion, how much money do they make each year? Is the job hard or difficult?
1 answer - Asked By: Rob - 6/11/2012
Difference between computer science, computer engineering and software engineering? i love software, OS and web designing which one you think is better for me (from above options) and why?
2 answers - Asked By: iamQasim - 12/3/2012
What is the difference between the computer science course and the computer engineering course? How does a computer scientist differ from a computer engineer? Which one has more advantage? Which one is better?
1 answer - Asked By: Jack - 5/11/2012
In the software world, perhaps others, there is a concept of "senior" engineer and "staff" engineer. Some companies put staff over senior, while others put senior over staff. Which one is higher in rank and what is the difference?
1 answer - Asked By: headcircus - 6/19/2008
Hi, I am working as software engineer in India earing 26000 in india .I have got a job in Brunie for 2000 sgd can anyone let me know about cost of living .Will this is enough to survive their?
2 answers - Asked By: Deepak - 8/30/2009
Steve Jobs, chief executive officer Timothy D. Cook, chief operating officer Peter Oppenheimer, chief financial officer Philip W. Schiller, senior vice president of worldwide product marketing Tony Fadell, senior vice president of the iPod division Jonathan Ive, senior vice president of industrial design Bertrand Serlet, senior vice president of software engineering Ron Johnson, senior vice president of retail Sina Tamaddon, senior vice president of applications Scott Forstall, vice president of platform experience Donald Rosenberg, senior vice president, general counsel and secretary
3 answers - Asked By: cindy61892 - 12/16/2007
I am a sophomore in high school and I'm very interested in computers and I love working with them. I plan on going to Penn State Univeristy majoring in Computer Science and Engineering. What types of things does computer science include and what jobs are available? Also, is computer science hardware or software or both?
1 answer - Asked By: - 10/13/2010
Based on pay scale and job availability. Also I'd like to know the differences in real world application (what kind of jobs could I expect with each degree). Basically, which degree looks more impressive to an employer? Thanks to those that answer.
1 answer - Asked By: Nick94 - 5/24/2012
Can someone tell me te difference between computer science and a computer engineering major. Is it the same?
2 answers - Asked By: Rosalva - 5/6/2013
I have 5+ yrs experience in IT industry. In the coming months, I will be assigned to a project where my role will be architect. I want to know, what exactly an architect do in software development? Is there any site which can help me out?
1 answer - Asked By: Kalyan Bhadra - 3/15/2010
I'm 21 and I am going to community college for my general ed. I also work and am expecting a child in Nov. I really want to provide for my family and i am going to need to decide soon on what i'm going to do. I understand that good jobs are few and far in between nowadays and any suggestions on a good computer related field to jump into would be great. I don't want to make the mistake of ending up with a useless degree or wasting my time.
3 answers - Asked By: Dillon - 10/5/2012
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