Kensington, California
What things can I do in my senior that can put me ahead of others or even just to better than I was?
I'm trying to be the best me for my last year of high school so defiantly things I can do this summer or during my senior year that can make me a better me.
Where can I go to get a better grip on what to major in college?
I'm a junior in high school just trying to understand what I like to do after high school and that is probably college but many things come up when I think about college such as where would I be attending, what major fits me, etc.
What are the steps needed to take to become a software engineer ?
I need help and step by step to achieve my career goal
UC Irvine vs UC San Diego?
I want to major in CS or something engineering related and am choosing between UC Irvine and UC San Diego. Pros/cons of both?
What kind of problems do electrical engineers often face and how do you solve them?
What kinds of problems can one face? Physical, emotional, mental?
When should you take the CPA Exam?
I'm a junior in high school interested in the CPA exam for a career as an accountant.
computer science majors?
For computer science majors what level of math is required?
Why did you choose computer science?
I am wondering why you chose to major in computer science, or work a job relating to computer science.
Career Goal Question
How can I get experience and work towards my career goal?
Are there any majors/careers that are oversaturated?
Recently, I saw an uptick in people choosing a major in computer science which leads to loads of computer science majors but not enough jobs for all computer science majors. Where else does this happen if any?
With a Technology and Information Management (B.S.) degree, what kinds of job option is there?
I'm an upcoming freshman college student and debating if I should change my major into game design or to stay with technology and information management because I'm not sure what job choices there is for jobs.
What skills and classes do you need to become a software engineer?
I am currently a junior in high school taking AP cs principles. I am planning on taking AP cs A next year in order to prepare for my career goal.
What skills or knowledge do you need for a Software Developer/Engineer career?
I'm a junior in high school and will apply for colleges next year.
What is the best way to prepare for college?
I am currently in high school my junior year.
What are some of them most important pieces of advice that you would give to someone about to start their freshman year of college?
I am about to start college next school year and just want to make sure I have all of my bases covered in terms of just knowledge required to get through my first year in one piece. I want to make sure I get my bearings and get used to whatever life awaits me.
How do I search for summer jobs?
What would be the best way to look for summer jobs or internships? Is there an ideal platform or method of searching?
What are good colleges?
I'm a junior in high school and I still have no idea what college I want to go to.
How did you choose your college?
To seniors who have just committed to your college, or to others that have in the past, how did you decide which one to commit to?
In terms of priority, which factors were more important, i.e. what were the deciding factors?
What are some good colleges for Computer Science Majors?
I'm a 17-year-old Junior living in San Francisco. I'd heavily prefer to stay in California for my college experience.
Software engineer vs. UI/UX designer?
I think I want to become a software engineer or a UI/UX designer. Is there a career that would encapsulate both these roles? Also, many engineering focused schools, such as Purdue, offers a wide range of specific majors like computer science, UI/UX design, web design, etc. I know that...
What does it take to become a music producer?
I love music and am interested in working in the music industry. How can I start making music and build up the skill to become a producer?
What college in California or near San Francisco offers the sport of soccer and the chances of making the team?
I like to play soccer and I want to keep practicing while I plan to study.
What should I do in college that many don't?
I am planning going to college but I need more knowledge
How do I know what I want to be or what I want to study in the future?
I don't have much knowledge how to find out what I want do to.
I am in 11 Grade
Are certificates required or recommended for getting a job?
I have been thinking about trying to get a certificate for coding.
How do I begin creating my artist-portfolio?
I want to start working on my portfolio but I'm not sure where to begin. How much information do I need to include?
How can I make my PIQ responses stand out?
I'm thinking about college essays and I'm unsure of how to respond to the prompts in a creative and unique manner. Are there any repetitive and predictable responses I should avoid?
What should we do for interview?
What can we do to prepare for the interview? How can we increase the hiring percentage through the interview process? How can we have a good reputation?
How can someone best prepare themselves for a successful job interview in their desired career field?
I think this is an important thing too.
How can someone determine what career path would be a good fit for them?
I think I need help with this because idk what I will or should do in the future yet 🥲
How does one transition from high school to college?
I'm a senior in high school and about to graduate soon. How should I prepare for college?
How do I become a mechanical engineer?
Other than majoring in mechanical engineering when I go to college. What other steps can I take to become a mechanical engineer?
How should I prepare for becoming a software engineer (or any other related computer science job) as an upcoming freshmen at a four year university who plans on majoring in computer science?
I plan on majoring in Computer Science in the fall and I know that software engineer is a demanding job for the computer science major. I am unfamiliar with any other jobs, but if you know some and are very familiar with the job info please share below as well!
How do you handle workplace disappointments/barriers?
For example, if there was something that was bothering you, or there was a critique you'd like to make.
Do you have any good book recommendations?
It doesn't have to be related to jobs specifically, but maybe something that influenced the way you think/do right now.
How do you stop feeling burnt out?
I already feel my motivation seeping out of me slowly and I'm only in junior year!
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