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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.
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James Constantine Frangos
Consultant Dietitian & Software Developer since 1972 => Nutrition Education => Health & Longevity.
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Hello Jason,
Well honestly I didn't choose computing but our physics teacher thought it would be a good thing for us to participate in submitting cards to the Queensland University in 1972. Was reluctant participant at first but it kind of grew on me with my mathematical acumen I inherited from my father. Honestly I haven't looked back in 52 years of continued learning computer languages I know can now i'm focusing on Microsoft.NET 8 and 9 and lower versions of course and VB.NET and Microsoft Visual Studio is pretty rewarding i'm using the 2017 platform.
In 1988 I finished the postgraduate diploma that allowed me to become a dietician and I've been programming in nutrition software ever since and basically that's the best part of the 35 years.
It is fairly rewarding to be at this part of my life where I'm actually going to bequeath the software to a beneficiary free of charge and it's my legacy to leave for people when I'm gone.
Don't be fearful of the artificial intelligence pundits that state there'll be no jobs left for programmers in five years that's a load of cod's wallop because there will always be a ministry of physicians where the behavior of the machines has to be programmatically controlled and audited who wants to sit before a judge who's a computer or a police officer or a bailiff come on now or a politician.
There is a big future for artificial intelligence used in systems like diet prescription decisions regarding medical procedures those sort of things require many many factors to be weighed up albeit immediately almost so artificial intelligence will probably not go out the door at all but it will be an important part of our lives but we just have to keep it serving us not the reverse.
So where artificial intelligence will be important as in giving children gifts of Education packages of knowledge regarding their purported nutritional intake for longevity any decent thinking grandparent or parent would work along those lines. Don't forget to look at my autobiography for the list of foods that high in nutrients that support brain activity and study. If you were allowing these nutrients repletion of the nutrients will mean a quantum leap and study capabilities you will do twice the work and half the time thanks for your attention.
Well honestly I didn't choose computing but our physics teacher thought it would be a good thing for us to participate in submitting cards to the Queensland University in 1972. Was reluctant participant at first but it kind of grew on me with my mathematical acumen I inherited from my father. Honestly I haven't looked back in 52 years of continued learning computer languages I know can now i'm focusing on Microsoft.NET 8 and 9 and lower versions of course and VB.NET and Microsoft Visual Studio is pretty rewarding i'm using the 2017 platform.
In 1988 I finished the postgraduate diploma that allowed me to become a dietician and I've been programming in nutrition software ever since and basically that's the best part of the 35 years.
It is fairly rewarding to be at this part of my life where I'm actually going to bequeath the software to a beneficiary free of charge and it's my legacy to leave for people when I'm gone.
Don't be fearful of the artificial intelligence pundits that state there'll be no jobs left for programmers in five years that's a load of cod's wallop because there will always be a ministry of physicians where the behavior of the machines has to be programmatically controlled and audited who wants to sit before a judge who's a computer or a police officer or a bailiff come on now or a politician.
There is a big future for artificial intelligence used in systems like diet prescription decisions regarding medical procedures those sort of things require many many factors to be weighed up albeit immediately almost so artificial intelligence will probably not go out the door at all but it will be an important part of our lives but we just have to keep it serving us not the reverse.
So where artificial intelligence will be important as in giving children gifts of Education packages of knowledge regarding their purported nutritional intake for longevity any decent thinking grandparent or parent would work along those lines. Don't forget to look at my autobiography for the list of foods that high in nutrients that support brain activity and study. If you were allowing these nutrients repletion of the nutrients will mean a quantum leap and study capabilities you will do twice the work and half the time thanks for your attention.
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Taryn’s Answer
At first I chose teaching, then I realized I didnt have patience for other people's children. Next I explored culinary, and realized that the jobs that pay good money are very very competitive. I had kids and realized that I really need to consider very important factors when choosing a forever career.
After hearing that my cousins friend was 19 and making $65,000 a year with no college degree, I thought I should explore that option.
Computer science met the most important factors
-High paying and competitive salaries
-No college degree required, but degrees and certs definitely help!
-You can do any type of work within cyber security and automatically make more. For instance someone in HR or sales for a tech company most likely will make more than someone in the same role within another company type.
-Computer science is ALWAYS changing. This means constant learning and change, this makes these jobs a lot more interesting than the typical boring repetitive jobs.
-The training world consists of exciting conferences, clubs and in job training opportunities
-When the world shuts down and everyone is losing jobs, technology and medical jobs will always still thrive (be needed)
After hearing that my cousins friend was 19 and making $65,000 a year with no college degree, I thought I should explore that option.
Computer science met the most important factors
-High paying and competitive salaries
-No college degree required, but degrees and certs definitely help!
-You can do any type of work within cyber security and automatically make more. For instance someone in HR or sales for a tech company most likely will make more than someone in the same role within another company type.
-Computer science is ALWAYS changing. This means constant learning and change, this makes these jobs a lot more interesting than the typical boring repetitive jobs.
-The training world consists of exciting conferences, clubs and in job training opportunities
-When the world shuts down and everyone is losing jobs, technology and medical jobs will always still thrive (be needed)
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James’s Answer
I chose to major in computer science because I wanted to know how they worked. I could take apart a toaster to see how it worked but microchips and mobile devices aren't so easy. I loved learning about all the different facets of computers, their components, languages, and theory as I got my degree but found the human interaction more rewarding than just working on the computers themselves. I went into IT support to help people understand how to get their devices to do what they expected them to do and now I help developers fix their code so that people with disabilities can use their products with minimal difficulty.
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Aneesa’s Answer
I selected Computer Science since it was the top area to join back then (several years ago :) ) Even now, I believe, it remains a thrilling field to explore. The technology advances at a rapid pace. Gaining a strong foundation through obtaining a degree prepares you for any emerging technologies. You might even develop something beneficial for the world!
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Jo Ann’s Answer
Hey Jason! At first, I signed up as an Accounting major at my university. But after just one semester, my counselor recommended that I change to Computer Science since it was a booming area. He also thought that my love for numbers, knack for tackling tough math problems, and curiosity about how stuff works would make this field an ideal match for me.
I'm so thankful for my counselor's support in choosing Computer Science, as it has brought me a rewarding career where I keep having fun discovering new tech and breakthroughs.
I'm so thankful for my counselor's support in choosing Computer Science, as it has brought me a rewarding career where I keep having fun discovering new tech and breakthroughs.
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