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Software engineer - firmware Retired
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Gary Sep 14, 2021 379 views

What programming languages are the best for getting a job?

What programming language is most looked for from companies hiring? #programming

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Trissa Jan 19, 2018 1253 views

How do I decide on a career?

Everyone asks me what I am going to major or minor in, in college and I still have no idea. I do not even know where to start on deciding what I want to be. #help #undecided #future

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Tomi Jul 27, 2020 822 views

How to know what Computer Science Major is best for your interests?

I'm in highschool and about to start the college application process, but when I think about what major I want to be in and what school best supports that major it's difficult because many colleges say "computer science" or "computer engineering" and I don't understand the difference. How do I...

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Chase Mar 20, 2019 781 views

What do you like most / least about in this career?

#computer-science #career

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Camilo Mar 08, 2019 852 views

What is one way that coding has benefited your life?

For example, some people claim to be better problem solvers after learning how to code. In what way has coding benefited you? #technology #coding #programming #computer

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Raylee Mar 05, 2019 441 views

In what ways has the improvements in technology negatively impacted our society?

How has it impacted the development of children and teenagers and their learning environment? #tech #technology #computer

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Abigail Mar 06, 2019 877 views

Could taking computer science or other technology classes benefit a biology major?

#tech

#computer-science

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Thomas Jan 24, 2018 1867 views

Does adding a Computer Science minor with my Geology major make sense?

I am a freshman Geology major at Alfred University and thinking of adding a minor in Computer Science. #geology #computer-science #geologist ##geology

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Kelle Sep 29, 2017 975 views

What are the advantages of a Computer Science major compared to a Computer Programmer major?

I am interested in a career in the computer technology field but am uncertain as to which major would open the most doors for gainful employment. Additionally, I am interested in computer animation and game design and would like to be able to use some of the required classes in my major(comp....

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sushila Apr 30, 2016 1163 views

How do I become a software engineer?

My name is Sushila. I am in 9th class. I want to make my career in computers as a software engineer and could use some guidance.

#engineer #software #computer-software #science #computer-programming

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somkid Sep 25, 2017 1275 views

How many programming Languages should I learn?

#Programming-language
#computer-programming

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Jake Aug 30, 2017 1011 views

How many languages is a Software Engineer expected to know?

I know this will vary from company to company but, in general, how many languages should a good Software Engineer be comfortable with?

#computerscience #programming

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Bill Sep 01, 2017 975 views

Can you still go to a university with a GPA that's in the 2.5 range

I'm about to graduate from high school and I wish to continue studying #education #technology

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Quynh Sep 01, 2017 1039 views

How do I know if I'm fit to be a biologist?

I really like biology and would like to go into the biomedical field, but I don't know if I am right for it. #bio #science #stem #biology #biotechnology

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Ivan Sep 01, 2017 895 views

Computer Science Jobs

Is the computer science job market going to continue to grow or is there a surplus of people studying computer science and taking most of the future jobs? #computer-science

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Stephen Sep 01, 2017 649 views

Whats the best way to prove that you have experience when applying for a job?

I realize that there are some jobs that require that you have experience and a way to show that. However, if you are straight out of college and the only real experience you have is what you did in college, is this enough?

#computer-science

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PRISCILLA Jun 17, 2017 9254 views

I am currently in my second year of college, and I still am undecided on my major.

I am currently in my second year of college, and I still am undecided on what to get my degree in. I have taken personality tests, spoke to counselors, spoke to friends but I still feel as if I am lost and my heart doesn't know what it wants. I need help. #psychology #career-counseling #sociology

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KalebBlake May 04, 2017 2412 views

Why do you need communication skills to be a computer programmer?

Why do you need communication skills to get this job? I mean, don't you usually just do your part of the team? #engineering #science #computer #career-details

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Kevin May 31, 2017 1227 views

What skills are needed to get hired in engineering?

Years ago, I earned a degree in engineering science. Then I spent the next 20 years working in retail. Now I'm looking to switch careers - and I really don't want to have to spend a fortune in schooling when I already have a BS (and a BA in history, BTW). No engineering organization will look...

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Thomas May 25, 2017 1112 views

What life style choices might you have to take to be a video game designer?

I want to know what choices in life would be good choices to become a video game designer. #computer-science #computer-software #video-games #software-engineering #software-development #video-game-design #video-production #career-details

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Devetra May 18, 2017 1902 views

How can you improve your Public speaking?

Had a public speaking class but still not confident #public-speaking

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Devetra May 10, 2017 1182 views

What are the requirements to become a professor?

Don't know the answer #professor #university-teaching #career-details

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Alastaire May 03, 2017 936 views

can i interview someone who does programming for a living

Because i am doing a a research paper on this career #programming

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Brenda Apr 29, 2017 1774 views

How do you address recipients in your email professionally?

Hello! I'm currently a freshman university student, and I send a lot of emails through my university email, to professors and university staff alike. I've done research on the right ways to email professors, reading tons and tons of articles but a Google search can't seem to help me. It's a...

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Devetra Apr 27, 2017 1156 views

When hiring do employers look for the people with the most experience or are they looking for younger people right out of college?

Want to know because after college I want to what employers are really looking for. #marketing

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Devetra Apr 27, 2017 1043 views

What is the correct way to ask your professor for a letter of recommendation?

Need to know when the time comes. #professor

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Melissa Mar 31, 2017 1665 views

What are the key words employers look forward on a persons resume?

I am applying to positions, but have had recruiters make comments to my resume as not being as a highlight to employers, mostly I present myself as a doer and not an achiever. I just want to know what are some things I can do to improve my chances at obtaining a job, I mean I haven't even...

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Melissa Mar 03, 2017 1374 views

What are some key words that really stick out to employers?

I am working on my new resume and I want to try to get the attention of the employer so I am not passed because my resume is ordinary. #criminal-justice #recruiting #hiring #homeland-security #job-application

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Melissa Feb 17, 2017 889 views

Is it best nowadays to use a recruitment service to obtain a career?

I just want to know what direction to move in besides just looking for employment myself. #career-path #recruiting #social-networking

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Melissa Feb 17, 2017 912 views

What careers should I be looking for? How do I even get my foot in the door?

I have a Bachelor's in Sociology, minor in International Relations, and a Master's in Criminal Justice in Homeland Security. What should my searches involve? I am willing to move anywhere. #recruiting #social-networking