Skip to main content
Jeff Sloan’s Avatar

Jeff Sloan

Software engineer - firmware Retired
Management Occupations - Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Round Rock, Texas
91 Answers
122442 Reads
492 Karma

Badges

Citizen Patrol
Civic Duty

Active Locations

Devetra’s Avatar
Devetra May 18, 2017 1901 views

How can you improve your Public speaking?

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

Devetra’s Avatar
Devetra May 10, 2017 1182 views

What are the requirements to become a professor?

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

Alastaire’s Avatar
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

Brenda’s Avatar
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...

Devetra’s Avatar
Devetra Apr 27, 2017 1155 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

Devetra’s Avatar
Devetra Apr 27, 2017 1042 views

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

Need to know when the time comes. #professor

Melissa’s Avatar
Melissa Mar 31, 2017 1664 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...

Melissa’s Avatar
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

Melissa’s Avatar
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

Melissa’s Avatar
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

Melissa’s Avatar
Melissa Feb 17, 2017 1600 views

Is it worth paying a decent amount of money to participate in a job fair?

I have an opportunity to attend a job fair, but for one day, the amount seems to be a little extreme. I just wanted to know are these expenses worth it considering the connections one may make. Especially when the job fair is Women in Aviation and my Master's degree is in Criminal Justice in...

Nathan’s Avatar
Nathan Feb 15, 2017 1656 views

What is the best job for me??

I am asking this question because I am lost!! I have worked 6 jobs in the last 5 years! #research #human-resources #resume #japan #recruiting #public-relations #retail #market-research

Brandon’s Avatar
Brandon Feb 13, 2017 1763 views

What are the prerequisites to become a professor at a college?

I am studying Information Systems Technology and am planning on becoming a teacher some day. #teaching #professor #information-technology #university-teaching

Rachel’s Avatar
Rachel Feb 07, 2017 1285 views

How to improve your communication skills in the workplace?

I am a student at Queens College. #career #career-choice #career-path #public-speaking #personal-development

Olivia’s Avatar
Olivia Feb 01, 2017 1069 views

What type of schooling do you need to be a college math professor?

I am a senior in high school and have thought a lot about what I want to go into when I go to college. I have thought about becoming a math teacher, physical therapist, or something involving computers. I have recently started tutoring a couple of students. They have been more successful in...

Maia’s Avatar
Maia May 15, 2016 1943 views

What are the worst parts about being a university professor?

I'm looking at getting my PhD in mathematics and eventually teaching at a college level. It sounds like the perfect job: low stress, work with scholars and students passionate about the subject, continued study in the field of choice, and travel opportunities. I was wondering what some of the...

Debra’s Avatar
Debra Dec 27, 2016 1099 views

What do graduate schools focus on in the admissions process?

I have heard that graduate programs will first look at GPA, which will then remove the unqualified students. #graduate-school #college-admissions #masters #college-recruiting #graduate-recruitment #graduate-programs

Kemi’s Avatar
Kemi Jan 08, 2017 1000 views

How hard is object-oriented programming without prior experience?

I'll be starting my first CS class this coming semester and I'm just wondering if I would be fine in the class without any prior programming experience. #computer-science

Sean’s Avatar
Sean Jan 01, 2017 999 views

What would be the best way to mix Business and Computer Science interests?

I'm currently interested in majoring in both of them and am wondering how I would be able to mix the two of them. #college #computer-science #business #career #career-choice

Keiyonna’s Avatar
Keiyonna May 26, 2016 988 views

Is it normal to change your career choice throughout college?

I'm asking because I feel like I'll end up changing my career path if Im not motivated or enjoying my path enough. I would like to hear words from others to get an insight of what its really like in college. #college #career-choice

Kemi’s Avatar
Kemi Dec 30, 2016 1541 views

What are some good minors with computer science?

Thought it would be nice to study another subject along with my major #computer-science #undergraduate

Paul’s Avatar
Paul Dec 13, 2016 1042 views

Can I transfer to an elite school with mediocre high school and SAT stats?

In high school, my GPA was around a 3.3 unweighted and my SAT was a 1570/2400. Is it possible for me to get accepted into a top notch school such as Cornell and Carnegie Mellon? I'm currently at a community college and my GPA is a 4.0; I've competed in two hackathons (Will attend more) and won...

Paul’s Avatar
Paul Dec 10, 2016 1007 views

What is the most demanding programming language in today's market?

I want to start learning programming, but I'm not sure which language I should begin with. #programming

Albert’s Avatar
Albert Dec 01, 2016 1131 views

As a Computer Science Major (or any CS related major) who has no prior work or internship experience, what do you suggest I do to get a programming job or internship?

As the question states, I am a CS major who has little experience and has only done a few side projects that were not too advanced (in web dev and basic networking principles). I am trying to get an internship and I have been sending out resumes and going to career fairs, but most companies...

Carter’s Avatar
Carter May 18, 2016 956 views

What computer programming language(s) and/or computing environments are most critical for theoretical astrophysicists?

I am a senior in high school and will graduate from high school in a few weeks. This fall, I start college and will double-major in physics and astronomy. My ultimate goal is to earn a PhD in Theoretical Astrophysics. While an undergraduate, it is imperative for me to gain computer...

Nathan’s Avatar
Nathan Nov 30, 2016 952 views

Is it worth it to pursue an advanced degree in business?

I am interested in the pursuing business in college and want to know if the major is required to get a job in business/marketing. #business #marketing

Salvador’s Avatar
Salvador Oct 19, 2016 2174 views

What degree is recommended for computer hardware design?

I read an old reddit AMA on it a couple months ago about a hardware engineer at
Intel and somebody brought up what they would need to receive his position. However,
he didn't give a straight answer so I would like to know what I have to do to be hired
into that job.

Christopher’s Avatar
Christopher Oct 20, 2016 1001 views

If I am a STEM major, can I expect to be picky when choosing a job after college?

In other words, is it likely that I will have a choice as to where I want to work? I am aware that the STEM fields are in a period of growth, so more and more jobs are being created. I dread the thought of being stuck in a career that I do not enjoy, and would like to have the ability to work...

Camille’s Avatar
Camille Oct 31, 2016 1568 views

Will being a teacher ever earn me a sustainable salary?

I want to be an elementary teacher but I know that money in that field is tough. #teacher #financial-planning

Elizabeth’s Avatar
Elizabeth Nov 08, 2016 2474 views

I'm not good at biology or any type of science but I have a passion for general surgery. What is he possibility of me getting into medical school?

Biology is very complicated but when it comes to general surgery I am very passionate about it. I want to become a surgeon but I'm not good at science .

#surgeon #medical-education

Hussam’s Avatar
Hussam May 19, 2016 1124 views

What language is the basis for computer science majors?

I just want to know what language I should focus on before I start school next fall. #computer-science #computer #computer-engineering

Ariel’s Avatar
Ariel Oct 19, 2016 1332 views

I want to be a cyber security guru, however; the cost of tuition is extravagant. How did you avoid becoming discouraged?

I have pretty much settled on 3 universities that I am very interested in attending. Each one is more expensive than the other. My parents cannot afford to pay the $200,000 tuition costs. The underpriviledged have federal aid and grants that do not have to be repaid. The wealthy have deep...

Ariel’s Avatar
Ariel Oct 19, 2016 1102 views

Is it best to take the path of Business Cyber Security or under Computer Science Cyber Security?

During a college visit at UTSA, one element of cyber security was under the umbrella of the School of Business. The other was under the umbrella of Computer Sciene. Which would you recommend as the best path to follow? #business #science #computer #security #cyber

Dante’s Avatar
Dante May 14, 2016 1451 views

I am interested in computer programming and I am wondering if the job market for these positions are only available in larger cities?

I come from a small town in the middle of no where and I am constantly being told that I have to expand my vision of where I want to attain a job in this position. I am a quiet, shy person who has never really been in a larger city and I am nervous about taking the step and moving to a larger...

Jerry’s Avatar
Jerry Jun 20, 2016 5379 views

Does "experience" always mean "professional experience"?

I see a lot of job/internship listings that require the applicant to have experiences in fields that suggest he may not necessarily need professional experience (a past position). For example, some social media internships require the candidate to have "social media experience: 1+ years". Would...

Luis’s Avatar
Luis May 14, 2016 966 views

How does a low income student start looking for financial aid since I am already focused on my dream school?

My dream school Is Stanford and I am determined to work as hard as I need to so that I can accomplish my goal of graduating and starting my career in business or becoming a lawyer. I come from a low income family so not only would it help me but, It would take less stress off my parents back....

stephany’s Avatar
stephany Sep 16, 2016 1100 views

Is getting a degree in computer science really a good idea?

I need information and i'm kind of hesitant on majoring in this field #computer-science

Abbas’s Avatar
Abbas Sep 28, 2016 2749 views

What abilities or personal qualities do you believe contribute most to success in this field/job?

generally what would be the best qualities that regardless all employers look for
#computer-software #management #programming #project-management

stephany’s Avatar
stephany Sep 14, 2016 2735 views

What should I know before majoring in computer science?

i'm nervous about college since I understand computer science to be a male dominated field. I don't want to be at a disadvantage due to my gender. #computer-science #computer #computer-programming

Anina’s Avatar
Anina Apr 29, 2016 1555 views

What am I learning in college that is actually relevant to becoming a software engineer?

Hi! My name is Anina and I'm a high school senior interning at CareerVillage. I'm not sure yet whether I'm interested in a career in software engineering. However, I've heard around the web that colleges don't teach you how to program, and you have to do that yourself. In that case, what do...

Amy’s Avatar
Amy May 20, 2016 1867 views

Does anyone have a degree in business and computer science?

Hello! When deciding on what to major, I have two ideas in mind -- one is computer science and the other is in business. Does anyone have both of these degrees and want to explain the job opportunities that have come your way? Is it helpful to have a degree in both CS and business? Are the job...