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Charles M Hurd

Aspiring adviser to STEM teens. Explains clearly, exhorts best practices. Raspberry Pi zealot.
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations - Computer and Mathematical Occupations
Greenville, Texas
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Adrian Feb 16 495 views

How can I start preparing for a computer software related job without taking in school classes?

I am 16 in 10th grade with little experience with computer software and coding things. I picked this career path because my dad has a company related to this. This career also interests me, because I like using technology and look forward to actually being able to understand it and create a...

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Henry Jan 12 512 views

why would aviation maintenance technician be a good job for someone who likes air planes?

is that a good job for me if i like airplanes

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Megan Aug 24, 2023 664 views

How difficult is it to get a job at NASA?

To anyone working at NASA or another space program, how difficult was it to get that job? Did you need perfect grades in everything to get into a good college for it?

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Dakota Mar 22, 2023 523 views

What are some good jobs for someone who loves building computers and setting them up for gaming and streaming?

I built my first computer at 17 and have always been in love with working with computers and figuring out what makes them run.

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Quinten Feb 01, 2023 523 views

Is a technical writer a hard job?

How can I get into it?

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Jsai Dec 01, 2022 1393 views

Do software engineers have enough time for their families? What is the quality of life like for people pursuing this career?

Do you get to spend weekends with your family? I have a daughter on the way so family time is important to me. Are there opportunities for work-from-home positions?

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Marc Kenny Aug 15, 2019 1117 views

How do I become a graphic designer?

#GraphicDesign #design #art #computer #web-design #graphic-design

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Omar Aug 01, 2019 607 views

3. What are some important skills for you career path?

Computer #computer #computer-science

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Jasmine May 28, 2019 494 views

I started out in computer science but I changed my major. Will that effect me getting a job in the future?

Switched to Business Computer Information Systems after one programming course. #computer #information-technology

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Augusta May 09, 2019 786 views

How does STEM tie into any of the hobbies/volunteering you participate in outside of work?

#computer-science #stem #technology #tech #programming #software #software-engineering #women-in-stem #software-engineer #information-technology-and-services #engineering

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Kiera May 04, 2019 1077 views

Is software development a good career move for me?

My major is computer science and I wants to be a software developer. #software

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Sarina Aug 10, 2018 816 views

Linguistic majors with bachelor's degrees, what struggles did you face once you tried to enter the workforce?

I'm considering pursuing a Linguistics major for my BA. I've read that it's quite hard to get a job unless you also have Computer Science minor/double major paired with Linguistics, which isn't quite my plan, though I'm considering pairing Linguistics with CS if it becomes clear that pursuing...

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Megan Jan 22, 2018 969 views

What is the easiest and most efficient way to pay back student loans?

I want to eventually earn my PhD in neuroscience. While this is a very prestigious goal, it comes with a heavy price tag. Knowing how to get out of student loan debt before I even have it will greatly benefit me.
#neuroscience #studentloans

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Mireia Feb 03, 2018 914 views

When are the best times to schedule college classes?

I'm a senior in high school and I've heard that it's not a good idea to take 8:00 A.M. classes in college. Is this true? If so, why and what are the best times to schedule classes to help me stay focused. I would really appreciate personal experiences and the guidance! #career #careers...

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Jalaal Jan 22, 2018 1178 views

What are jobs like with a computer science/computer engineering degree? As well as other tech jobs.

I'm a junior in high school. I am part of my schools tech academy and I hope to find a career in tech when I get older. I want to major in computer sciences or computer engineering. I'm interested in video games,baseball and cars. I just really don't know what the jobs are like in these majors....