Is a Computer Science Degree Worth It?

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Is a computer science degree worth it?
So this was a video a TON of people requested. It's the first video I'm doing of this type and if it does well then there will be many more to come. Basically in this video we will be going over specific criteria that are very important when it comes to choosing the right major or degree and then ranking them on a scale from 1 to 10, then at the end I'll average all of them out and give you a final score.
I'm trying to be as fair and accurate as possible in these videos, but of course at the end of the day it's just my opinion, so do your own research. I just hope this helps you out a bit.
Enjoy!
~Shane
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These videos are for entertainment purposes only and they are just Shane's opinion based off of his own life experience and the research that he's done. Shane is not an attorney, CPA, insurance, or financial advisor and the information presented shall not be construed as tax, legal, insurance, safety or financial advice. If stocks or companies are mentioned, Shane might have an ownership interest in them. Affiliate links may be present, the offers and numbers presented may change over time so please make sure to confirm that the offer is still valid. Some offers mentioned may no longer be available or they have been changed. Please don’t make buying or selling decisions based on Shane’s videos. If you need such advice, please contact the qualified legal or financial professionals, don't just trust the opinion of a stranger on the internet and always make sure to do your own research and enjoy this family friendly content.
Sources and further readings for jobs and college degrees:
bls.gov(bureau of labor statistics)
nces.ed.gov(national center for educational statistics)
payscale(provides information on jobs and degrees)

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[@notbazil2090]

Short answer: Yes.

[@ShaneHummus]

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[@ghostofathens6600]

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[@StealthPilotSaturn]

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[@tahmidbhuiyan5591]

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[@anon5019]

Thank you bro lol

[@TobiTheGreat]

As a computer science major who will soon be working in NYC as a software engineer, I agree with many of the points in this video. My first-year salary will exceed $100k after only a bachelor's degree. Although this is due to a combination of several internships done during college, the cost of living in New York, and sheer luck and blessings, many of my peers are also finding roles with great compensation. if any high schoolers, college students, or even people out of school are considering learning how to code, I strongly urge you all to make the leap.

[@ShaneHummus]

@Tobi The Great a comment worth pinning. Thanks a lot for sharing your thoughts on this. What you said here will fuel our comp sci students to stay inspired and keep the fire burning. One question though. What uni did you attend? If you could share tips as well I would greatly appreciate that. Cheers!

[@TobiTheGreat]

​@@ShaneHummus Definitely, thanks for responding! I went to Williams College, a small liberal arts school. Although considered elite, it wasn't known for Computer Science so I had to hustle for a lot of internships and opportunities. I enjoy regularly watching your videos, especially because it makes us viewers really think about the financial value of our majors, and how much of our tuition costs we could reasonably expect to recoup. I try to get as many of my friends and younger family to consume content like this. As for tips, I would say to get engaged in communities where people discuss software engineering and the tech industry. For me, it was Reddit and watching tech KZbinrs. But for other people, it could also be social events like tech meetups or hackathons. Also, learning CS fundamentals and algorithms in popular books such as Cracking the Coding Interview is near-essential for success in attaining software engineering jobs. Especially the high-paying ones. And lastly, for any of your tech/computer science-oriented viewers, I have a KZbinr channel where I talk about the tech world in lots more depth. Sorry for the shameless plug! Happy to answer any more questions here though.

[@ShaneHummus]

No worries brother. I dont mind.. I even subbed you.. And thanks for sharing all those valuable information.. Cheers!

[@derricklafure7671]

Congratulations, Live the Dream!!!

[@klown463]

So your degree was essentially secondary to your luck and internships. Doesn’t make it seem worth it

[@kieronkoh4230]

Doing my cs degree right now. Not gonna lie, it sure ain't easy but it's definitely something I love doing!

[@ShaneHummus]

Stay the course, it will all be worth it. Good luck bro

[@dumazilendlovu9172]

Yoh! what an encouragement

[@samiulislamdurjoy9416]

@kieron People says that if u love solving hard math without any help. U should choose cse . Bt is it possible as a 9th grade student I'm solving hard math without any help. And I'm not like that so brilliant student. Bt I know I'm a good student. Always Rankin between (1-10) . Bt is cse is like that.........

[@pooblock4092]

School is more fun than the job trust me.

[@geraldohuff4220]

I really like the programming aspect of computer science but boy do I despise math.

[@anthonycoleman2229]

Short answer: yes. Graduated with one in December 2018. Now I make 80K at my job as a Full Stack Engineer. The best strategy is the degree and an internship or paid work to get a job. It was well worth it.

[@jaysonemile6633]

Do recommend taking computer science with something else. Also what resources do you recommend to expose yourself to computer science. I’m only a sophomore in high school and have no experience whatsoever. But I think I may want to major in computer science in college.

[@imanekandili9740]

What university did you go to please?

[@anthonycoleman2229]

@@jaysonemile6633 taking Computer Science with Business would be great honestly. It gives you flexibility and can fast track you into manager roles. Mathematics is good if you want to get into Data Analytics as well. There are literally countless resources to get exposed to computer science. One of the best is tutorialspoint for learning a computer language or w3 schools for web design. But the best question is to determine WHAT software engineering field are you interested in getting into. Mobile development? Web Development? Data Analytics? There are a bunch of different computer science fields to get into.

[@anthonycoleman2229]

@@imanekandili9740 University of Wisconsin-Parkside

[@jaysonemile6633]

@@anthonycoleman2229 thank you

[@darksteel78]

It's been 4 years since graduating with my computer engineering degree. Pay is amazing. Benefits are amazing. Flexibility is amazing. The projects are (usually) interesting. There are so many openings in computing. There are so many business opportunities as well. It's absolutely insane! I think companies are really, really desperate for talent right now. I got lucky ending up in Silicon Valley but there is no doubt in my mind that the degree is extremely lucrative anywhere in the developed world. At my university, computer engineering was 85% computer science, 15% electrical/electronics engineering. It's functionally equivalent to computer science as far as the industry is concerned. I chose to take robotics electives in school but don't actually use those skills in my job. I'm just a standard software developer/engineer. Haha. I have a friend who went the boot camp route and struggled a lot in the field, being the first target during layoffs and having to learn A TON of stuff that boot camps just don't cover. With some tutoring and some years of on-the-job training he is doing OK now, too. I'd definitely recommend the degree route as it lays the complete foundation and gives you the flexibility to learn about some of the more advanced specializations like machine learning, artificial intelligence, programming languages, computer graphics, game development, distributed systems, and more in a controlled learning environment with ample timing before jumping straight into the subset of the industry you're interested in.

[@darksteel78]

@M.V Brown I'm a bit biased towards CS. I did have a few classmates that double majored in CS and some math majors (Applied Mathematics or similar IIRC). I think there's significant overlap, but the job outlook for CS seems so much better from what I can tell. If you're into computers or tech in any way (websites, apps, robotics, video games), I'd say go with CS hands down. If you are more of a number cruncher (actuary, statistician, big data analysis, etc.), I'd say stick with mathematics and learn enough CS skills on the side (R, Python, Matlab, etc.) to stand out.

[@darksteel78]

@M.V Brown I think that makes a lot of sense. I imagine you'd have a lot of flexibility in tech and also be in the running for more analyst-type jobs with that major-minor setup. Best of luck to you! I always stress to people that a CS degree is not easy. Since you like math, you'll probably be fine. CS in and of itself is more about discrete math (logic, set theory, graphs) than anything else. In you're a really math-y person, there are great subcategories of CS to go into like graphics, simulations, and machine learning. For example, in my junior year of college, I was taking vector calculus and working part-time for a research group that was making 3D ship simulation software for the Navy. While not realizing the connection at first glance, I found that I would learn about some vector math in class and be able to apply that math to add features to the custom 3D graphics engine we were making another day. That class had immediate payoff for me. I'd imagine, in practice, cases like this are few and far between though, so take it with a grain of salt.

[@ShaneHummus]

Wow.. thanks for sharing this.. worth a read for tech majors

[@cruiserx5492]

Do you think getting a BA in CS vs a BS in CS is that big of a difference to employers?

[@darksteel78]

@@cruiserx5492 I imagine it doesn't matter much in the job hunt. I'd argue the school you went to would count more for or against you than BA vs. BS. I've heard having a BA may affect compensation, but the examples I've seen are fairly minor and few in number. When viewing resumes, I hardly pay attention to whether it's a BA, BS, BE, etc. and I would never bring it up in an interview even if I did. Most of my questions would be focused on areas of strength and expertise followed by sheer ability to solve problems as determined by a coding/whiteboard interview. I'd probably be most concerned about ensuring the skill set you'd pick up with a BA is practical and applies to the parts of the industry you want to target when you graduate. I imagine with a BA, you'd have the opportunity to pursue the arts a bit more which would be amazing for more the more creative parts of computing like game development, computer graphics, etc.

[@Zebachi]

One of my classmates from college was a former software developer. He managed to break into the field without a CS degree but the company he worked for had to downsize. They decided to lay off all employees who didn't have a 4-year degree. It's an anecdotal example but having a degree in CS or a related field is a good investment for increased job security within such a volatile field of work.

[@ShaneHummus]

Zebachi couldn't agree more.. That's why I always say having a degree is always better than not having one. Thanks for leaving a sensible comment, please check out my other videos and let me know your thoughts on them. Cheers!

[@shivsoni1281]

He can probably put that experience on his resume and easily get another job though, right?

[@Zebachi]

@@shivsoni1281 It's a bit complicated. He would probably be able to get another job in software development. However, I do not know what the overall quality of this job would be. One of the reasons why software developers (in general) get paid a lot is due to a very high demand and a relatively low supply of qualified people. A developer who is not satisfied with their pay or work conditions can quit and easily find someone who is willing to give them the pay/conditions that they want. This puts a good deal of bargaining power in the hands of developers/engineers/etc., as opposed to the companies as a whole. However, many of those good paying jobs require that candidates hold a BS or MS, so developers who lack one of these degrees will also lose a significant amount of bargaining power as compared to someone with one of those degrees.

[@michaeln.2383]

News articles always say that you don't need a degree, but I don't buy it.

[@FrancisTheWalnut]

@@michaeln.2383 Same. Totally think most people need a degree nowadays.

[@jaskarankhurana8319]

We need these types of videos in veterinary and nursing degrees, there are so many misconceptions about the two fields your help and expertise would be great

[@ShaneHummus]

Jaskaran Khurana hey! thanks for being here. Definitely making a video on that. Stay tuned for it =)

[@chrisreynolds6391]

Veterinary sucks! You need to be a genius to get into vet school and then you graduate to work in a factory farm.

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@@ShaneHummus still waiting

[@blackadrenaline6314]

I was going to study veterinarian your whole bachelor’s degree is worth nothing you get paid like 20 thousand a year normally unless you get to veterinarian it’s only worth it if your getting to the highest point which veterinarian

[@blackadrenaline6314]

Now i’m going to study computer science with a masters in cyber security

[@ZachWeiss]

Thanks man. This reassured me that even if my entrepreneurial ventures go to shit, my CS degree is a good safety net.

[@ShaneHummus]

Zach Weiss you got a good fall back bro.. Plan things out and don't be afraid to switch plans if the need to do so arises. With volatility comes opportunity. Good luck =)

[@huey1153]

What type of shit?

[@maeve332]

@@huey1153 horse

[@dontdoit6986]

You’ll still need to keep your skills fresh. If you can’t show you have the skill to work on the company’s systems and cannot pass the interview questions, you’ll still struggle.

[@AmazingStoryDewd]

You could fail with your business ventures. However, if you're really interested in being an entrepreneur you'd try again.

[@alexandervelasquez9846]

I'm a Computer Science major and a few months away for graduation. Your videos have helped me out. Great job keep it up!!

[@ShaneHummus]

alexander Velasquez awesome! Let me give you an advance greeting. Congratz! Cheers to you =)

[@zixzizia1066]

@@kitrodriguez992 should I go into this if I can’t type?

[@mrborat2493]

@@zixzizia1066 type? You mean code?

[@zixzizia1066]

@@mrborat2493 no. I mean type. I letter hunt when I type as opposed to doing it the right way!

[@dannyz7904]

Did you graduate man? Did you land a job? How is it? Please update us !!!

[@pro-dark8658]

Hey man, absolutely loved this video. Your personality and presentation with a dose of honesty. I appreciate it and keep doing what you love, or start doing it. Keep up the great work and wish you well.

[@ShaneHummus]

I appreciate that! Thanks

[@saimonsmercier9733]

Good work!We need more of these videos. Are you going to do a buisness tier list? Looking forwards for that video.

[@ShaneHummus]

Saimons Mercier thanks! definitely will. That's also one of the most requested videos. Stay tuned for it

[@siaprasad8400]

Damn you're working hard, love your computer science videos, giving the video a like😊

[@ShaneHummus]

Sim Prasad that means a lot. Thanks brother

[@JoeBidenFanclub99]

Do finance next please! And maybe the benefits/ drawbacks of getting a masters in finance

[@ShaneHummus]

Not Your Dad Thanks for your suggestion, got one in the works.. Stay tuned for it.. =)

[@ryanglasheen6150]

Just finished an ap computer science exam. Great timing!!😂😂

[@ShaneHummus]

Ryan Glasheen you must be electrified by this video, Now don't forget to like it haha.. Keep that fire burning and good luck with your chosen path Ryan. Cheers to you buddy!

[@ryanglasheen6150]

I was already intending to study finance when I go to college anyways ,,,

[@ryanglasheen6150]

@Jake Garcia probably finance it gets great pay and isn't painfully hard and mentally exhausting like computer science

[@GauravGRocks]

@@ryanglasheen6150 don't need to put down computer science. Obviously fiance is more of your passion, and that's totally okay. I personally find passion in computer science.

[@omarzaifulizan3064]

same but i failed mine

[@JahshuaGiveon]

Thanks for this man, been on the fence about a CS degree. Definitely going for it now.

[@ShaneHummus]

Best of luck! Let me know how it worked out for you.. Cheers!

[@fezii9043]

How's it going so far?

[@ghnnrs]

update?

[@zaraki942]

What happened please lmk I’m also on the fence

[@josephinepowers2959]

Update please

[@Adman0402]

I love the office references through your videos! 😂 I've been fighting between whether to go for CS or MIS.

[@6kbps]

literally same, most likely doing cs then an mba afterwards since education is free but im still unsure

[@DeathTrapProductions]

Thank you for this video. I am on the fence about this particular degree path. I defintely see a future in it but I have always been TERRIBLE at math. I'm currently and audio engineer and sound designer looking into getting a batchelors in Computer Science and Game Audio. It seems like a logical step for remote work but I have reservations. Does anyone have any experience in that particular field that might be able to give some advice?

[@safwanahmed4558]

man your the greatest you give the best advice and the information I ACTUALLY NEED in the perfect amount of time

[@ShaneHummus]

Glad I could help

[@saitodosan9377]

One of the biggest cons when it comes to getting a computer science degree that you mentioned at the end but wasn't specifically part of the Cons list: It's hard as FUCK. If you struggle with math at all you better be prepared to work your ass off and be very ready for the real possibility that you're just not going to be able to complete it because it's too hard for you. Also a lot of people think that Computer Science is the same as software development, but it's not. So you really have to research and make sure you know what exactly it is before you decide to get a degree in it vs. teaching yourself programming and whatnot. Also ALSO it never ends. You constantly have to keep up with new technologies or languages that are getting developed all the time and it's basically a continuous learning process for the rest of your professional life or risk falling behind and getting canned, so if you're not interested enough to really love it in college there's a very real chance you'll get burned out. And I'm not being one of those guys that says "Don't do it unless you wanna dedicate your life to it or you'll never make it," but at the same time you really have to be okay with the fact that it's not a "learn in school then just go do it and never have to study again" type of career.

[@yalancyjunior3320]

Thank you

[@jaycool9480]

@@yalancyjunior3320 Yeah, software development is not the same as CPU science. Not by a long shot. There's very basic math involved with software engineering. All the Calculus and Linear Algebra or Differential Equations classes aren't really needed in software engineering. Unless you're working with a lot of numbers and complex logic like algorithms. There's more math in cyber security and Info technology sectors.

[@prestieger]

Thanks for making this video Shane. Your channel is gonna be huge one day!

[@ShaneHummus]

Big thanks for leaving such a nice comment. Cheers to you brother!

[@rivannocisero1630]

your video is very educating for me, i love it ! keep up the good work

[@ShaneHummus]

Thank you! Will do! Cheers!

[@minhquando100]

Here's another con: CS is not an easy degree to get. I'm currently a graduate student in computer science and I also teach freshman computer science courses (I'm a teaching assistant so I teach labs, professors give lectures), and from what I've seen, at least 40% of the freshmen entering computer science will be weeded out by the end of the year. Or as Tren Black would say: business by christmas. Also very important: contrary to what a lot of people think, CS is NOT software engineering. You're not just going to be writing code all the time, you're going to have to study algorithms, data structures, formal methods, discrete math, computer architecture, etc. If you don't like math and you're not good at math, you better buckle up and start reviewing or you too will be "business by Christmas".

[@ShaneHummus]

minh quan Do very nice and practical advice. Completely agree with what you said here. If CS was easy then everyone could go for it that easy.. But it is difficult and will challenge your math skills. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.. Cheers to that buddy!

[@leongrden8112]

Things like fluids dynamics and thermodynamics is what is keeping me away from deciding between CS and mechanical engineering or even pure physics. I love physics (mechanics the most) and continuous math more than discrete mathematics, although I could learn discrete mathematics probably faster than most people but I feel sad for giving away a big part of physics if I do decide to go for a CS degree (but even though I like and I'm doing well at math, discrete mathematics is the least interesting to me and maybe even the hardest branch, I enjoy calculus and algebra more) . Currently I am in high school learning how to code through Harvard's CS50 and I thought about maybe doing things like robotics or mechatronics but I'm not sure yet. I have 2 more years until college and I will try to do as much things as I can to see what I like more and the other way around (maybe I don't like coding as much as I think but I can't remember a time when I was more excited than when I started coding 1 year ago). For now I will continue to learn coding and last week I started to prepare for a physics competition which begins 6 months from now so I will see how that will go. So in a CS degree, is it true that there is much more discrete mathematics than continuous maths or no?

[@blugaledoh2669]

How difficult is the math. I am good with math but I need to know what type of mathematics required.

[@Daisika]

@@blugaledoh2669 The degree I’m looking at has calculus, and discrete math I and II, for example.

[@Ok-nr9xj]

I take it in high school so I’ve been thinking about post 18 and honestly I prefer the maths and studying side to the coding weirdly enough

[@hannahday3336]

This was very helpful, thank you✌🏻

[@ShaneHummus]

Glad to help. Stay safe

[@haileykhoo8927]

I really love all your videos. And you are THE ONLY KZbinr who actually reply to everyone's comments. Thanks for the great content and I really learnt a lot from you. And I clicked the subscribe button the moment I finished your first video. Keep up your good work and I will always support you!

[@ShaneHummus]

Glad you like them! I appreciate that nice comment. Stay tuned for more. Cheers!

[@immortal2318]

This entire channel is a lifesaver, thank you

[@ShaneHummus]

Happy to hear that!

[@29DPT]

Right ❤️

[@englishbulldogretreat7766]

Breath of fresh air. To the point information just does it for me.

[@nucle4rpenguins534]

Hey Shane would you do a science major tier list? I feel like it's an area that's kind of overshadowed by the other STEM fields and would be a good idea to look into. Also awesome video by the way keep up the good work!

[@ShaneHummus]

Nucle4r Penguins that's a good idea. Thanks for you suggestion buddy. Which science majors do you think will top the list?

[@nucle4rpenguins534]

@@ShaneHummus Hmm I think that biology , physics, and chemistry would probably be the most stable with only a bachelors since these can get you decent jobs right after school (ones with a salary about 50k). I haven't heard as many good outcomes with people only having a B.S. in psych or anthropology , etc... But I really can't say anything for sure on this except for myself with a B.S. in Physics the job market was kind of hit or miss. Going to Grad School afterwards seemed like the better option for me and I think many science majors went down a similar path. Also generally I think with only a bachelors, most of the sciences would rank under their Engineering counterparts. (Probably like B rank or so) since the gap in pay is pretty big.

[@niltomega2978]

I got a 2 year Computer science degree from a Community college. It cost me 14,000. Now I make 80k a year.

[@Aiden_Muslim]

That's great

[@niltomega2978]

Bullshit on what? My degree cost or my salary?

[@niltomega2978]

@@beachwave5705 I know. I have an associates in Computer Science

[@derricklyons2232]

What do you do for work?

[@derricklyons2232]

Did you have to get an internship to get a job?

[@thejuanlucas2]

Starting computer science in exeter in september. I was kinda nervous, this video helped me chillax

[@ShaneHummus]

Awesome.. Good luck then!

[@SweetSinger789]

Hey how have you found it so far? I'm in the UK so I'm curious on your experience.

[@hajarabdulrahman4508]

Me too I want to know how is it

[@ralphsamson6094]

how was it

[@dramaloop4658]

Hey how you doing ?

[@ofcoursesavag3585]

Great video,👍very informative

[@charithlakshan8382]

Thank you dude. This video is really helpful..

[@ShaneHummus]

You got it.. Any thoughts on the video?

[@michaeln.2383]

The career counselor and instructors at the university that I attended used to say that there was a shortage of programmers and that jobs were falling out of the sky and that all students would find a job. When I would talk to graduates, most students never found a job and the job market was saturated. Graduate school was full of students all waiting for their big break.

[@ShaneHummus]

Thanks for your input

[@josephg5332]

Thanks for making these videos they are super helpful I appreciate it

[@ShaneHummus]

And thanks for the support Joseph. Stay tuned for more valuable content.

[@handleyobusiness]

The amount of smoke sizzling from my brains in Calculus is proof enough that CS is worth it.

[@ShaneHummus]

It is. Cheers!

[@kiroao]

Please make a video comparing physics, engineering, computer science It's gonna be extremely helpful

[@yuranabdul7081]

really appreciate your work i dont know where i would be without you

[@ShaneHummus]

Yuran Abdul Thanks! I really appreciate that brother.. But always remember to leave 80% for your own judgement. I am just here to inform and guide, I can just be the other 20%. Cheers! =)

[@Creative7inc]

Definitely! If there is one thing I am continuing to force myself to learn it's computer science. With the movement of the market to where it is today, computer science is crucial for pretty much every job. And for the jobs that don't require it, being able to involve it into that job will only push you ahead of the competition!

[@ShaneHummus]

Creative 7 Inc right. Agree with what you said. Expect growth with the next 5 to 10 years.

[@SharifulIslam-ol8pz]

Thank you so much! Its helpful.

[@logangaming5154]

Thank you so much for this! Some people say that it’s a useless degree and there are some that are saying it’s one of the best. I’m definitely going for the degree now after watching. =)

[@35dilbert]

hey man great video, currently about to finish my first semester toward my cs degree. I see a ton of people on reddit and other places online talking about not being able to find a job after hundreds of applications, is it genuinely that tough to land a job or are these people doing something wrong?

[@jospinmuhanuzi2229]

I think companies are more likely to hire candidates with internships/any other type of experience throughout their degree. So maybe try to see what opportunities your school offers?

[@jermanyburke3804]

Your channel is helping me. I’m 34 years old trying to figure out what to do with my life. I got my associate in arts degree but I’m thinking of getting a bachelors in finance or theater. I’m now pondering computer science as well. I definitely don’t want to waste money on a worthless degree. College is hard lol.

[@deletedaccount567]

That’s your problem. You’re getting degrees in useless fields. I would’ve done an associates degree in a STEM field or in air traffic control. And definitely don’t major in theatre if you want to be stuck in a low paying dead end job.

[@stephenfreel2892]

My dad has a long story about getting into computer engineering with only a degree in finance. He says that at the time it was out of luck because there were some companies around where he lived which had a high demand for software engineers. He got trained, and he tried as hard as possible to get the job and then did. He said it’s better to actually major in computer science or engineering rather than to take the big risk of no college education. He said getting the first job was like “It’s either I get this job and then can work as a software engineer with the credibility of the job, or I will never get to work as a software engineer again.”

[@Lil-tp6gm]

Very Good Video, Stright To The Point

[@cassandra2968]

I’m so excited I will be majoring in CS next spring 😲 I was a psych major and will be getting my associates (I thought helping people was what I wanted to do) however I’m an introvert, not a people person and I work for amazon and help with the website, I love it. I know that a degree will help me in terms of job opportunities.

[@ShaneHummus]

Nice.. Best of luck Cassandra

[@christine3081]

Congrats!! Are you going to switch in the same school? Which school is it? Thanks!

[@bryanterrazas9440]

Hi cassandra I’m literally in the same boat as you, this semester I was supposed to get my associates in psych but did a bit of self reflection. I’m taking my first cs class this moment. How’s it going for you ?

[@egg-iu3fe]

bro same, went from psychology to computer science

[@nataliem.8127]

Same here lmao

[@TH-ie6jr]

Hey Shane, I really appreciate your videos even if my degree is useless 😂 This may sound a bit random but could be a video idea. Could you do maybe a video on Jobs that the military could train you in if you really want to retrain as something? I think they do give someone loads of options if someone wanted to get paid to retain as something with regards to a skill and future job. It’s something that I am currently considering given my silly degree 😂

[@ShaneHummus]

T H I love that idea.. Already making one actually. haha Stay tuned for it. Cheers!

[@TH-ie6jr]

Shane Hummus - The Success GPS Ah man thank you so much for replying! And ah awesome! I’m really looking forward to the video. I don’t know if it is the same in the US as it is in the UK, my country, but if you have a degree and a certain level of grades, you can go for officer training off the bat where they train you and pay you pretty well also 😂 It’s something that I am currently hoping to do. L Anyway looking forward to your video bro, really appreciate the effort of your videos.

[@ShaneHummus]

@@TH-ie6jr same here in the U.S.. You actually get paid and get trained/educated at the same time when you get accepted in the military. But yeah, you have to be smart and physically fit to be in. You are welcome, Cheers!

[@NewYork7914]

You're a guru of careers! Thanks 😊

[@caesarsalad9658]

You should do a video on a BA vs a BS in computer science.

[@aurkom]

Great video! I have bets on the automation hype train as well, would you also look at other engineering degrees like Robotics/Mechatronics and Control Systems Engineering?

[@ShaneHummus]

Aurko Mitra thanks for the feedback. And sure I can make a part 2 of this video that would include other engineering fields. Stay tuned for it. =)

[@jamesomalley5247]

I was thinking about doing robotics and controls engineering But there is so much math And physics So I thought I could start out at a 2 year college and transfer But all the 2 year schools around me that offer robotics and automation don't transfer And not a lot of colleges have engineering degrees In mechatronics and robotics It's usually focused on one Field like mechanical electrical or software I mean mechatronics and robotics is really interesting Im thinking about doing software And maybe get a cs degree What I can tell you about This tech world is that everything is on the computer now And it eliminates paper and pencil I mean if you want to go into robotics and controls systems I think you should study electrical engineering Or mechanical engineering Most labor blue collar jobs will go away And science and tech will continue to grow I think the best degree's for someone That likes machines is computer science or engineering The problem with cs is that's self paced And there is not a teacher Saying this is what you do and how you get it done Another problem is that most of it is online It's sad that most people are not interested in robotics or control systems When this help out a lot Everyone thinks they can build an app or website Which floods the industry I wanna see technology automating a machine not making an app or website that can be done traditionally Engineering is more tactile Traditional facts based Computer science is more digital Throw a computer in my face And I'll figure it out Oh let's meet on this app So it depends where your interests are If you are interested in software digital things Programming than go for computer science If your more Interested in hardware Robotics Computer controlled things Go engineering If you wanna talk more you can email me at [e-mail]

[@aurkom]

@@jamesomalley5247 Yup, lot's of calculus haha

[@krioisawesome6382]

Really excited to enter this subject. Might go to university this year for it.

[@ShaneHummus]

Krio Is awesome that's awesome! I wish you all the luck. Which uni are you looking to attend?

[@krioisawesome6382]

Shane Hummus - The Success GPS Hopefully UBC in the future but I am in grade 11 and hopefully will be able to attend UofS for the summer if some how the coronavirus dies down.

[@umiakalevinem]

Maybe one about MS Financial Engineering. Kudos to this channel.

[@ShaneHummus]

Umang Pahwa gona make that video. Stay tuned =)

[@StarsiteProgrammers]

Since the day I started to work with you, I know I've changed a lot which really helped me to become a better person inside and out. You are one of the reasons why I'm always trying my best. Thank you so much You know I appreciate you so much.

[@moonglade2016]

I'm about to get my AA in IT and I'm debating on weather or not I should go for the cs bachelor's degree. The main worry I have is the math because higher level algebra was a struggle for me. If I do decide to get the bachelors it will only be 2 years because I will have the AA. Any advice is appreciated.

[@BimmerWon]

I have a mechanical engineering degree but my job is pretty much just pure coding XD. I should have studied software engineering because I like it a lot better. To me it just feels like a puzzle game that I get paid for. I absolutely hate fluids dynamics and thermodynamics because of all the equations and math involved. I do some mechanical stuff sometimes but mostly it’s just developing algorithms, measurement software, and GUIs. I like how you can easily just create something using your keyboard. I even automated some stuff in my home so I can just control it from an app on my phone from anywhere in the world. Before I hated coding because I didn’t understand it at all but the more I learned about it the easier it became and more resourceful I got. I remember it once taking me an entire day to get one single line of code working when I originally started and it was so painfully frustrating. Now I can finish what my boss gives me a week to do in just a few hours most of the time.

[@konstantinosantoniou3904]

Yes at beginning it is very frustrating but when you get it right Isn't it the best feeling?

[@BimmerWon]

@@konstantinosantoniou3904 yes indeed!

[@BimmerWon]

@The Algorithm here’s an idea, google it. Don’t waste my time asking these stupid questions.

[@mikes.1946]

Currently working on my BACS while doing a full stack MERN bootcamp in hopes to break in before I finish school. Best of luck to everyone 😁👍👍

[@ygobarreto]

Hi Shane thanks for the video and enlightenment on the topic! Now one question comes to mind: what would be old as one of the cons? 30s.. 40s.. ? :)

[@ShaneHummus]

You got it and thanks for the feedback. Well, to answer that, it is subjective. Like I said on the video companies may phase out older employees so that depends again on what they consider is old and incapable of doing the tasks. Best of luck! Cheers!

[@understance9516]

could you in future say where you get the information, because it would be seriously helpful! thanks!

[@ShaneHummus]

Bottom of the description :)

[@trevormiller931]

I’m in the tech space, although I didn’t do a CS degree. I did an engineering degree and got a 2.7 undergrad gpa. My engineering field had very low job demand and it was impossible to enter without a PhD. So I was unemployed with a low GPA for nearly a year. I worked my ass off to learn CS skills. I taught myself everything with online free classes and projects. Now, I’m a data scientist for a company in Silicon Valley (data science can be entered by any math related grad) and making well over 100k. However, I work remotely from home in a much lower cost of living area (Midwest). Lower taxes than California, but the same salary as the rest of the data scientists there. So yeah I get to work from home in my pajamas making a lot of money. I think that if you really want to do this and want the life that comes with it- work your ass off to become good at CS and math. Anything is possible. The effort is well worth it in the end. A CS degree helps, but if you didn’t get one and want a CS job, you can definitely pivot. On the idea of outsourcing- it won’t really happen to you if you’re decent. The best CS minds are located in first world countries at the moment. Companies generally outsource only if they can’t really afford a good CS person or can’t afford one.

[@ShaneHummus]

Trevor Miller thanks a lot for sharing an insightful comment. I really appreciate sensible comments such as yours. Please check out my other videos and leave a comment. Cheers! =)

[@chineduobi4322]

How can i get a remote job at a really young age

[@trevormiller931]

Shane Hummus - The Success GPS I have been watching. Love your content :)

[@trevormiller931]

Obi wan Apply to multiple. I applied to over 300 before landing one job. You need to discuss option of remote up front.

[@zeeshanhussain7936]

Well majority of tech jobs are outsourced to H1B visa or OPT visa people , they work for cheap . You will notice it on ur floor . Most tech jobs don’t have permanent jobs , they give IT staffing companies to hire people as consultants and the money trickles down to the worker or consultant. In the future or what is happening currently is many companies are opening branches staring in India Hyderabad for example and hiring resources for peanuts. Trump is trying to stop this but in the end capitalism prevails. It is similar to what has happened to manufacturing

[@josephinepowers2959]

Love this video

[@ahsananas5882]

I'm studying in the finance field rn . I'm planning to take IT anytime sooner. Also is it going to be tough BCS of the 2 different path fields?

[@jdkingsley6543]

Absolutely, the people that are telling no, are hurting you. They already know how difficult it is. Especially if you are at a disadvantage.. just be ready to work

[@foxrootking5077]

1.is 3 am 2.i like your videos 3.thanks for giving us hope of CS

[@ShaneHummus]

foxrootking you got it. Best of luck to you. =)

[@interestingthings380]

Lol I am watching at 3:20 am,we get thoughts about our career at this time of the day

[@nonchanime]

I’ve actually been thinking about this a lot...I got accepted to a few colleges and have done research for like 2 years lol so I hope it works out

[@ShaneHummus]

Good luck with all your plans. Have you decided which industry to target? Cheers!

[@dhurbarajpuree2992]

You deserve a million subs . Maybe more. I'll stick with you upto you are the most subscribed channel on U tube 😂💚

[@MattKander]

I've done two degrees, one majoring in compsci and pscyhology, the other in marketing and information systems. By far the compsci degree offers the most in terms of flexibility past graudation. You can build your own apps / products, work in essentially whatever industry you want (as pretty much every industry has tech), you're also able to work remotely and have your pick of cities worldwide. You also don't need a degree to get into the industry. I've done a similar video talking about the pros and cons of a CS degree, but this was a good explanation, cheers Shane!

[@ShaneHummus]

Matt Kander wow! thanks for being here buddy. I appreciate your sensible comment on this. Good input. Cheers! =)

[@ShaneHummus]

You just earned a new subscriber =)

[@nycto16]

But also every company needs Marketing Managers. For me Business degrees are better than Engineering. Btwn you have both that's great! 💗

[@nomnom1894]

Alpha Nemesis coming from someone with a marketing degree, the entry pay for marketers is pretty low compared to entry pay for comp sci and the entry way for marketers/business degrees is COMPETITIVE its a bit over saturated and computer scientists are much more in demand especially really good developers, my friend dropped out of college but was a self taught developer and talked about how HE was the one who had to train recent comp sci grads yet they were getting a bit of a better starting pay than him.. so at the end of the day just learn the skill and let your skill prove itself

[@nycto16]

@@nomnom1894 But in most of the countries Marketing or any other business majors earns more more than comp sci majors.. plus in Asia there's high unemployment of software engineers. But business majors are always high in demand around the world because every organization needs marketing or any other type of managers but not every organization needs software engineers or any other engineer. Yes skills are really important to enhance in any field but business majors are high in demand and earns more.

[@leenoor6267]

Hi, I really like ur videos, and I have a very important question is CS major good for someone who lives in KSA?

[@ShaneHummus]

CS in general is very good. Good luck

[@hopefuldreamer1074]

Meaning wherever you are it is a gem to pursue

[@mounirsamaan]

Hey Shane, new to your channel but I noticed in one of your videos you talk about how you used explorehealthcareers.org to figure out that you wanna become a pharmacist. I’m currently in the dilemma where I truly have a passion for medicine and want to become a pharmacist aswell but I’ve seen job outlook for pharmacist jobs look bleak as the us labor statistics talk about how the supply is becoming overwhelming for the demand for pharmacists and how finding a job as a pharmacist will be hard in the future as their is little to no job growth. Any tips or advice you can give?

[@ShaneHummus]

Explosive Peter hey bro! thanks for being here. You are actually making a good point on the stats. Looks like you did a fair amount of research on your end. Please stay tuned for my video on Pharmacy. Cheers!

[@saimullangi6438]

@Shane Hummus - The Success GPS can you do one on Informatics and the best programs for it.

[@ericv5943]

I think this man deserves more likes!

[@estherjoy9803]

Great vid can you do a information technology

[@ShaneHummus]

Esther Joy sure can! Let me put that on the list of videos to do. Thanks for your suggestion. Cheers! =)

[@MrTristan603]

These comments are absolutely different from what other people are saying. I became so unsure about my path in getting a CS degree. This was very reassuring

[@zazoyadraws1564]

Thanks for the video, i've been on the fence about pursuing a cs degree but now i'm pretty sure i'm gonna go for it. However i know math is an important part of it, and i'm quite average at it, if slightly above. I do really enjoy programming and working on projects though, but am i just going to end up burning out if the math part is too difficult? Thanks for any advice anyone can give me :))

[@PyckledNyk]

Only do a CS degree if you are passionate about coding and making software. Otherwise the field will chew you up and spit you out for the worse.

[@Catalyna.Salazar]

As a Computer Science major, I greatly appreciate this video. Thank you! ☺️

[@ShaneHummus]

jackelynarias123 that's awesome! Which uni did you attend? Cheers!

[@yoyoyo111able]

How hard is it? I heard you have to be very good at math

[@Traumatised311]

In my country computer engineering is very easy and pays quite well but it's hard to find a job without a masters degree

[@eskay6666]

@@Traumatised311 bullshit. Edit, my bad i didnt notice the “my country”

[@Reyana929]

@@Traumatised311 where r from?

[@zmertzi]

im starting college and ive been focusing on getting to this course, hopefully it is actually worth the time. will return to this video after some time to give my experience.

[@jakubswiercz8288]

How are you doing so far?

[@ShaneHummus]

Good luck

[@jaysonemile6633]

How is it so far? Please respond.

[@chxrryybomb]

so... did u like it?

[@JesusLopez-yu5ff]

Can you do a video only talking about Information System. Is major in business that I’m really looking forward for and I want to know your thoughts! Thanks

[@ShaneHummus]

Noted Jesus. I might consider that if I get a lot of request for that

[@Cris-qn2ii]

Planning to do CS so thx a lot!! 😊

[@kassum6352]

I’m a junior at high school I wanna focus on my future I’m not gonna listen to these bozo’s saying college isn’t worth it and I came across your channel. Ima be binge watching this for a while lol. I’m thinking of and my family recommended me to major in comp sci, I’m not the best at math but I am dedicated to get the check

[@galaxygkm4696]

I’m also in highschool looking into this major but math isn’t my strongest subject 😅

[@OneAndOnlyRoRo]

@@galaxygkm4696 anything can be your strong subject if you study. Math and science isn’t like other subjects it takes more effort

[@galaxygkm4696]

@@OneAndOnlyRoRo true, I say it’s not my strongest subject because I’ve taken AP math and got a low B

[@hj2479]

@@galaxygkm4696 Comp sci isn't just math, sure you could spend some time and improve your math but I would say that learning a programming language in high school is much more useful and doesn't take that much math. I would recommend python as a great beginner language that is universally useful to know.

[@galaxygkm4696]

@@hj2479 yeah ik programming is not just math good thing I have a computer science elective available at my hs might consider taking it also I’ll probably look more into coding as well

[@alo8984]

yeah thats it im teaching myself to code so that when I get to college I will be at least a little prepared

[@ShaneHummus]

It's very useful

[@decisiond3253]

Hi Shane, I am really confused. I am doing cs 1st year and I have physics and chemistry so I wanted to know if it will affect my career path, whether it will be different from someone doing information system

[@tamp3890]

Hi! I came across your video and am more confused about what I should be. I'm a senior in high school and can only think of 3 possible careers: software engineer, financial manager, and computer science. I'm thinking about majoring in computer science because of the pros, but I'm terrified that I'm going to fail or not understand the material. I like solving math problems and want a job that ensures that I'll get a job after college, pays well, and will let me understand the material even more. I also know nothing about programming, even though it looks interesting, and just for more information, I want to go into a California state college instead of a university to save money (will i be able to get a high paying job even if i'm not going to a university?). I'm confused about everything honestly, since I don't know what classes to take in college or even know if I'll be able to handle everything. I've watched a few videos on what computer science is (pros & cons) and it seems very difficult. I know the only person who can stop me is myself, but I just want to know people's opinions on what my career should be. Please let me know your thoughts on what I should do!

[@ShaneHummus]

Hey Bunda Cat.. Those are really solid choices. Can't go wrong with those choices so up to you to plan it out which one you can confidently say you can be good at. Good luck!

[@randomperson8593]

Do you also consider the amount of university students enrolled in a computer science degree major currently and its growth rate? Because that would honestly increased competition considering the fact that many international uni students consider working in the US... I would like your opinion on that too. But otherwise love your content, keep it up!

[@ShaneHummus]

random person thanks for sharing such an insightful comment. Growth rate is good for comp sci. There is big growth. Cheers!

[@minhquando100]

I wouldn't worry too much about saturation if that's what you're afraid of. I'm currently a graduate student in computer science and I also teach freshman computer science courses (I'm a teaching assistant so I teach labs, professors give lectures), and from what I've seen, at least 40% of the freshmen entering computer science will be weeded out by the end of the year. Or as Tren Black would say: business by christmas. So due to the large numbers of people failing out of the degree, chances are the field won't be saturated by CS grads. It's the math and physics and other engineering majors that I'd watch out for because those guys are smart as hell too.

[@randomperson8593]

minh quan Do That’s a very interesting perspective! Thanks for the reply

[@Traumatised311]

@@minhquando100 physics is one of the hardest degrees and rigorous too, I am a mechanical engineer and I would nevr do a physics degree

[@randommale1968]

If they let you cheat on exams, many courses not needed. After all, you don't end up a programmer if you don't want to. You can be in an administrative position

[@mmturon]

Currently in highschool here in the Philippines, I've already planned all that I want to do. Wish me luck!

[@ShaneHummus]

Best of luck!

[@miakayuki1068]

What college will you study? I'm researching too for good school I still cant find a good one

[@chasa4347]

I've worked with computers for nearly 30 years. I didn't get a degree, but was working as a technician, and took a basic class through the local community college, and wrote a scheduling program using basic on the first IBM XT that my company bought. From there I worked up through the ranks, ended up in SCADA (system control and data acquisition) which is a niche field, but good for job security. My US company ended up merging with a UK company that liked outsourcing. Pretty much the entire IT department got outsourced, quite a bit to India, and the only company employees in IT ended up being project managers. Folks with IT skills that supported automation (hands on) ended up keeping their positions. And often, they worked away from headquarters, had more job freedom, which is nice. For hiring, it was over a decade ago that we even considered someone without a degree. We went from hiring out our team level, (outsourced HR), so when we needed someone new, they ran an online job hunt, and we were only allowed to interview folks that made it through the outsourced HR. So, I'd recommend that a degree is a necessity if you want to work for a huge corp. I'd say my job satisfaction is very good, but I love getting down to the bit level, and troubleshooting issues. I don't do as much anymore, but I used to put in super long hours. (base salary, no overtime) As you noted about keeping your skills current, that is a must in the computer industry. You have to put in lots of your own time learning new skills if you want to stay relevant. Not bad if you like constantly learning new skills, but if not, probably not the area for you.

[@ShaneHummus]

Thanks for your input. Cheers!

[@pepite-5760]

Hello Shane. I did a bachelor in Life science, a master in Genetics, and now I want to pursue in computer science. I thought about doing a master, but after watching your video, i wonder if a bachelor in CS is the most appropriate. I have some programming experience from my master in genetics (python, R). I'd love to know what you think is the best path to become a software or ML engineer (switching from bio-informatics, statistics to computer science) Thank you so much for your videos. Be safe

[@ShaneHummus]

Hey bro! If you are committed to this plan I think comp sci would be your best choice. Which industry are you aiming to land a job at btw? Cheers!

[@soniamartell4502]

I wanted my son to take this.. We did talk about Comp Sci before. Anyway, nice content

[@ShaneHummus]

Nice! how did the conversation go?

[@collnes5289]

@@ShaneHummus It turned bad and ended up with bloody hands and a dead child... Yikes

[@nobody7349]

Dont force your kid😇

[@ncrujaki259]

@@collnes5289 is that you dad?

[@daf1678]

This encouraged me to start a CS degree. I love programming since high school and STEM fields in general, but my parents wanted me to do finance😕

[@mryup6100]

Good! Follow your passion and money will follow you.

[@anoopgill7245]

Lol im the opposite, i like finance but parents want me to do CS

[@anoopgill7245]

@I ain't Budoy, I'm Natoy you wanna switch moms?

[@daboss6614]

You made the best choice!, Programming also pays a lot more (usually)

[@daf1678]

@@daboss6614 Update: I couldn't get into Compsci as my number of credit exceeded the credit window. I chose electrical engineering. I think this one is great too.

[@axlrose5082]

Do you think it's a good idea to study something microeconomics-administration related (I'm from Argentina and here there's an specific career for that) while learning to code by yourself? I know in some companies it's a requirement to know IT even if you're more into the management area. If I want to apply to a job with these two requirements, do you think I can be full self-thaught(IT speaking) or do I need some qualification (like university courses or something like that). Thanks for your time, I'd really appreciate your advices.

[@ShaneHummus]

There are certain degree worth going to a uni for. So plan it out. I am not familiar with the setting in Argentina so best to do actual research. Good luck. Cheers! =)

[@licarsmeth6890]

I heard you reply to everyone 👀 I don't have much of an interest in anything except writing novels and scripts but they're not so well received in the parts where I live. So I need a good degree which will give me a secure job in return so that I can still pursue my interest as a part time job till (hopefully) it grows. In that case, is 4 year CSIT degree (not computer **engineering**) a good option for me?

[@do1747]

Thanks, you have helped me alot before by replying cs is a way better than veterinary medicine. Now I'm hesitated between computer science and physiotherapy please help me again 😂 :)

[@ShaneHummus]

Donia 1 CS all day hahaha Best of luck to you. Cheers!

[@fezii9043]

I'm a CS major but dropping out, I love coding and am good at it but that's like becoming a camera engineer/designer because you're into photography. For computer science you have to be able to think abstractly and be fairly creative, while applying that abstract thinking to a structured framework. + You gotta be willing to put in tons of work. Best of luck to yall

[@trevorjamesconsideracion1982]

How are you doing now? Wish you luck in your career change man

[@fezii9043]

@@trevorjamesconsideracion1982 honestly, I regret dropping out. I signed back back up and am starting again this Monday since thankfully I didn't absolutely burn that bridge. Looking back I really wasn't in the right headspace, but hopefully now I am. It's worth it to just finish the degree imo EVEN if I don't end up using it down the line it's a damn good thing to have.

[@sgmx757]

@@fezii9043Best of luck, friend.

[@somto1272]

Thanks man!

[@ShaneHummus]

You got it.. Any feedback?

[@stefan-tg6ec]

Can u do a video on the differences between going into the medical field and goind into the computer science field. I want to know how much free time programmers have outside of work and how well they maintain the work-life balance.

[@ShaneHummus]

Is a Computer Science Degree Worth It? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mV6XYnyPZceCfbc Why being a medical doctor is overrated... kzbin.info/www/bejne/noeykmWkeKeUadk

[@khairinoa]

Hi Shane. Thank you for this. I've been heavily conflicted between Economics and Computer Science. If possible, can you make a video on Economics degree as well please?

[@ShaneHummus]

Those are really solid choices. I might make a video on economics in the future but can't promise specifically when. Stay tuned Cheers!

[@jakubswiercz8288]

@@ShaneHummus How about getting associate degree from Economics and CS engineering degree ? Thay would be a very solid choice I think You could pursue a career in both fields, or you could combine the knowledge from both subjects I think it could give you a big opportunities, you have great business and technology knowledge

[@lifechangingcreations1442]

@Khairinoa Same here :(

[@andrewmayer1168]

Comp E is where it's at. Very easy to break into the tech field with the coding you learn in the degree but also protected against outsourcing because the EE skills you learn aren't just something anyone can pick up.

[@ShaneHummus]

Andrew Mayer that is a good point. Thanks for sharing what you know. Cheers!

[@kimothefungenuis]

8:20 I am from Egypt and yup, plenty of companies are outsourcing here. I do think outsourcing will increase because more and more people in my country are learning English.

[@stephenmcternan2831]

Hey there Shane. Really good video, very informative and well put together. I wanted to reach out to you if that's ok? if you have a twitter account or some other form social media account. Wanted to ask you few different things about this industry based on a few things you said in your video. Appreciate any help. Cheers 🤘

[@solar679]

Please do a video on information systems versus computer science

[@jigsaw2253]

Mayowa Paul I will give you this analogy: computer science is the doctor while the it it the nurse

[@ShaneHummus]

Mayowa Paul that would be a blockbuster.. Which one do you favor? I will make a video to share my opinion on that. Stay tuned. Cheers! =)

[@solar679]

Shane Hummus - The Success GPS I prefer information systems because there’s less math and more emphasis on coding also you get to learn the business side of things

[@aseelal5338]

So I am thinking to change from accounting (I already have a degree and accounting job) to computer science but really I need strategy. I am thinking to have master in computer science. I love programming. what do you suggest ? Can you do a video on how to be computer science without a degree. Like getting a certificates that are useful ?

[@ShaneHummus]

I think some courses are worth paying the uni for, comp sci is one of those. You really have to learn that at a uni. What universities are near your city? Cheers!

[@OshaliRajapakse]

If you really like a CS then it’s fine to change. But make sure you aren’t just attracted to the salary and you actually WILL actually have to work really hard in the field. But GOOD LUCK on whatever you choose!

[@vaelinalsorna1649]

Hello. I already have a degree in Accounting and I'm now doing a degree in Computer Science. All I can say is, I regret not switching much sooner! I'm definitely having way more fun learning Computer Science, than balancing somebody's books. lol. Just make sure you have a game plan. Don't take CompSci just because there's a demand for software developers. Most of my peers that I know that came in with that mindset and thinking it's easy money, fail HARD. Of course, not saying chasing money is bad because it's totally fine with the right mindset. During your time in University, make sure you network, make friends, make side Programming projects, and get as much internships as you can! Edit: Forgot to add. If you're serious about CompSci, I suggest you start learning to program ASAP. I assure you, knowing this in advance helps A LOT. Personally, learning Python fundamentals before Uni started, made learning C at University a cake walk for me. Thanks to this, I could actually focus on other papers more like Discrete Math or learning more advanced topics on my own on the side.

[@mauve9266]

Vaelin Al Sorna question. How important is maths because I really like the idea of doing CS as I recently learnt how to code in python and found it quite enjoyable however I’m not taking maths at school currently and am not amazing at it. I’m ok but is there a lot of complex maths involved that I’d struggle with

[@vaelinalsorna1649]

@@mauve9266 This really depends on which University/College you go to. A traditional CS degree involves a lot of Math: Calculus, Discrete, Linear Algebra, etc. Then there's Data Structures, Algorithms, Theory of Computation, etc. On the other hand some Universities like the one I'm attending offers a major that focuses on Software Development which is less math and more of preparing you with more practical skills such as software design, database design, team methodologies like Agile, basic networking, distributed systems, etc. I suggest you give the colleges/universities near a you call and fin out what their programs are actually like and if they offer a less mathematical degree geared primarily for software development like mine.

[@gerardomunoz5241]

Hey Shane! I’ve been a fan of yours for a while and always excited to watch your videos but I’m currently in a bundle. I’m a high school senior & debating on being a nurse anesthetist, construction manager or software developer. I’m completely lost & confused because I want to do all those but I can’t. If you have any useful information for me to choose the right path I’d greatly appreciate it! Thank you!

[@ShaneHummus]

Gerardo Munoz thanks for the support brother. Those choices are actually good.. Each field are lucrative it's a hard one to call. I can make a video on that.. Comment section just won't be enough to weigh it out. Stay tuned for that.. Cheers =)

[@johnpikathemusician271]

I have an important question. A community college called Allan Hancock College is offering a program called “Associates in Art in Computer Science” so they call it an Art degree but I heard Art degrees are not good. So is this program alright for beginners? -John PS: The school is in California.