Former liberal arts nerd planning a return to university for Computer Science. How can I best catch up and prepare after years away from math and science curriculum?
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posted by f_panda
on Oct 30, 2012 -
10 answers
I am a college freshman in my
school's the College of Letters of Sciences. Currently, I'm pursuing a B.A. in Computer Science. I'd like to pursue a more technical understanding of software engineering as it applies to biological system, but need help maneuvering the many subfields.
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posted by ptsampras14
on Oct 3, 2012 -
8 answers
Can anyone tell me which institution offered the first computer science degree in Australia and when that was? My Google hand is not working.
posted by mattoxic
on May 21, 2012 -
3 answers
Seeking 2nd Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics from UCLA, then PhD.
Details below.
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posted by Hassoon
on Apr 17, 2012 -
5 answers
I have a B.S. in Math, but I haven't been able to find a job in my field. What can I add to my undergrad degree to be more competitive in the job market?
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posted by ZeroDivides
on Sep 21, 2011 -
12 answers
What books would you all recommend for a Computer Science student interested in making games?
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posted by DMan
on Jul 29, 2011 -
6 answers
Are my odds of working in a technical field substantially lower because I don't "buy into" the lifestyle?
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posted by Nomyte
on May 23, 2011 -
25 answers
Help me see if going to CS grad school (masters or PhD) could work despite a large debt load
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posted by anonymous
on May 16, 2011 -
17 answers
Please help two hardworking yet poor 30 year olds get careers and move out of this tiny one-bedroom apartment.
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posted by powerbumpkin
on Apr 7, 2011 -
20 answers
Programming Filter: I'm applying for software jobs, but I don't want to forget what I know. How should I practice to keep my skills sharp?
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posted by Chicken Boolean
on Oct 21, 2010 -
22 answers
CareerSwitchFilter: I majored in Computer Science and Theater in college. I've been working in theater for the past two years and now want to switch to a career in the more lucrative major. Problem is I have no experience and no code samples, having deleted them all to make space on my computer for production photos. What's the best way to go about making this switch?
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posted by edbles
on Jan 22, 2010 -
14 answers
Requesting advice with my career in computer science. Briefly, should I stay or should I go?
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posted by gadha
on Nov 22, 2009 -
6 answers
I'm currently attending MyCounty Tech School, and have been planning to transfer to Local Private University next fall to finish my Computer Science/IT bachelors. The thing is, I really don't know if that's the right way to wrap up my schooling.
Can I get some recommendations on what to look for in a good CS program, and recommendations on slightly non-traditional/accelerated ways of getting a degree in Computer Science?
More background info inside.
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posted by niles
on Nov 10, 2009 -
7 answers
Help me find a half-remembered anecdote about robotics and computing taking a cue from ant- or bee-like, hive-mind biological processes -- a story about a car factory's paint process organized with just three rules.
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posted by Cool Papa Bell
on Nov 3, 2009 -
2 answers
I'm taking an innovative course on using technology for humanitarian causes, taught by a professor I really like. But it's awful! How can I tell him what I think, and/or turn this disaster of a course into something worthwhile?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 23, 2009 -
29 answers
I'm in a CS 201 Java intro class with a not very good teacher, I need a place where I can search for and ask beginner questions, lots of them, like, what is this called and what does it do? ect. public static char [] bar(String [] a)
Thanks everyone
posted by Benzle
on Aug 10, 2009 -
14 answers
I'd like to find a good online resource that poses interesting computer science problems.
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posted by b1tr0t
on Apr 19, 2009 -
12 answers
Suggestions (books, projects, things to learn, things to do) for a 2nd year Computer Science Student over Winter Break?
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posted by Javed_Ahamed
on Dec 12, 2008 -
15 answers
What equipment do I need to become an EE student cum amateur hacker? For bonus points, where can I buy it (either online or in person) in Melbourne, Australia?
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posted by PuGZ
on Nov 25, 2008 -
7 answers
[Internship Filter] Help me find a programming internship (computer science student) over summer break!
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posted by Javed_Ahamed
on Nov 20, 2008 -
16 answers
I am trying to make a preliminary (or maybe final) decision on what foreign language I should study with respect to a computer science major after transferring to the University of Michigan. Any pointers???
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posted by JoeXIII007
on Oct 24, 2008 -
24 answers
Are there any scripting / cli-compatible languages which decently provide or at least pretend to provide bit-math?
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posted by tmcw
on Sep 27, 2008 -
7 answers
Hey guys, Computer Engineering 2nd year (3rd sem) here at the University of Maryland College Park wondering if i should stay in my major or switch to Computer Science. I am super confused right now and am hoping that some of you can help me think. Bear with me while i ramble on
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posted by Javed_Ahamed
on Sep 22, 2008 -
18 answers
Are there any websites I can post research ideas and receive feedback on them? (compsci)
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posted by gadha
on Aug 28, 2008 -
2 answers
Applied Math Filter: Help me use math!
I'd like to learn more about mathematics and it's practical applications - particularly in Computer Science
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posted by dcbarker
on Aug 1, 2008 -
13 answers
What natural proficiencies would I need / want to have in order to get a degree in computer science? I have some issues with math, and am not sure whether that's a dealbreaker.
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posted by FortyT-wo
on Jul 26, 2008 -
32 answers
What are the best examples of human/computer interaction in tv and movies (please mention specific scenes and episodes if you can). ex: HAL in 2001, The touch screen in Minority Report, Scotty talking to the mouse in Star Trek IV -lol, etc...
posted by libraryman
on Jul 13, 2008 -
33 answers
Where can I find accurate, concise information on short-to-medium term technical problems in the data-center/server/colo markets?
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posted by gadha
on Apr 29, 2008 -
1 answer
When asked, I couldn't recommend any good Computer Science or Engineering books for kids. Do such books exist? To avoid buying a stack and going through them myself, can anyone recommend any?
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posted by billy_the_punk
on Apr 20, 2008 -
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Background: I am 41 years old. I am 16 credits shy of graduating with a BS in Mathemathics. my GPA is 2.79, I have over 250 hours of attempted coursework, 144 of that is being counted towards my degree. I program and design software systems for a living.
The Problem: I really love math and computer science but I am lousy at learning. when I say lousy I mean slow.
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posted by WannaBeAPhD
on Apr 13, 2008 -
24 answers
I want to teach myself computer science. I know that teaching myself is far from a university education on the subject, but I'd like to try. How can I teach myself? What are books/lectures/tools/websites/anything that I could use to do this? Covering everything from the programming languages themselves, to algorithms, software development, and the mathematics background necessary for this.
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posted by petah
on Jan 12, 2008 -
22 answers
Looking for serious, modern, and fun art schools in Europe, or possibly the US.
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posted by tmcw
on Aug 10, 2007 -
5 answers
Reading up on a few posts here, I realized I am building on being pretty well-equipped to become a systems librarian. Should I concentrate on it?
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posted by griphus
on May 24, 2007 -
15 answers
I'm a college sophomore on my way to a CS Major / Religion Minor. Apparently my
initial career options (just from that major) are a little bit better than my English-major friends. But I'd much rather make interesting things than work in a cubicle. How do I do this?
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posted by tmcw
on May 13, 2007 -
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CS-Royalty? So I was eating lunch in Williamsburg and struck up a conversation with a guy who was about 65 or so, and he claimed the following.
- He was one of 7 developers to port DARPAnet to commercial architectures
- He had worked with almost every president since starting up work
- He has been in a Fortune 500 company as an IT higher-up and had met with Bill Gates (and told him "his product sucked")
- He went to University of Colorado and taught at MIT
His name came out something like Larry Sand-berg, but very uncertain about the last name. I'm interested in seeing if this is complete BS, or some element of truth.
posted by tmcw
on May 4, 2007 -
23 answers
I'm going back to university in the autumn (at 24 & in the UK) for a BSc in Computer Science. Is it worthwhile doing a course that includes a year in industry?
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posted by muteh
on Mar 6, 2007 -
17 answers
I need help in learning how to write. Specifically, technical writing in the area of computer science. Most specifically, paper writing.
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posted by gadha
on Jan 25, 2007 -
15 answers
