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> I wouldn't assume that any programming experience is better than this program. I don't. Just want the OP to not get degree fever, assuming they'll be flooded
by ordinaryperson 9y ago
> I wouldn't assume that any programming experience is better than this program.
I don't. Just want the OP to not get degree fever, assuming they'll be flooded with job offers b/c they have a CS masters.
In developer interviews I've never had anyone even bring up my education once, mostly I think it helps get me past the HR filter at big cos.
But I loved my master's program, I'd recommend school to anyone if they can do it without spending a ton of money, like this program.
- le-mark 9y agoThis is the crux imo, higher degrees somehow justifying higher salary and positions to normal business types. I often tell people I can tell when someone can do this job by talking to them for a few minutes and asking a few questions, formal education or not. This career is very unique in that regard. But typical large company HR will use the lack of degree or lower degree like an AS as justification to pay less or deny promotion. I've found advanced degrees are not an indicator of programming ability, and maybe even negative correlation.
- ThrustVectoring 9y agoIMO, being able to show the degree off to immigration bureaucrats is more valuable. Being able to code doesn't let you get better citizenship options, being able to prove to bureaucrats that you have valuable skills does. A Master's in Computer Science from an accredited American school is a great option for doing that. And the OP is from Brazil.