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The point isn’t to build something new, but to learn CS foundations. Being able to think through this type of problem is absolutely worthwhile.

• komali2 8y ago
  Why is it worthwhile? Given finite time, a person could instead learn how to use a new established framework, API, or even programming language.
  • mav3rick 8y ago
    Because APIs and languages change every few years. Concepts and foundations don't. If I move to a company using a new language, I am good enough to pick it up because the design of my sofware is more about the data structures and their interactions.
    • arvinsim 8y ago
      The reality is that the majority of companies do hire on the basis of APIs, languages and frameworks.
      • fatjokes 8y ago
        Sure. But that's not foundational. That's just a job.