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Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Resolute5ter: 6:05pm On Jul 27, 2021
omoluabiguy:


I spoke about this issue here in my video on my journey to tech.

Check it out and let me know your opinion. Don’t forget to subscribe as well.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYvOPMvvwoU
Thanks I will check it out
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Resolute5ter: 6:07pm On Jul 27, 2021
hotwax:
There is difference between a computer scientist and a road side web developer who just read Udemy course.


It's like saying we don't need civil or mechanical engineer because we have bricklayers and kamurudeen mechanics.

For you to get a job in most countries...number 1 criteria in the job advert is.

1. You must be a graduate or master degrees in computer science.

It's Nigeria where a company higher a web developer who studied agric studies and pay 70k per month.

Everything is upside down in Nigeria.

Computer professionals are king in the USA.

Don't let Nigeria situation deform your brain

You doubting computer science when it's the

most important course right now.
Thank you so much for those words.
Now am satisfied

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Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Resolute5ter: 6:10pm On Jul 27, 2021
Yemsam01:
B.Sc in Computer Science no matter where you get your degree (University wise or Country wise) will always be lucrative. 'Will even be more and more lucrative by time unless the world decides not to use Computers again, and if you will agree with me, that's impossible. Not after we've known it's efficiency, speed, reliability and other great features and functions of the Computer System. This has already answered the major part of your question.

But, now I think there is a second part to your question. Is it still advisable to study Computer Science in Nigeria these days? And my answer is Yes. You see, sincerely our environment, I mean our nation now doesn't seem to favour not only Computer Science graduates but all graduates. So the problem is a general problem. But the great exception about Computer is that you don't really need a degree to operate a computer, so now having a degree will be an added advantage.

There are lots and lots and lots of opportunities in Computer Science as degree holder and non-degree holder, whether you are in this country or not. So if you want to study Computer Science, I will gladly advice you to go ahead, know what you really want in the study because it is a very broad and diverse discipline. And with determination, faith and prayer, you shall succeed.
I am currently a 200l computer science student.
Just that I don't want a situation whereby after all the stress, I will still be struggling after school.
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by BigDawsNet: 6:11pm On Jul 27, 2021
Resolute5ter:


This is really eye opening
Maybe I should dm you sir

Hmm, really don't do DMs sorry
But I can help you out with any questions here bro

Others can actually learn from that too
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Resolute5ter: 6:15pm On Jul 27, 2021
BigDawsNet:


Hmm, really don't do DMs sorry
But I can help you out with any questions here bro

Others can actually learn from that too
OK, I thought so earlier but wasnt sure if it will b convenient to you.

Whats your specialisation?
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by BigDawsNet: 6:19pm On Jul 27, 2021
Resolute5ter:

OK, I thought so earlier but wasnt sure if it will b convenient to you.

Whats your specialisation?

Sorry bro...
A frontweb designer/Graphics/Cyber security Analyst
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Resolute5ter: 6:21pm On Jul 27, 2021
BigDawsNet:


Sorry bro...
A frontweb designer/Graphics/Cyber security Analyst
Thanks for the info
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by BigDawsNet: 6:28pm On Jul 27, 2021
Resolute5ter:

Thanks for the info


Uwc...
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Nobody: 10:44pm On Jul 27, 2021
WinterEagle:
I see alot of comment and I shake my head. Only if you know the worth of that degree in the WEST. That degree was my ticket to relocate out of Nigeria. After settling down here, I tried to talk all my siblings into taking a CS degree but they really do not understand me because they can't see what I see and have seen. I currently work as a software engineer outside nigeria. While others are lamenting about being unable to get jobs after graduation here in Canada, I had multiple offers before graduation. And within two years, I had worked for very big brands in Canada. If you have a CS degree regardless of where you get it from, the language is universal. Its a degree you can have from Nigeria or anywhere else without the need to take any conversion exam of any sort. That degree is a goldmine. As long as you can at least code averagely, the sky is the limit.

+500

The fact is, many of them do not seem to have a Formal understanding of what they are doing. Waste my time? Hell no! I would like to let them talk.
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Omodua(m): 11:49am On Jul 28, 2021
maximunimpact:


Did you see me say computer science is not lucrative? grin

The discipline is absolutely lucrative but my point is our universities make a mess of it
OK
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Nobody: 9:24am On Jul 29, 2021
Resolute5ter:
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Computer science is no doubt a very useful course, it permeates almost every facets of life.

Ranging from type writing ťo the complex one's of Artificial Intelligence etc. It is no doubt inevitably relevant in This planet earth �

Many has divert views esp does who studied or are studying other courses in campus on its relevance.

Many opine that its no more lucrative,
Some has it that its value or even level of tutelage in Nigeria is so pitiable.

Dear Naira landers, I seek your criticism on this topic.

I hope it worth yours time..


If you have sent this message via a mobile phone, laptop or desktop from Nigeria ; if you have heard of Nigerians selling their ideas and apps for millions of dollars ; and you are asking if computer science is valuable in Nigeria?

Brother, you need to check if everything is alright with you or better still seek knowledge cos you are asking questions that even a grandfather should not ask.

What exactly is pitiable about it in Nigeria? that you dont have courses? you dont have lecturers? or you dont have good curriculum .....If it is so "pitiable in Nigeria" there are millions of free online courses to enrol for, what effort have u even made for yourself as a student??
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Resolute5ter: 9:56pm On Jul 29, 2021
igbosoupkitchen:



If you have sent this message via a mobile phone, laptop or desktop from Nigeria ; if you have heard of Nigerians selling their ideas and apps for millions of dollars ; and you are asking if computer science is valuable in Nigeria?

Brother, you need to check if everything is alright with you or better still seek knowledge cos you are asking questions that even a grandfather should not ask.

What exactly is pitiable about it in Nigeria? that you dont have courses? you dont have lecturers? or you dont have good curriculum .....If it is so "pitiable in Nigeria" there are millions of free online courses to enrol for, what effort have u even made for yourself as a student??
Lectures, courses curriculum

And the anxiety of graduating with no much hope after school
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Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Tolzy11(m): 12:49am On Aug 02, 2021
BigDawsNet:


Sorry bro...
A frontweb designer/Graphics/Cyber security Analyst
Honestly, I want to go into Cyber security but am not much of a programmer, I actually don't like it that much cause am into more of Graphics but it's just that I want to learn Cybersecurity .
How do I go about it ?
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by BigDawsNet: 8:58am On Aug 02, 2021
Tolzy11:

Honestly, I want to go into Cyber security but am not much of a programmer, I actually don't like it that much cause am into more of Graphics but it's just that I want to learn Cybersecurity .
How do I go about it ?

The majority of entry-level cybersecurity jobs do not require coding skills. However, being able to write and understand code may be necessary for some mid-level and upper-level.

So for a start...you don't need to be a programmer...but if you looking to go deep in cyber security...you will have to learn some language at some point...


Somedy you will grow to become a Cybersecurity analyst...and your job will be to protects company hardware, software, and networks from cyber criminals by cracking and hacking a malicious virus transferred by the criminal to your organization systems...

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Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Tolzy11(m): 9:06am On Aug 02, 2021
BigDawsNet:


The majority of entry-level cybersecurity jobs do not require coding skills. However, being able to write and understand code may be necessary for some mid-level and upper-level.

So for a start...you don't need to be a programmer...but if you looking to go deep in cyber security...you will have to learn some language at some point...


Somedy you will grow to become a Cybersecurity analyst...and your job will be to protects company hardware, software, and networks from cyber criminals by cracking and hacking a malicious virus transferred by the criminal to your organization systems...
Thanks for the info, I appreciate.
So what are the basis of Cybersecurity that doesn't need much coding skill ?
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by BigDawsNet: 9:13am On Aug 02, 2021
Tolzy11:

Thanks for the info, I appreciate.
So what are the basis of Cybersecurity that doesn't need much coding skill ?

Firstly you need to start with introduction since you have no experience...

Find a program/course on introduction to Cyber security...

I can actually help you get one at Open University UK...you will need to take the course for some week and sit for exam online...make a 75% mark then you get a certificate from Open University UK...

Can get you the link but I'm going back to bed now ..so if you can wait ..will get the link and forward it to you later in the day.

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Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Tolzy11(m): 9:39am On Aug 02, 2021
BigDawsNet:


Firstly you need to start with introduction since you have no experience...

Find a program/course on introduction to Cyber security...

I can actually help you get one at Open University UK...you will need to take the course for some week and sit for exam online...make a 75% mark then you get a certificate from Open University UK...

Can get you the link but I'm going back to bed now ..so if you can wait ..will get the link and forward it to you later in the day.
Thanks Bro I don't mind cause am in my final year in School already, I can work out time to take the courses .
Whenever you're available, please you can forward the link to me .

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Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by BigDawsNet: 4:18pm On Aug 02, 2021
Tolzy11:

Thanks Bro I don't mind cause am in my final year in School already, I can work out time to take the courses .
Whenever you're available, please you can forward the link to me .

https://www.futurelearn*dot*com/courses/introduction-to-cyber-security

Join the course for free
I'm pretty sure you will get a waiver for certificate fee
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Estry: 4:37pm On Aug 02, 2021
Am an Amateur.Though I graduated in Computer Science.How do I start coding major.Thanks
Seniorwriter:


Good & start earning with your knowledge now so you won't also regret you didn't during your undergraduate days.
No matter how an amateur you are right now go for a coding major.....start earning by working as freelance to IT firms from the comfort of your workstation.
I have mentees that earn as much as $700 monthly via coding as undergraduates.....most fintechs look out for such undergraduate as hot cakes and cheaper IT labour.
Be guided

Thank me when you start earning as advised...BTW most coding jobs are Remote jobs so you'll work from the comfort of your workstation.


@Seniorwriter
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Tolzy11(m): 4:56pm On Aug 02, 2021
BigDawsNet:


https://www.futurelearn*dot*com/courses/introduction-to-cyber-security

Join the course for free
I'm pretty sure you will get a waiver for certificate fee
Lol why did you say that, is the certification that expensive ?
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by BigDawsNet: 7:28pm On Aug 02, 2021
Tolzy11:

Lol why did you say that, is the certification that expensive ?

About £89

Just register for the course and read carefully...I'm pretty sure you will be qualify to get free cert when you finish and pass your course...

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Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Tolzy11(m): 7:37pm On Aug 02, 2021
BigDawsNet:


About £89

Just register for the course and read carefully...I'm pretty sure you will be qualify to get free cert when you finish and pass your course...

Wow that's great.
Thanks for the tip but I guess you don't reside in Nigeria ?
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by BigDawsNet: 7:43pm On Aug 02, 2021
Tolzy11:

Wow that's great.
Thanks for the tip but I guess you don't reside in Nigeria ?

North America

Just let me know if you need more info

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Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Tolzy11(m): 9:46pm On Aug 02, 2021
BigDawsNet:


North America

Just let me know if you need more info
Thought as much grin
Hope to join you there soon after this B.Sc for our country here .
For now am fine with the info I have already, I will install Linux on My Laptop first this week then start watching Tutorial videos have downloaded on Youtube before I kickstart the Open University Course cause I don't want to Bleep up with the certification, I gats have little knowledge first which YouTube will help with that .
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Tolzy11(m): 9:48pm On Aug 02, 2021
BigDawsNet:


North America

Just let me know if you need more info
I plan on learning Python and also computer Networking also to boost my chances of making it in Cybersecurity just that I find it so hard understanding how to code in Python unlike me doing my Graphic Designs.
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by BigDawsNet: 2:13am On Aug 03, 2021
Tolzy11:

I plan on learning Python and also computer Networking also to boost my chances of making it in Cybersecurity just that I find it so hard understanding how to code in Python unlike me doing my Graphic Designs.

I'm not sure if you currently studying computer Science

But in C/S, Graphics and programming is a sperate field on its own .

A Computer Scientist decides to either be a programmer or graphics designer, or probably be both

If you choose the path to be a graphic designer...after few years you will find it not hard but too lazy to navigate to programming because you can always make your logo without cracking ur brains...

The truth is, Phyton is not hard but your brain and motives is trying to dodge something challenging

So dedicate your mind bro and take up the challenge

Lastly pls don't depend on self taught...it's like a punishment
Find a physical mentor around you...he/she will guild you and motivates you...

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Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by BigDawsNet: 2:16am On Aug 03, 2021
Tolzy11:

Thought as much grin
Hope to join you there soon after this B.Sc for our country here .
For now am fine with the info I have already, I will install Linux on My Laptop first this week then start watching Tutorial videos have downloaded on Youtube before I kickstart the Open University Course cause I don't want to Bleep up with the certification, I gats have little knowledge first which YouTube will help with that .


Goodluck with that bro

Keep up and master your skills...it will help you when you move abroad for masters..

Prepare your mind to run a postgrad when you Tru with bsc... nothing dey Naija my bro

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Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by Tolzy11(m): 9:16am On Aug 03, 2021
BigDawsNet:


I'm not sure if you currently studying computer Science

But in C/S, Graphics and programming is a sperate field on its own .

A Computer Scientist decides to either be a programmer or graphics designer, or probably be both

If you choose the path to be a graphic designer...after few years you will find it not hard but too lazy to navigate to programming because you can always make your logo without cracking ur brains...

The truth is, Phyton is not hard but your brain and motives is trying to dodge something challenging

So dedicate your mind bro and take up the challenge

Lastly pls don't depend on self taught...it's like a punishment
Find a physical mentor around you...he/she will guild you and motivates you...
Yeah bro honestly for me I like studying things myself but I do ask people or Bosses in that field questions sha.
Am going to go back to my Python courses and also try to download some courses on SQL .
Re: Bsc In Computer Science, Is It Still A Lucrative Degree? by BigDawsNet: 9:34am On Aug 03, 2021
Tolzy11:

Yeah bro honestly for me I like studying things myself but I do ask people or Bosses in that field questions sha.
Am going to go back to my Python courses and also try to download some courses on SQL .


If you can self taught...that will be great and easy for you...but if you have questions don't hesitate to ask an IT expert around you...

No skipping...if you don't get it...seek for answers

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