The Future of Computer Science is promising. Choosing a career in this field will open the doors to many job opportunities. Some of the many jobs offered in this field are Web Developer, Cyber Security, Database Administrator, Software Developer, and many more. Below is the 5 resources that I found useful in researching my professional topic.
1) (Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VpDcjFshJI&feature=youtu.be
Who: David Haddock
What: “Computer Science Careers and Subfields”
When: August 21, 2017
Where: MajorPrep (YouTube)
Why: To give people an understanding of all the different types of jobs that Computer Science offers. This video is from MajorPrep that I found helpful in understanding the possibilities from a degree in computer science.
5w Evaluation: Even though all the information in this film is accurate, based on the 5w model I would not say this is a reliable resource. I can vouch that all the information is indeed correct, but this video is from a YouTube business named MajorPrep. After searching through the companies web page, I could not find any information that would prove this company to be a trustworthy source.
2) (News Article)
Who: Lisette Partelow
What: “Computer Science Is Future-Proof no Matter How Technology Transforms the Jobs Market, Computer Science Expertise Will be Crucial”
When: June 29, 2016
Where: U.S. News
Why: To better educate people on the what the future holds for people in the technology industry. It explains how people with a degree in computer science will most likely never struggle in their career. The author makes a valid point when she explains how computers and computing are taking over nearly every aspect of our lives, Americans look at their smartphones an average of 46 times per day.With this being said, having knowledge about these devices will help you progress in the field of technology. People in this field will read and study on the Internet to keep up with all the newest technology.
5w Evaluation: Based on the 5w model, I would most definitely say this article is reliable and trustworthy. U.S. news is a reputable news company that builds its business on being honest to the American people.
3) (Writings From Experts)
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/software-developers.htm#tab-6
Who: Bureau of Labor Statistics
What: Occupational Outlook Handbook, Software Developers
When: January 30, 2018
Where: U.S. Department of Labor
Why: This article from experts shows the actual statistics on the job outlook for software developers. This article was created by the government mainly to give people an idea of what the job prospects will be by providing data and charts for people to see.
5w Evaluation: Based on the 5w model, this article is no doubt a reputable and trustworthy source. This article and statistics comes directly from the government and the U.S. Department of Labor.
4) (Book)
Who: Ian Wand and Robin Milner
What: “Computing Tomorrow: Future Research Direction in Computer Science”
When: July 20, 2012
Where: Cambridge University Press
Why: This book explains Computer Science in detail and the direction that it is headed in the near future. This book provides many great details and predictions on what they think computers and software will control and operate. They use statistics and research to prove their findings.
5w Evaluation: Based on the 5w model I would say this is a trustworthy reputable source. Even though there is a lot of predictions in this book, there is also a lot of facts. Even in their predictions they use research and data to backup their theories. This was printed by Cambridge University Press which is a well know reputable source.
5) (Professional Organization)
Who: Bill Pucher (Professor of Computer Science at Baylor University)
What: “What’s Next For Computer Science In The Coming Decades?”
When: July 11, 2016
Where: Forbes
Why: This article discusses the technology to come in the future. It also discusses the many challenges that we will face and what how these challenges will impact the future of technology.
5w Evaluation: Based on the 5w model, this is a reputable and trustworthy source. Forbes is a well known company that is known for being honest and reputable. The author of this article is a computer science professor at Baylor University which also makes this a reputable article.