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Computer Science

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What Is Computer Science?

At its core computer science is about learning how computers and programs work. Computer scientists think in algorithms. These are a series of steps that a programmer tells the computer to follow in order to solve a problem.

Computer Science Impacts So Many Industries

History of Computer Science

What does a baby computer call his father? Data

Computer Science Careers

Computer Hardware Engineer- research, design, develop, and test computer systems and components.

Computer Information Researcher- invent and design new approaches to computing technology and find innovative uses for existing technology

Computer Programmer- write code for computer programs and mobile applications. They also are involved in maintaining, debugging and troubleshooting systems and software to ensure that everything is running smoothly.

Data Science- work closely with business stakeholders to determine how data can be used to achieve their goals. They design data modeling processes, create algorithms & predictive models to extract the data the business needs, and help analyze the data.

Database Administrator- use specialized software to store and organize data, such as financial information and customer shipping records. They make sure that data are available to users and secure from unauthorized access.

Health Information Technician- organize and manage health information data by ensuring that it maintains its quality, accuracy, accessibility, and security in both paper files and electronic systems.

Information Security Analyst- install software, such as firewalls, to protect computer networks. Information security analysts plan and carry out security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems

Information Technology Architect- responsible for designing the high-level structure of new technology solutions, including the emerging technologies

Why did the computer cross the road? To get a byte to eat

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