This is the tag for discussions about Computer Science and programs that lead to a degree in this field.
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Should I finish the M.S. C.S. at this age?
So I have a few disorders which have kind of made it hard to be consistent with my education/work endeavors. I am 26 and will be 27 soon.
I am wondering if I should go back and finish my M.S. in ...
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Will lack of teaching experience be a major hindrance for a faculty position?
I'm currently a post doc (in theoretical computer science) and the only teaching experience I had so far was to teach some tutorial classes for undergraduate courses and giving some "guest lectures" ...
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Alphabetical Order for Authors in Computer Science
I was wondering, in the field of Computer Science, if there is a convention for acknowledging that author ordering for an academic paper is by alphabetical order, not contribution.
I know that in CS, ...
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Going for PhD or MS in research right after under graduation?
I have a bachelors degree in computer science and am going for PhD or research MS, but I do not have research experience. Can I expect to successfully obtain a PhD? What are the major problems faced ...
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What's the expected level of paper for top conferences in Computer Science
What's the expected level of paper to be submitted to top level conferences in theoretical computer science (FOCS/SODA/STOC)?
I think there should be four main concern:
Is it a novel results?
How ...
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Can I write an article in a reputable CS journal not with results but conjecture?
I work in industry and some interesting idea has struck me. This is a conjecture which will take a year or two of full time research work to confirm it although it looks very realistic. Unfortunately ...
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Can i work as a freelance researcher?
I have a bachelor degree in Computer Engineering. I worked as a Research Engineer in a Research Center. It was a fully paid Engineering position funded by European projects.
However, my contract ...
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Journals(Computer Science) that are suitable for low impact publications? [closed]
I have a small idea for my first publication. It's a low impact publication but I have to publish it in order to complete the requirements for a course I am taking. The course requires a small ...
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Can we send our research paper to multiple journals at once? [duplicate]
I have heard that if someone sends his paper to two different conferences and is somehow caught, then there would be severe consequences for the researcher.I did not know that before but I heard two ...
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Top universities in USA offering 1 year in Masters in Computers [closed]
I am a Software Engineer with almost 3 years of experience as Java Developer. I am planning to apply for 1 year Masters in Computers in USA for Spring 2014. I have been searching the internet for a ...
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Expectated undergraduate semesters and Requirements for Graduate Students
I have been wondering recently about how graduate schools and in general anyone who reviews my academic record views coops. By coop, I mean a semester taken off from undergraduate studies to work in a ...
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What level of knowledge and expertise is usually expected from someone just entering a PhD in computer science?
If someone has bad grades and limited programming experience, can they afford to rely on their first year of coursework to come up to speed with the field? Or is it a better idea to take some time off ...
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Taking into account courses from another university
I think about starting studies towards Master Degree in Computer Science abroad, I finished my bachelor studies few years ago, but I didn't stop studying, during these years I finished few courses of ...
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Doing upper division pre-requisites for a second master's degree - need advice
I have a BA and an MA in biological anthropology/bioarchaeology (as well as all my PhD coursework done, go me). I left that field and academia in general several years ago and ended up landing a job ...
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Difficulty in admission to online software engineering graduate programs
I am currently in my junior year of undergraduate work at Creighton University and have found out that my employer may possibly pay for me to work towards a Master's degree. I don't know all the ...
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Are researchers for big digital companies experienced researchers/scientists or just experienced industry programmers?
Are people doing research for Microsoft, Apple, Intel experienced researchers/scientists or just experienced programmers using other people's research? Do they hire full time researchers for their ...
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Masters or certificate in CS [closed]
I have a previous MBA in Computer Methodology in business. I received my MBA in 1978 so my skills are out of date. I feel an investment in updated CS skills is required for me to re-enter the ...
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Awards when applying for faculty jobs
Is there any significance of having received multiple "best paper awards" (in the field of theoretical computer science) when applying for faculty positions after a postdoc? Do the hiring committees ...
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What are good resources on how to carry oneself on a PhD course?
I just started a PhD and I was looking for some guidance on what I could expect in the following years, more specifically, what is the recommended way to progress, how should I allocate my research ...
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Summer plans for first year computer science grad student?
I've worked at the same place for the past two summers doing software development, and very much enjoyed the work and practical experience. I was recently asked if I would consider a 1-2 year ...
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Role of Funding in Grad Admissions(US) in theoretical computer science
This question is based on some observations which could be wrong (In that case, let me know). I am applying to PhD program in various univ in US in the area of theoretical computer science. Some of ...
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International student in Canada - employment in the US
I'm an international Ph.D student currently at a university in the US (F1 visa). My professor is moving to Univ. or Toronto, and has invited me to move as a part of his research group. While I ...
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CS PhD Addmission: Contacting prof about unpublished work
I have applied to PhD programs in US in the area of TCS for FALL 13. I have two unpublished work in the area of theory which was part of my master thesis. I have other published work but they are not ...
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Is a general GRE test required if I have already passed a GRE Subject Test?
If I have already passed a GRE Subject Test for Computer Science, do I still need to pass the general GRE test?
Which test should I take first (general GRE or GRE Subject Test) and why?
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Failed entrepreneur applying for master oversea
I have BSc in computer science and entrepreneurship background with strong technical skills (software) but low GPA and no publication. I have bean away from university for few years and have not been ...
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How to transition into computer science
I currently hold a BA in Middle Eastern History, which was a pretty good fit for my last job in the Army. I'm getting ready to move on to the civillian world now, and computer science/programming has ...
