Time after time, we keep hearing one thing: AI is the next big tech, and that has many young minds wondering about one thing. Should a degree in AI be attempted? And if yes, what are the future benefits of doing so.
Well, thanks to one software engineer by the name of Sajjaad Khader, we’ve got more news on this front. He’s not only a graduate of Georgia Tech but also an undergraduate in the field of AI. So who better to ask than him, right?
He says that not all that glitters in the world of AI is gold so you might want to rethink that career decision if it involves majoring in the field. But that does not mean he’s discouraging anyone. Instead, he says those with certain capabilities should opt for the degree and others struggling in three certain areas shouldn’t.
This got us curious and we had to decipher which three attributes aren’t great for the degree. So let’s take a look!
The 22-year-old explained how he has always had a passion for software engineering since a very young age. Today, he’s got serious advice for those considering a degree in the field as his experience has taught him quite a few lessons.
In the past three years, getting his master’s meant he was ready to venture into the field but along the way, he saw many struggling with interactive intelligence. Today, he’s got a top position in a tech firm that’s based on AI.
Speaking of the competition in this field, so many universities have started to roll out degrees in this regard. A lot was dedicated to the world of AI and it was not uncommon to find diplomas, courses, and even certifications online too.
Yes, he does feel it’s worthwhile and a great degree to set forth during this moment in time. But it’s not for everyone. The field has some not-so-glamorous aspects worth a mention, he adds.
In a short video on TikTok, he shed light on who shouldn’t enter the field and why. And we think it’s a great piece of advice for obvious reasons.
For starters, if your attention span is low, this is not for you. The field tends to get boring, especially when you need months to design simulations before you see the results coming into play. And not everyone finds that interesting or can keep up. It’s a long process and a lot of patience is needed.
Secondly, those struggling with math cannot or should not think about majoring in AI. Khader explains that it’s beyond coding and a lot of courses were math-related. And one of his very first assignments had to do math galore.
From graphs and charts to numbers and letters, he calls it a very complex math discourse and it’s not for everyone, especially if this domain is your weak point. And if those great with problem-solving and analytics struggle at times, he added.
Last but not least, Khader says that those struggling with making commitments cannot be in this field because results take a really long time. You not only have to show commitment to the degree but be willing to get more than one. In the same way, you need to stay committed to the project’s vision in the long term. It would take a lot of time to attain results.
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Just think about, waking up every four hours from our sleep to keep a check on anti-spam software that is in the development phase. Yes, it’s not for everyone and if you don’t have that kind of passion for long-term commitments, then this is not for you.
There are days when you don’t know what can happen next but to still be keen and open to learning until the right result is obtained is the goal. And as he puts it, not just physical work but mental too without getting exhausted.
A closing message from the expert himself included how a degree in AI isn’t necessary if you wish to work in the tech world. Yes, it’s one of the most trending fields today but the demand for tech jobs isn’t getting any less.
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Well, thanks to one software engineer by the name of Sajjaad Khader, we’ve got more news on this front. He’s not only a graduate of Georgia Tech but also an undergraduate in the field of AI. So who better to ask than him, right?
He says that not all that glitters in the world of AI is gold so you might want to rethink that career decision if it involves majoring in the field. But that does not mean he’s discouraging anyone. Instead, he says those with certain capabilities should opt for the degree and others struggling in three certain areas shouldn’t.
This got us curious and we had to decipher which three attributes aren’t great for the degree. So let’s take a look!
The 22-year-old explained how he has always had a passion for software engineering since a very young age. Today, he’s got serious advice for those considering a degree in the field as his experience has taught him quite a few lessons.
In the past three years, getting his master’s meant he was ready to venture into the field but along the way, he saw many struggling with interactive intelligence. Today, he’s got a top position in a tech firm that’s based on AI.
Speaking of the competition in this field, so many universities have started to roll out degrees in this regard. A lot was dedicated to the world of AI and it was not uncommon to find diplomas, courses, and even certifications online too.
Yes, he does feel it’s worthwhile and a great degree to set forth during this moment in time. But it’s not for everyone. The field has some not-so-glamorous aspects worth a mention, he adds.
In a short video on TikTok, he shed light on who shouldn’t enter the field and why. And we think it’s a great piece of advice for obvious reasons.
For starters, if your attention span is low, this is not for you. The field tends to get boring, especially when you need months to design simulations before you see the results coming into play. And not everyone finds that interesting or can keep up. It’s a long process and a lot of patience is needed.
Secondly, those struggling with math cannot or should not think about majoring in AI. Khader explains that it’s beyond coding and a lot of courses were math-related. And one of his very first assignments had to do math galore.
From graphs and charts to numbers and letters, he calls it a very complex math discourse and it’s not for everyone, especially if this domain is your weak point. And if those great with problem-solving and analytics struggle at times, he added.
Last but not least, Khader says that those struggling with making commitments cannot be in this field because results take a really long time. You not only have to show commitment to the degree but be willing to get more than one. In the same way, you need to stay committed to the project’s vision in the long term. It would take a lot of time to attain results.
Just think about, waking up every four hours from our sleep to keep a check on anti-spam software that is in the development phase. Yes, it’s not for everyone and if you don’t have that kind of passion for long-term commitments, then this is not for you.
There are days when you don’t know what can happen next but to still be keen and open to learning until the right result is obtained is the goal. And as he puts it, not just physical work but mental too without getting exhausted.
A closing message from the expert himself included how a degree in AI isn’t necessary if you wish to work in the tech world. Yes, it’s one of the most trending fields today but the demand for tech jobs isn’t getting any less.
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