Amjad Masad advises against studying computer science solely for financial gain
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Updated · Business Insider · Apr 28
Amjad Masad advises against studying computer science solely for financial gain
14 articles · Updated · Business Insider · Apr 28
On the '20VC' podcast, Replit CEO Amjad Masad said only those passionate about computer science should pursue it, citing AI's impact on coding careers.
Masad emphasized that while AI is changing the field, foundational CS skills remain valuable, and opportunities exist for those interested in machine learning and AI.
Other tech leaders, including Max Levchin and Geoffrey Hinton, agree that a computer science education offers enduring value beyond programming, highlighting the importance of systems thinking and foundational knowledge.
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