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gottabekd · 07-13-2009, 02:06 PM

For what it's worth...

I've talked to people hiring junior software developers, and asked about DeVry. The sense I got was that it is definitely a step down from a degree from a University. Oh, and someone with just a diploma would hardly receive any consideration.

Also, you asked about languages. Programming languages are just tools. Learning to be a software developer is a whole lot more than learning how to use the tools. I am not familiar with DeVry's curriculum, but I expect if they are giving out a "Bachelor of Science", the curriculum would include the same theory set as a degree from a University.

For example, to receive a Computer Science degree from the U of C you need to take classes in:

linear algebra, discrete mathematics, calculus, statistics, formal logic, algorithms, digital logic design, computability, information structures, networking, databases, operating systems, software engineering overview.

Only the intro courses will really teach you anything about languages. Everything beyond that is about computing concepts. Hopefully that description helps somewhat.

07-13-2009, 02:06 PM	#28
gottabekd Powerplay Quarterback Join Date: Mar 2006 Exp:	For what it's worth... I've talked to people hiring junior software developers, and asked about DeVry. The sense I got was that it is definitely a step down from a degree from a University. Oh, and someone with just a diploma would hardly receive any consideration. Also, you asked about languages. Programming languages are just tools. Learning to be a software developer is a whole lot more than learning how to use the tools. I am not familiar with DeVry's curriculum, but I expect if they are giving out a "Bachelor of Science", the curriculum would include the same theory set as a degree from a University. For example, to receive a Computer Science degree from the U of C you need to take classes in: linear algebra, discrete mathematics, calculus, statistics, formal logic, algorithms, digital logic design, computability, information structures, networking, databases, operating systems, software engineering overview. Only the intro courses will really teach you anything about languages. Everything beyond that is about computing concepts. Hopefully that description helps somewhat.