Things New Computer Science Students Need to Know 

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"not telling you to pirate nothing..." *stares intensely at camera* Library Genesis though..

Here’s a story for you beginners , I went into my first class of cse with no knowledge of coding, I got a C in intro to Java, okay yeah I did bad but then I wanted to get better so I did some practice over the winter to improve my logic, okay B in the next highest class the following semester, Software 1. Then over the summer I was able to learn so many other languages, Swift, Python, JavaScript. I had all this growth in a little under a year. All I’m saying is if you guys are worried about being a beginner who doesn’t know how to code, and don’t think it will get easier. Trust me, it gets easier, do simple personal projects to help yourself get the flow of implementing your own logic in things like (it else’s, while for loops etc) to help you gain a feel of how they work. I would struggle on projects during the semester on how to make a blackjack game in java, as a beginner this is a daunting task for me. So over winter break I made projects such as, modeling a Car in java, okay what functions does a car have, accelerate, decelerate, break, etc. from then I could think of variables, okay what could toggle a car being on or off? Oh a boolean! Oh maybe my car should run only when the gas level is greater than zero, okay that’s loop there, with gas level modeled as an int. See things like this slowly helped my logic grow, and now I can tackle any language or problem my class throws at me. Trust me I’m still a beginner as well, but I ended up catching up to the kids around me when I was once behind, and in times when you feel like giving up, please don’t, I urge you to stick through it because it does get easier.

I would add two things: - work in group as often as possible - have a hobby that you can enjoy without having to stare at a screen

Perfect timing

As someone who’s graduated and has been in the field for a couple of years, this guy is giving some really good advice that I wish I would’ve had when I first started

"your classmate are not better/worse". This really motivate me because I felt like everybody in my class have experience in coding and stuff and afraid to be left behind.. Now I felt more confident. Thank you!!!

I was always terrified of asking questions in class last year because the “smart” kids in lecture would always laugh at peoples questions or make arrogant remarks. So instead I would go to office hours. But even though I didn’t ask questions in class this actually helped me ten times more. I got to know my professor well and he began to help me greatly with learning my first language. I now don’t feel frustrated in my classes this year and realize that I’m here to learn something new, not to get the best grades

Extremely useful! Gotta start drinking coffee now...

"Not telling you to pirate nothing....." *Intense stare in the camera* Got it senpai ;)

0:00 Intro 0:49 Your classmates aren't better or worse 1:51 Focus solely on your coursework 3:07 Coffee question 4:18 Join a club 5:05 Attend hackathons 6:06 Learn computer science terminology 7:18 Don't cram or procrastinate 8:51 Don't buy a book unless you need it 9:28 Outro i know you took my job but here i m

I'm in my second year of computer programing in college and remember how I left my project for the last mount and bought a useless book for c instead of c++.Good luck to everyone who wants to study code.

On the first point: I had been coding since 7th grade and I had plenty of classmates who hadn't coded ever when I started college. For those of you in the latter position, we don't judge your for not knowing programming. We are glad you are trying to learn and many of us want to help you! I love inviting friends over to my dorm and helping them out with assignments and group studying. You don't need to be scared of us or embarrassed that you aren't a flawless coder, we aren't either and the skill we have we had to put in work for as well, and we want to help you get to that point as well! We're all at school to learn, and if I can help others I will, I hope once I get to upper division classes that those friends will help me as well when they inevitably get to a point where they are better than me at certain things! You can't be the best at everything Also for the book thing, as a math major (double majoring), I have a nagging need to buy every book for every class. They are expensive, but it fills me with pure joy to have a library of math and CS textbooks in my room. I am willing to skip on a game or two for a textbook, both provide me with entertainment because I am weird lol

I'm starting my CompScience degree in 3 days, pretty good timing :)

Definitely wish this was made when I first started my degree, the little bit and pieces of knowledge always manage to add up. Great video as always!

For someone who is starting programming this semester this type of content is extremely helpful. I hope you keep making videos like these

Didn’t know anything in my first computer science class, good times. I only wish I knew why each class was important beforehand.

As someone's who's starting B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering from tomorrow.... couldn't thank him enough. Keep up the good work

Wow, I’ve been drinking coffee every day while taking the classes since I started my first semester and now that you mention it, it’s very helpful!

Here is my story: I’m currently thirteen years old and have been programming for a year. I started off with the basics of C for a few months, then I moved on to Python (I’m currently a Python intermediate) and now I started learning Java. I think what kept me going was practicing and building my own projects. I was fascinated by the cool games and projects I can create, and that made programming even more enjoyable to me. I would also recommend finding a coding partner or a coding club (as suggested in this video) because you can help each other out and build projects together. I personally wasn’t able to find a coding partner of a coding club since not many kids my age know how to code.

Good to have you back Forrest. I've been following you since I started chasing my degree. I am now coming up on the completion of my associates in Computer Science and Math from my community college and then transferring to a university to chase a bachelors. I feel like I know barely anything about coding because all of my general education classes are so demanding. Did you feel this way? I am really looking forward to only learning programming and computer-focused information because although I am finally in a Java class, Chemistry 2 is kicking my ass and takes all my time. Thanks.

I like it when you sit down with us and have a nice "fireside chat" if you will! Your voice is so soothing not to mention the great content you share!!

Thank you so much. I respect you and how far you've come. U truly are a great source of motivation.

Oh man, I can relate to the "focus on coursework" more, I was about to try to run before I could learn to walk

Thanks for the tips! I have more confidence now

Good luck all! I started mine last week and i feel like everyone except me is already well nurtured on the subject.

Thank you so much dude! Glad YT recommended me something valid.

Thanks for the amazing videos, i'm in my last year of high school and im really interested in computer science, your channel will help me alot along my journey in college.

These were actually great tips, thank you!

Thank you for the video. Just applied to Central Finland university's first programming course available for high school sophomores! Good tips from you!

ty for another great video :) just went into my first semester of college for and learned sm from your

Love the way you put in the timestamps.

I really needed this video man. Thank you.

Great work setting the context for creativity. Ask and ye shall receive. I'm an outdoor person as well Forrest. I noticed it helps me stay challenged. Have a nice one!

Just found this Channel (not even video but CHANNEL) only two days before going into 6th form and learning computer science! AMAZING!!! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👌👌👌👌👌👌👏👏👏👏

Today was my first day in intro to Computer science class and we wrote a little bit python and other class a little bit C++ it was wonderful. Loved your advices for freshman computer science students. 2020/09/10

Awesome video. I just started a MIS course, I guess all the tips from CS are useful as well.

Always happy to see your videos.... Keep making more videos

Man I needed this video rn. Thankyou so much🙏🏻❤️💯

Great video by the way! Gonna recommend this one

Thank you so much. I'll keep these all in mind ☆

This is my first semester in computer science major and I received very helpful advice from you. Thank you

Loved your advice 💯. Keep advising us. Lots of love.💕

I'm currently a 3rd high school student and next year I'll be entering my first semester of computer science. This video has honestly been really informative for me cuz tbh I'm still pretty in the dark of what I'm getting myself into so.. yea. Thanks, man

Absolutely agree with your advice "don't cram!" If you avoid cramming, you can learn SO MUCH more by trying different approaches to an assignment, asking questions, etc. The best way to learn coding is by DOING. Try something new, compare it to a previous solution, rinse and repeat.

Thank you for sharing. This video was insightful.

Thank you for such helpful content. 👍

New student I’m 14 started my gcse computer science course this year, thanks for the tips!

This guy is a perfect mentor!!! Looking forward to this guy and i really appreciate his work. KEEP IT UP!!!!!!!!!!!!! *PLS MAKE A ROOM TOUR VIDEO*

Hey man, I just started my Computer science journey at UCF about a month ago and I was wondering if you ever found a specific time during the day or night where you find yourself to be the most efficient with coding. In other words do you have a time during the day where you just shut everything down and force yourself to just stop programming for the day or is it usually different for you every day? I loved this video I really related to feeling pretty lost my first 2 weeks as I had no programming experience at all but am finally really starting to get the hang of things. My professor for my Intro to C class has been constantly repeating that 80% of the learning in this class will be outside of the classroom and I have found that to be some real truth.

bestie me trying to start computer science in my sophomore year is so difficult. the way i have to catch up when i have no idea what i am getting into. i'm not even in the school of engineering yet too. i'm still a registered business/admin student. so much to learn and homework to finish. i'm behind on three assignments too since i caught a cold and been resting everytime i get home :,) so those assignments are just sitting there. i'm going to watch the terminology video next so that i know what i'm talking about now

I am starting my CS degree next month, excellent timing and thank you for the advices:))

I'm a CS student but I've been coder for 7 years. Can't wait when I start taking the programming classes, it's going to be interesting. I started my coding journey in 2014 and its a struggle. I'm jumping between Python and C++ just to stay interested. Sometimes I want to code sometimes I don't. And if I coded that night and woke up the following day my head is running and I get cranky and grouchy.

Thanks look forward to it

Few months ago i finished with college. Learning is clearly not my thing. It`s a lot of theory involved, theory i hate and most of the time is old. College taught me how to code for 2005. I even failed some classes. Anyway the last year was a bonus one, i hand only 2 unfinished courses and passed them. I noticed that school is not your best friend but more like a parent. He is going to hell you what to do. As a student matters what you do in your time, either it`s school or not. Hackathons are great(it`s more about the experience you get there), love that you mentioned that. You mention about doing your homework early. That is a great advice, that not only applies in school. It`s about the workload you can carry with time. Also it`s nice to show off your homework with all the bonuses in front of the class the second day of it`s release. I remember seeing people tyina compare each other from the begining. We were all wack somehow :D VERY NICE ADVICE. Would be nice if i had those when i started 4 years ago. Here is my advice for young students: don`t waste summers like you used to in highschool, get a intership or a 3-month job related to coding. It`s worth it: you get money, experience, contacts and make friends. And also you laugh with your colleagues everyday because that`s how it works.

I wish this video was out four years ago! Everything you said is very true, Comp Sci requires a lot of work

thanks bro ,,🤗 Your tips are really useful for new students 😊 Good job keep it up 👍

Just bought your coffee , cant wait to try it!

Started my journey in January and it's been tough because my college has not opened since March due to the pandemic. Learning alone can be really tough but I've taught myself C++ and now learning Java. I had registered for Programming III (Database) and dropped because there was literally no body to turn to. No real time teacher or classmates. I have signed up for courses on Udemy and I cannot wait until class is in person again. I miss the computer lab, teachers and peers. Lets hope Spring 2021 is in person!

thank you mayn ...quite helpful

Dang, this video hits hard. I'm a freshman in comp sci and this is some great advice.

Awesome video, prefect timing

I love cofffeeeeeee also thanks for the info, the first comment about not caring what others think hit home for me. I needed that : )

Dude thanks, I figured out that I really need to understand the terminology

Very helpful video! The most useful tips I feel are about professors. I know I should ask questions, introduce myself early, and learn terminology. Got it.

Great tips and great advice. I hope this vid help me in the future

Thank you so much ♡

Computer Science is a grind. It has extremely high highs and low lows. Certainly not for everybody. But for some, like me, it is extremely rewarding.

Again, thank you for amazing videos. Would you also discuss on future arm-based macbook pro and how it will be different from the intel-based?

Can you make a video explaining the differences between Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology degrees.

nice.thanks alot!

Been watching your videos for more than a year, and in less than a month I'm starting the Software degree

I really needed all that advice.I just started school majoring in CS.I don't start taking CS courses until next semester. I watched all your vids 1.5 years ago about CS and it gave me clearer picture.Thanks a lot. I have few questions tho but its not my mind rn but will ask for your advice.

Everything you said is absolutely right.

i agree in the part of not working but since i started college i had to work to pay for it its been hard at times but it has helped me to learn how to get things done at time and to organise my time, so not imposible but its hard.

I first started coding and taking cs courses in my junior year of high school, where I took AP Comp Sci Principles, got an A in the class and 5 on the exam, I took an intro to progrmming course as a dual enrollment student while as a hgih school student. Right now i'm taking Data Structures, Computer Organization and Assemby Language, and Discrete Structures as my cs courses at community college, i'm transferring to a university next year

You should make a video about what laptops you recommend. I bought a Microsoft surface pro 6 and had some weird issues with it at first (the WiFi chip just suddenly went bad) and ended up having to take it to the Microsoft store and trade it in. As much as I love the pro for taking notes in class, I really wish I went with a Lenovo think pad or really any Linux machine

Great video man. Can I ask though how tough were the math classes you took during your time in college?

Thank you Forrest, I just switched from Veterinary Medicine to Computer Science and I'm lost on where to start. I would love anyone reading this to help guide me if they can.

Super Insightful. I will point many of my students here!

Please guide us on doing projects, contributing to open source and most importantly research papers during undergrad

coffee poll response: espresso blend personally! but im willing to bet more people would buy the pre ground coffee if you nailed the grind for different methods

nice timing for releasing this video

That coffee part was awesome thank you bro

I’m in a program for computer science and I’m in high school going to my sophomore year soon thanks for the tips I’m glad you can help me with my passion 💖

When i first was starting off back in 2016 i was working a graveyard shift during the weekend and had classes early in the morning I literally failed my intro because i just couldn't invest enough time to my classes.. however i dropped my job and solely focused on my classes and have been doing so much better since. for some i know its hard to drop that job because you have a life but if possible make the classes a priority or you might want to wait until you can before trying for your degree ...I am about to graduate with my degree .. a class that will really challenge you is Theory of Computation/ Algorithm Analysis..that class is without question the hardest class i took in my degree

This channel is my life saviour now

Great video thank you

He's absolutely right about focusing solely on one thing. Learned too late.

biggest thing ..there are hundreds of tutorials out there so if you don't understand anything look it up as you go .. you learn so much if you invest in the time to help yourself get a better grasp of the material as your taking these classes..also constantly have projects your working on as a side thing ..this practice will be a god send later

i have huge passion for painting and crafting, exactly why i wanted to go for architecture. but i wont say it was a dream that i want to study it,,,i felt like it will help me keep my passion. but if i talk about money here and the high demand CSE is also a good option, i got a huge oppurtunity to study abroad and i want to take this chance and exactly why im also taking Cse. i have been going thru many videos about this subject. i hope i wont regret it. the video is amazing tyty

Thank You.

Yay! Right time. My 1st semester of CS starts tomorrow. PS my eyesight is too low. Will I have problem in my programming career?

The video was really amazing, also I just want you to know that I'm waiting for your linux customization video.

A very needed video!

I agree with the point you made about not buying the textbooks unless you have to.... but you should encourage incoming CS students to try to find the books online and look over the lesson before going to class. I’m in my second year currently and I find that all my professors teach from the book and so going in with a little bit of context about the lesson helps tremendously. It also allows me to come up with actual questions in class and not sound dumb when asking them

Thank you very much for your words, i hope to become a good programmer or a good coffee taster.

⌛ Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:49 Your classmates aren't better or worse 1:51 Focus solely on your coursework 3:07 Coffee question 4:18 Join a club 5:05 Attend hackathons 6:06 Learn computer science terminology 7:18 Don't cram or procrastinate 8:51 Don't buy a book unless you need it 9:28 Outro

So I’m currently an IT major and I’m debating on whether or not to switch to CS because I want to be a software engineer but math is not my strong suit. I thought taking AP statistics my senior year of my high school was going to be easier than calculus but it wasn’t. And if I stay in IT I would also learn how to code more outside of class and I also wanted to get into cyber security before (I still do) and I thought IT would just be better for it. I want to save myself the headache and just go with IT because at the end of the day you don’t even need a degree to become a software engineer, so idek, I’m just hoping I made the right choice.

Awesome video sir. Please make a video on how a computer science student can get most out of his day.. love from INDIA 🧡♥️