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Computer science is one of the most popular majors in the US right now, and for good reason.
@sidcodes
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Why it worked
The video uses a relatable, high-stakes topic (CS major struggles) combined with fast-paced, meme-heavy editing to keep viewer retention high while subtly integrating a useful industry tool.
Summary
The video discusses the challenges of being a computer science major, including dealing with elitist peers and imposter syndrome. It briefly features a salary comparison website to highlight the high pay potential in the field.
Structure
- 1Acknowledge popularity and high pay
- 2Transition to negative aspects
- 3Discuss elitist culture
- 4Address imposter syndrome
- 5Final encouraging conclusion
Product placement
The website levels.fyi is shown on screen at the beginning to illustrate the high pay in computer science.
On-screen text
Computer science is
one of the most
popular majors
in the US right now,
and for good reason.
The pay is high
and the content is
interesting.
but it isn't all
sunshine
and rainbows
Here Are
The Worst
Parts About
Being
A CS
Major
people suck.
You're going to run
into a bunch
of elitists who look
down on you for not
chasing FAANG jobs or
getting the
highest grades.
The majority
of people are nice,
but there are still
a ton of
annoying elitists.
You'll learn to find
the good people
and be friends
with them.
To
Develop
Imposter Syndrome
with smart people
every day
and your brain will
make you feel bad
about not going as
fast as them or doing
as well as them.
Don't let this video
discourage you
but be prepared
to deal with these
problems.
Original caption
Ig the workload can be hard and recruiting sucks too🤓🤓🤓🤓 #coding #computerscience #computersciencemajor #compscimajor #compsci #csmajor #programming #softwareengineer #techtok #Tech #college
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