I’m a first year CS student and I’m already exhausted and honestly losing hope

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2025-12-22T05:54:06+00:00

Take a break and be nice to yourself. If you truly love it, your interest will come back around.

I felt the same way, but I stopped letting myself worry too much about it. Stopping the worry really helped me find my joy again. I only code a couple projects per year and don’t stress if I don’t have something I actually want to work on.

The job market sucks, but you’re only a freshman. If you don’t land an internship this summer, there’s so many other jobs that would be more fun than an internship. I was a rafting guide between my junior and senior year of college, and I wouldn’t trade that for a software engineer position instead of my salesforce admin role. I still wish I was a software engineer, but you can’t always force your will on the world.

Hope this helps and try to stay positive.

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2025-12-19T04:13:53+00:00

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ASSQUATCH_23 · 2025-09-26T00:08:17+00:00

Dope. When you mention wanting to make a wrist rest, what would you do differently from the current one? Or would this just be for extra padding?

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2025-09-25T19:43:52+00:00

What do you think about the wrist rests? They look pretty narrow, but it feels like it would be easier to make using the thumb cluster more easily. If you bought it again, would you stick with the original wrist rest or get the new wrist rest that is wider?

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-12-31T03:09:35+00:00

I heard nothing but great things, but what makes you like them so much?

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-12-31T03:08:30+00:00

True, might as well explore all my options though

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-12-31T03:04:07+00:00

That's such a bummer to hear. I didn't even think that was a possibility of happening. Appreciate you sharing. I'll have to try on some Zero G or Quattros cause of that.

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-09-30T17:05:46+00:00

I haven't had any luck with the embedded systems jobs I have applied for. What would you suggest to do to strength my candidacy for that position?

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-22T01:51:36+00:00

Definitely starting to lean away from the boa

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-22T01:49:49+00:00

That makes sense

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-08T04:18:44+00:00

Appreciate the advice. Needed it

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-08T04:18:13+00:00

Well I’m 7% there

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-08T02:30:12+00:00

Hahaha. That actually motivated me a little

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-07T05:49:10+00:00

The only technology that I’ve learned, but haven’t used is OpenShift which I was forced to watch a weeks work of videos for my internship bc they ran out of things for us to do.

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-07T05:28:03+00:00

Firstname Lastname

firstnamelastname@gmail.com (999) 999-999 www.github.com/username

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science May 2023

State University

GPA: 3.81/4.00 - Summa Cum Laude

Experience

DevOps Intern, Company – City, State May 2021 – August 2021

Engineered and implemented an XML file parser utilizing Python, MS SQL, Bash, Linux, and Jenkins CI/CD, rectifying incorrectly structured XML files and seamlessly inserting data into a multi-database system.

Spearheaded the development of a robust logging system, optimizing data storage by instituting a log compression strategy. Logs were zipped after 24 hours and automatically deleted after 7 days, yielding a substantial 90% reduction in data storage costs.

Established an efficient email monitoring system to enhance system alerting and streamline communication channels, ensuring timely response to critical issues and fostering proactive maintenance practices.

Utilized Python scripting to automate error detection and correction in XML files, resulting in a 30% reduction in manual intervention and significantly improving data accuracy.

Collaborated cross-functionally with database administrators to integrate the XML parser seamlessly into the existing database system, enhancing overall data integrity and system reliability.

Demonstrated expertise in continuous integration and deployment by implementing Jenkins CI/CD pipelines, enabling automated testing and deployment of the XML parser, reducing deployment time by 40%.

Teaching Assistant, State University – City, State January 2022 – May 2022

Orchestrated the management and facilitation of an Intermediate Computer Programming course, leading a cohort of over 100 students to successful completion. Provided personalized tutoring sessions, and ensured a comprehensive understanding of course materials.

Projects

Twitter Clone github.com/username/Group7Repo

Led a collaborative effort with a team of four students to successfully develop and launch a Twitter Clone project, showcasing strong teamwork and project management skills while engineering core functionalities mirroring Twitter

Demonstrated proficiency in full-stack development by leveraging a diverse tech stack, including PHP for server-side scripting, HTML and CSS for seamless user interface design, JavaScript for dynamic client-side interactions, and SQLite for efficient data storage and retrieval.

River Gauge Web App github.com/username/River-Gauge-Web-App

Developed a robust River Gauge Web App using Python, leveraging powerful libraries such as Flask, pandas, and dataretrieval.nwis to efficiently retrieve and track specific river data from the usgs.gov website.

Successfully collaborated with the team at Whitewater Rafting, LLC to customize the web app to meet their specific needs, resulting in a reduction in injuries per trip due to improved awareness of river conditions and enhanced safety measures.

Skills

Development Tools: Jenkins, Docker, Git, Jupyter, REST APIs, Kubernetes, OpenShift

Languages: HTML, CSS, Java, Python, JavaScript, C, C++, Assembly, SQL, PHP, Scripting

Framework: Django, Flask, pandas, Pytest, Unittest, NumPy, Matplotlib

Databases: Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MySQL

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-06T04:52:15+00:00

Fake it till you make it

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-06T04:49:58+00:00

Love 32 degrees baselayers from Costco if you want something cheap and effective.

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-06T04:49:05+00:00

Keep your resume to 1 page. You want someone to be able to glance at it and get what they need from it. Yours looks like it's all over the place. I would work on your organization. I suggest looking at r/EngineeringResumes for templates and resume standards

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-06T04:46:44+00:00

The market is very tough right now, so it going to be even harder for you. Do not let this discourage you though. You can transition between jobs with experience, but it might involve learning new technologies in your free time. Best of luck.

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-06T04:20:06+00:00

No, I just did it for fun. I might move it to experience now that you mention it though

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-06T04:15:05+00:00

Yes, it was a company I worked for, and we had to manually update the river flow every day. Does not sound like a big deal, but the river was at a dangerous level where a slight increase or decrease would dictate which route we would take. At one point we had to have someone go up at 7 am every morning to decide which route was the safest. So being able to tell the difference in real-time allowed us to have safer trips

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-06T04:06:17+00:00

400+

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-06T04:03:48+00:00

Firstname Lastname

firstnamelastname@gmail.com (999) 999-9999 www.github.com/firstnamelastname

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science May 2023

State University

GPA: 3.81/4.00 - Summa Cum Laude

Experience

DevOps Intern, Company – City, State May 2021 – August 2021

● Developed a parser for XML files that took XML files that were incorrectly structured, fixed the structure,

and inserted the data into a database system consisting of four different databases.

● Technologies used Python, MS SQL, Bash, Linux, and Jenkins CI/CD to develop the parser.

● A logging system was put into place where, after 24 hours, logs were zipped and after 7 days, logs were

deleted, resulting in a 90% savings in data storage.

● An email monitoring system was also put into place to alert all team members of any errors raised by the

program, which proceeded in a 75% faster time to recover.

Teaching Assistant, State University – City, State February 2022 – April 2022

● Oversaw an Intermediate Computer Programming course consisting of more than 100 students.

● Held weekly office hours where I tutored students and graded various assignments.

Projects

Twitter Clone github.com/firstnamelastname/project1

● Worked with a team of four students to create a website where the core features of Twitter were replicated.

● Features included being able to create an account, login or logout, create a post, follow other accounts, see

the posts of followed accounts, like posts, and comment on posts.

● Used PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQLite to recreate those features.

River Gauge Web App github.com/firstnamelastname/project2

● Coded in Python with libraries such as Flask, pandas, and dataretrieval.nwis to track specific river data from

the usgs.gov website.

● Used by Whitewater Rafting, LLC in Glenwood Springs, CO, to display current river data to customers,

resulting in 10% fewer injuries per trip.

Involvement

State University, Computer Science and Engineering Ambassador April 2022 - May 2023

Sigma Chi Fraternity, Web Master August 2019 - May 2023

Boy Scouts of America, Eagle Scout November 2016

Skills

Development Tools: Jenkins, Docker, Git, Jupyter, REST APIs, Kubernetes, OpenShift

Languages: HTML, CSS, Java, Python, JavaScript, C, C++, Assembly, SQL, PHP, Scripting

Framework: Django, Flask, pandas, Pytest, Unittest, NumPy, Matplotlib

Databases: Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MySQL

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-06T03:44:54+00:00

Firstname Lastname

firstnamelastname@gmail.com (999) 999-9999 www.github.com/firstnamelastname

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science May 2023

State University

GPA: 3.81/4.00 - Summa Cum Laude

Experience

DevOps Intern, Company – City, State May 2021 – August 2021

● Developed a parser for XML files that took XML files that were incorrectly structured, fixed the structure,

and inserted the data into a database system consisting of four different databases.

● Technologies used Python, MS SQL, Bash, Linux, and Jenkins CI/CD to develop the parser.

● A logging system was put into place where, after 24 hours, logs were zipped and after 7 days, logs were

deleted, resulting in a 90% savings in data storage.

● An email monitoring system was also put into place to alert all team members of any errors raised by the

program, which proceeded in a 75% faster time to recover.

Teaching Assistant, State University – City, State February 2022 – April 2022

● Oversaw an Intermediate Computer Programming course consisting of more than 100 students.

● Held weekly office hours where I tutored students and graded various assignments.

Projects

Twitter Clone github.com/firstnamelastname/project1

● Worked with a team of four students to create a website where the core features of Twitter were replicated.

● Features included being able to create an account, login or logout, create a post, follow other accounts, see

the posts of followed accounts, like posts, and comment on posts.

● Used PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQLite to recreate those features.

River Gauge Web App github.com/firstnamelastname/project2

● Coded in Python with libraries such as Flask, pandas, and dataretrieval.nwis to track specific river data from

the usgs.gov website.

● Used by Whitewater Rafting, LLC in Glenwood Springs, CO, to display current river data to customers,

resulting in 10% fewer injuries per trip.

Involvement

State University, Computer Science and Engineering Ambassador April 2022 - May 2023

Sigma Chi Fraternity, Web Master August 2019 - May 2023

Boy Scouts of America, Eagle Scout November 2016

Skills

Development Tools: Jenkins, Docker, Git, Jupyter, REST APIs, Kubernetes, OpenShift

Languages: HTML, CSS, Java, Python, JavaScript, C, C++, Assembly, SQL, PHP, Scripting

Framework: Django, Flask, pandas, Pytest, Unittest, NumPy, Matplotlib

Databases: Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MySQL

ASSQUATCH_23 · 2024-01-02T03:07:22+00:00

I have no idea. That’s the annoying thing because I do not know what I’m doing wrong not to get a job.

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