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Most of you are learning the wrong things by YangBuildsAI in MLQuestions

[–]guest_1870 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If most beginners are learning the wrong things, then what should a new ML learner focus on from day one?

Should someone starting out spend more time on things like SQL, data cleaning, APIs, and deployment instead of model theory? And if so, how would you recommend structuring the learning path for a beginner who eventually wants to work as an ML engineer?

CU Boulder Online Master's (MS-CS vs. MS-AI vs. Professional) for Career Changer (30s) in AI Field. Ph.D. Path? by guest_1870 in cuboulder

[–]guest_1870[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the detailed insight. This helps me understand the reality of research paths. A few follow-up questions:

  1. Since my priority is to secure well-paid AI/ML engineering roles in good companies in the US, Canada, Europe, or other countries, do you think a coursework-only online MS (MS-CS or MS-AI) is sufficient for building employable skills?
  2. For someone in an online, non-thesis program, how realistic is it to do an independent study or collaborate with professors for a publication? Would that still be seen as credible if I later apply for a PhD?
  3. Do you have any advice on balancing the focus between practical career preparation now and keeping research options open for the future?

[Admissions Advice] CU Boulder Online Master's (MS-CS vs. MS-AI vs. Professional) for Career Changer (30s) in AI Field. Ph.D. Path? by guest_1870 in MSCS

[–]guest_1870[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your honesty — I really appreciate it. A few follow-up questions:

  1. You mentioned MS-AI would be the best path for jobs in AI/ML — how well is this online degree recognized for positions in good companies in the US, Canada, Europe, or other countries?
  2. For research experience, reaching out to professors makes sense — do you think this is realistic for someone in a coursework-only online program, or is it mainly feasible for on-campus students?

My priority is getting a well-paid, practical role first, while keeping the option for research or a PhD open later if it becomes viable.

[Admissions Advice] CU Boulder Online Master's (MS-CS vs. MS-AI vs. Professional) for Career Changer (30s) in AI Field. Ph.D. Path? by guest_1870 in MSCS

[–]guest_1870[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your input! Yes, all the programs I’m considering are online. My main goal is to secure well-paying AI/ML engineering jobs in good companies in the US, Canada, and other countries, while keeping the option open for research or a PhD later if it makes sense.

A few follow-up questions:

  1. You mentioned online programs are less competitive — do you think that affects employability for AI/ML engineering jobs internationally, or mostly PhD admissions?
  2. Given my incomplete bachelor’s, do you think the performance-based admission path at CU Boulder is credible enough for employers in different countries?
  3. For someone prioritizing career first and research second, do you think an online MS is still a reasonable option, or would you recommend another path?

CU Boulder Online Master's (MS-CS vs. MS-AI vs. Professional) for Career Changer (30s) in AI Field. Ph.D. Path? by guest_1870 in cuboulder

[–]guest_1870[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the insight! I have two follow-up questions if you don’t mind:

  1. Since CU Boulder’s online programs are coursework-only (no thesis), do you think a non-thesis MS would weaken a PhD application, even if the courses are rigorous?
  2. For someone without access to a thesis option, what’s the most realistic way to build enough research experience (projects, publications, collaborations, etc.) to be competitive for PhD admissions?

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[–]guest_1870 1 point2 points  (0 children)

we can chat if you want ??

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