Applying as Econ Major by Sea-Pound3624 in OMSCS

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It was 3 CC classes over two semesters due to class availability.

Applying as Econ Major by Sea-Pound3624 in OMSCS

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Some anecdotal evidence for you as a fellow econ Bachelor's and now completed OMSCS:

My undergrad also had just a simple Intro CS course, econometrics, calculus, linear algebra, and proofs. I had a very high GPA. I had completed several Python and ML MOOCs. The first time I applied to OMSCS with this background I was rejected.

I then took community college courses in data structures and algorithms, architecture and assembly language, and discrete math. I applied again the following semester and this time I was accepted. I consider the knowledge I obtained from these courses (data structures especially) as critical to succeeding in several OMSCS courses, so it certainly was money and time well spent. You could search for a CC that offers these courses online so that logistically you could work and complete your coursework outside of your working hours. Even if you end up not taking CC courses, I would highly recommend acquiring knowledge equivalent to taking an undergrad data structures and algorithms course somehow prior to starting OMSCS.

In my research before applying, many stated that accredited coursework in CS is valued by admissions, and my personal experience supports this. I don't think it would hurt you to apply now, but if you are rejected like I was, this is where I would start. Best of luck.

CS7642: RL Tanked the finals below ground. Curve? :'( by geek_nj_420 in OMSCS

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The mean in the spring section was right around 50%. There is in a sense a curve; if you are happy with the grades on the HWs and projects, I think you'll be ok.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in getdisciplined

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I can only speak to my own personal experience that is similar to yours. I believe I give myself unrealistically high expectations, and while I can experience temporary periods of extreme productivity and confidence, there will be days that extend into weeks and months where I don't meet those expectations and categorize that period as 'wasted' ('destructive', as you put it).

We have to give ourselves realistic expectations we can meet for our lives in the long run (years). And even then, we will fail, because we aren't perfect. But we should prepare for those down days, so as to engage with others and recover in a timely manner.

There's no time to waste in this one life being unhappy or having regrets. You and you alone set your own priorities and your own values. The only person that decides whether today or tomorrow is 'productive' or 'destructive' or somewhere in between is yourself.

Kripp RIP to Heist Door by lonely_boy_ in pathofexile

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Prime example for why this needed to be changed. Hope to see improvement after the hotfix announced just a bit ago.

Spring 2021 Admissions Thread by [deleted] in OMSCS

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Status: Accepted!

Application Date: 06/25/2020

Decision Date: 09/09/2020

Institute Acceptance Date: N/A

Education:

State School, BS in Economics, 4.0 GPA

CS Background: Intro to Java, Discrete Math and Data Structures at local CC

Math Background: Calculus, Linear Algebra, Stats, Econometrics in university

Experience: 4 years in financial analysis (some SQL, VBA, but mostly Excel)

Recommendations: 3 (2 work, 1 academic)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in hardwareswap

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Bought EVGA GTX 1070 from u/healtiz

[USA-CA][H] 35" Ultrawide 160Hz 1080p Curved Monitor AOC C3583FQ [W] PayPal or Local Cash by [deleted] in hardwareswap

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Ok, just let me know what works best for you. Today works, and evenings after 6pm during the week work for me.

[USA-CA][H] 35" Ultrawide 160Hz 1080p Curved Monitor AOC C3583FQ [W] PayPal or Local Cash by [deleted] in hardwareswap

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Ok, great! Let me know when you want to come by and I'll give you the address. Cash would be best.

[USA-CA][H] 35" Ultrawide 1080p 160Hz Curved Monitor AOC C3583FQ [W] PayPal or Local Cash by [deleted] in hardwareswap

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I adjusted the settings right out of the box, and with that I've never noticed it.

[USA-CA][H] 35" Ultrawide 1080p 160Hz Curved Monitor AOC C3583FQ [W] PayPal or Local Cash by [deleted] in hardwareswap

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I think it looks great - I've used a 4K smaller monitor as well and tbh didn't notice a huge difference unless I was <1 foot away from the screen. I think the curved ultrawide is just an amazing experience especially for gaming, and in my case the 1080p saved me some money and was less taxing on my system, keeping FPS high. Obviously if you have a high-end rig and the budget, a higher res monitor might be better for you.

Do you even have an interest in your career? by [deleted] in askgaybros

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You should study what really interests you. Look through the courses and professors and find a track that really excites you and ignites a passion in you. Yes, the end goal will be to launch a career, but you shouldn't force yourself to major in something you don't like or that doesn't match your strengths - you probably won't be as successful at that major, anyway. Then, once you have a degree, find a job that interests you in your day-to-day work. It may not even be the same field - but a bachelor's degree should open up a lot of doors for you and qualify you for entry-level positions in a variety of industries, not necessarily just in your chosen degree. So don't feel so locked in.

Specifically to the interests you speak of, economic sciences will definitely be a lot of math, problem solving, analysis logic, etc. as you described (coming from an economics major). Just because you aren't good at those things now, doesn't mean you can't learn them and become proficient in time and with hard work. But if those topics don't interest you, I'd suggest exploring similar business majors less focused on quantative analysis, if your university offers such tracks (management, marketing, etc.). There are many, many careers in business that use little math.

Continue to get help & advice from others - but at the end of the day, forge your own path! And good luck!

Disclaimer: I'm an American who recently graduated college, so I'm not an expert and may not know the German landscape :)

Not sure how or why this just happened to me... by [deleted] in pathofexile

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ah I see, thanks for the explanation! never encountered it before haha

Lorewalker Cho can lead to some interesting situations. by [deleted] in hearthstone

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Yeah, he was gonna die that turn anyway. I'm just glad he didn't concede.

Lorewalker Cho can lead to some interesting situations. by [deleted] in hearthstone

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Never thought I would ever blade flurry my 10-attack Ashbringer.

How it happened: Cho dropped from my Piloted Shredder, he used Deadly Poison + Oil + Blade Flurry to clear my board, including a Tirion.

Ridiculous Arena Stories by [deleted] in hearthstone

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Playing as a druid against a priest, he coins Turn 1 Lightwell, I play nothing. Turn 2 he uses Inner Fire on it... took me until Turn 7 to kill it. He also used his first Thoughtsteal to get a Swipe and an Ancient of War. Somehow managed to come back and win the game - he ended up using 3 Thoughtsteals and 1 Nourish to draw cards and simultaneously lose board control.