Quote by Philip Greenspun

We're not a vocational school. If someone wants to get a high-paying job, I would hope that there are easier ways to do it than working through a formal computer science curriculum.

We're not a vocational school. If someone wants to get a hig

Summary

This quote emphasizes that the purpose of a computer science curriculum is not solely to prepare students for high-paying jobs. The speaker acknowledges that there might be faster or alternative routes to secure such employment. They imply that the focus of computer science education extends beyond vocational training, suggesting that it encompasses a broader range of skills, knowledge, and deeper understanding of the subject.

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By Philip Greenspun

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