In this blog post, we will look at why programmers have emerged as key talents who go beyond simply writing code to designing the future society through convergence with various industries.
The most popular application on smartphones these days is undoubtedly Angry Birds. This game has been well received by many people for its easy controls and simple gameplay, and has been at the top of Apple’s App Store for several years. In addition, you can easily find various games when browsing the internet, and even years after their release, you can still see many players enjoying the games that are considered masterpieces. In particular, Angry Birds has maintained its popularity through various versions and updates, and has hundreds of millions of users worldwide. The success of this game is not only due to its fun gameplay, but also to the appeal of its characters and storyline, as well as its compatibility with various devices.
Here, we cannot fail to mention the efforts of the many software developers who worked hard to create these wonderful games. In order to create these games, it is necessary to consider all the numerous situations that can follow one situation and code the program accordingly. If even one thing is not perfect, the result can be disastrous. For example, if the game’s physics engine is inaccurate, the flight path of birds or the collapse of structures will not look realistic, which can be very disappointing for players. Therefore, the pressure on developers who write programs is inevitably greater than that on other developers. In addition, programmers must also actively exchange knowledge. With the advent of the information age, there are many cases where the common knowledge learned yesterday quickly becomes obsolete, so they must be prepared to accept new knowledge at any time, or else they will be left behind. This continuous learning and self-development is essential for developers to keep up with the latest technologies and trends.
Most of these people have majored in computer science. Contrary to what most people think, this major is not just about programming on computers, but rather about learning the mathematical and theoretical skills necessary for programming. To use an analogy, in this major, programmers learn how to progress from the level of “building a wooden house with basic materials” to the level of “constructing a high-rise building with advanced materials.” In computer engineering, students study various subjects such as data structures, algorithms, system programming, artificial intelligence, and database management, and this knowledge is very useful in actual development. In addition, students gain practical experience through various projects and hands-on training, and develop collaboration and problem-solving skills.
There are countless fields in which this department can be applied. There is no area related to IT, such as communications (especially security), software, and hardware, that does not require the skills of a programmer. For example, programmers are active in various fields, such as researching encryption technology for secure data transmission in the field of communications, developing user-friendly applications in the field of software, and designing faster and more efficient devices in the field of hardware. For this reason, programmers have become highly sought-after professionals at various IT-related companies overseas. This phenomenon will continue as long as the information society continues and consumers demand more convenient software and hardware, so the future of computer engineering looks bright.
In addition, the development of computer engineering is accelerating through convergence with other disciplines. For example, innovative technologies are being developed in the medical field through convergence with biotechnology, and eco-friendly technologies are being developed through convergence with environmental engineering. Such convergence research is contributing to the creation of new industries and maximizing the efficiency of existing industries. For example, precision medicine utilizing artificial intelligence and big data analysis technology is improving the quality of medical care by providing customized treatments for individual patients.
Ultimately, students in the Department of Computer Science have the potential to grow beyond the role of programmers and become leaders who drive innovation in various fields. With their creative problem-solving skills and commitment to continuous learning, they will play an important role in the future society. In this regard, the education provided by the Department of Computer Science goes beyond simply cultivating technical skills and contributes to the growth of students as talented individuals who can respond to various challenges in a global society.
Therefore, the importance and potential of computer engineering will continue to be emphasized, and interest and investment in this field will continue to grow. This means that graduates of the Department of Computer Engineering will be able to utilize their knowledge and skills to achieve great results in various industries. We look forward to their continued success in the future.
