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Computer Science, B.S. | Class of
Michael Crispin
Software Developer (Programmer/Analyst)
Employer: Cal Poly Humboldt
Job description: Work with Oracle databases, develop and design applications using Oracle APEX and use various software applications to maintain data integrity and availability.
About Michael
Why did you choose this program?
I picked Computer Science because I was very interested in getting a degree in something that wasn't going away any time soon. I didn't really do any research into this school's program necessarily as much as I fell in love with the environment surrounding the school.
How did this program prepare you for your job?
I would say my intro to database class did an excellent job in getting me familiar with SQL and providing me the materials that I refer to frequently. All the other CS related classes helped as well, but I definitely want to pay tribute to that database class (Sharon rocks).
What did you enjoy most about the program?
I really enjoyed how the professors would always let me bend their ears and how they would give me an understanding of the basics, but encourage me to do a lot of exploration on my own on how to implement something.
What would you say to prospective students who are thinking about applying to this program?
I would say that it is incredibly important to get to know your fellow classmates and network! There's a stereotype that CS people tend to be on their own, but most great tech/software out there that was done by teams of people from different backgrounds. Get to know each other and make those memories.