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A group of IT students discuss their reasons for choosing the course. Some chose it for practicality and job opportunities, while others had a genuine interest in the field. They also talk about the struggles and adjustments they faced since IT wasn't their preferred field. Many mentioned difficulties with coding and programming, but they were determined to overcome these challenges. Despite not being their dream course, most of the students expressed a liking for IT and had no plans to shift to another course. They found joy in learning new skills and solving problems. The most exciting thing they learned so far included coding in Java and C++, working with data structures, multimedia editing, and applying coding principles to real-world problems. Hi everyone, we're back again. For today's podcast, we'll dive into our experiences as IT students, the late night coding sessions, the triumphs, and the struggles. So grab your headphones and join us for another episode of Tech Diaries. Earlier, we posted in our social media accounts and asked what questions you want us to talk on today's podcast. The first part is about the reasons behind using IT as a course, the struggles, and journey. The first question is, where did you choose IT as your course? Was it really your dream course? Hmm, so who wants to start? Fanny? This is actually an interesting question. Well, for starters, it was not my dream course. I only picked the course IT for its practicality as it is in demand as of the moment, and there is no board exam so I can find a job immediately after I graduate. It is also a high-paying job, and for this modern world, this course is the most practical one for me. On the flip side, my stories are different. I chose this course because it has always been my dream since I was young. While I acknowledge that IT is a challenging path, I am confident that I can handle it. IT is a demanding field, but I am determined to pursue it, making a promise to myself to fulfill this dream and to surpass my older brother who works as a software engineer in the IT industry. Building on what Ethel shared, I chose the IT course because there are more opportunities and jobs available in this field, especially nowadays, with the development of many gadgets and technology that IT graduates are needed for. Many people mistakenly think that IT is just about pressing the keyboard and cleaning the computer, but it's not. In fact, I have two courses that I'm really interested in. The first is IT, and the second is entrepreneurship. However, I still chose IT because many people say that having IT skills provides more job opportunities. Shifting gears a bit, my choice was influenced by my friends who are also pursuing IT. They mentioned it was the easiest course with no math involved. However, it's not my dream course. My dream course actually is criminology. Due to lack of money, I cannot afford the math tuition for it. That's why I ended up choosing IT for now. Despite not being my first choice, I hope IT will open up opportunities and pave the way for me to pursue my dream of studying criminology in the future. For me, similar to Ryan, IT isn't really my dream course. It's just my second choice. My dream course is culinary, as I enjoy cooking and want to build my own business. I only took IT since it was what I chose in high school and senior high, so I just continued with it and eventually started to like it. Also, this is what my parents want me to pursue. Well, for me, I chose this course because technology is in demand, and there are many skills to learn, especially since everything we use today involves technology. However, nursing was my dream course, but due to its high cost, my parents can't afford to send me to study that course. That's why I prepared my second choice, which is the IT course. In my case, IT is not my dream course. Hospitality management is. I only chose IT because nowadays, we live in a modern world era, where we enjoy gadgets and new technologies. Technologies are part of our daily life, and it's hard to live without using them. That's why I chose IT as my course, because I want to enjoy technology and be a part of improving them in the future. I believe improving technology will help improve our future. Adding to that, I chose the Information Technology course because I like it, and yes, it was my dream course, because I want to learn more about the different aspects needed to develop a variety of crucial abilities, including teamwork, critical thinking, and problem solving. Well, for me, I chose this because, simply, I am passionate about technology, and I want to learn more about the different aspects of information technology. That's all. Your answers are all interesting. So, for most of you, IT isn't really your dream course. Hence, for the next question, it's about those who didn't really want IT as their course. So the question is, what are the struggles and adjustments since this wasn't really your preferred field? I admit that IT was not my first choice for my course, because somebody told me that this course is extremely hard. As a second-year IT student, I have experienced a lot of struggle and adjustments. To be honest, until now, I don't have my own PC, and as IT students, we know that it's a must to have your own PC. Because of that, I need to borrow a laptop from my friends every time we have a take-home activity, or every time we have quiz or exam, so that I can practice and enhance my knowledge about our lesson. Oh, sad to hear that, but I am proud of you. Despite the challenges you experienced, you still continue to show resilience and determination in pursuing your IT studies. And that's truly commendable. How about you, Hadi? Well, for me, I didn't struggle that much in adjusting to this course, because growing up, I was always the techie kid of the family. Whenever there were problems regarding their gadgets, sock meds, and even our internet connection, I was always the one to call. But as I progressed through this course, I know that there will be multiple hurdles and struggles. But that's where the fun lies in, learning something new and trying something out for the very first time. That should be how we live our lives. For me, it was challenging because IT was my second choice, and I have no idea about programming. Initially, it was difficult for me to keep up with the class, but as I studied, little by little, I started to like this course because I could see that it was interesting. In my experience, as I mentioned earlier, I already have a background knowledge about computers. But I'm having a hard time to adapt lessons quickly, especially when it comes to doing actual coding, and honestly, I am not into it. But I'm trying my best to catch up. While for me, the only struggle is just like what Jasmine and Jennifer said, when it comes to coding and the other subjects related to information technology because I don't have a background in this course. So Jennifer, Jasmine, and Ryan, you've mentioned that your main struggle lies in coding or programming. And also Ryan, you find other subjects hard related to information technology due to your lack of background in this course. Could you tell us more about your experiences and how you've been tackling this challenge? Sure, Jen. Coding and other IT subjects have been tough for me because I didn't have a background in this field. It felt like learning a new language, especially dealing with complex algorithms with reading efficient code. But I'm working hard, looking for extra help, joining more tutorials, and teaming up with classmates to understand better. It's a learning journey and I'm getting more confident each day. While for me, I utilize the internet to find the resources I need to learn this skill. Additionally, I have friends and classmates who excel in it, so I often ask for their help. Similarly to Jasmine, I often ask my friends and schoolmates to help me understand coding. It's been a collaborative effort and with their assistance I've been gradually improving in this area. Additionally, I find online resources, coding skills, making it a more engaging learning experience. That's an impressive approach, Ryan, Jas, and Jennifer. But now, for the five of you, do you really like pursuing IT or do you still plan to shift? I don't have any plans on shifting courses as I really like this course. Like I said earlier with the previous question, learning something new is really interesting and exciting. Similar to what Hany said, I don't have plans to shift since I've started to like it. I will pursue this one because if I shift to another course, it will put me in a difficult position. So there's no turning back and I will face what I've started. For me, yes, I will still pursue IT even though it is not my dream course. And I have no intention of shifting to another course because IT is entirely new to me. I have no intention of shifting to another course because IT is interesting to me and there are many opportunities and skills that can be explored, especially in the IT industry. How about you, Ryan? Yes, I like to pursue IT. As I mentioned earlier, even though this is not my dream course, I am eager to learn and have a growth to love this field. As for shifting, I don't plan to. I'm already in my second year of college and it would be a waste of days and hours if I were to shift. Just like what they said, yes, I will also pursue this. I'm learning to love this course. It gives me more challenge and knowledge about technology. I have no plans to shift because I believe in the opportunities this field can be offered. That's interesting. Now, to our next question for everyone. What's the most exciting thing you've learned so far in your IT journey? I learned to code in Java, C++, and work with data structure. Multimedia class taught me video editing and animation. Being a student is fun because I get to solve problems and tackle challenges, which helps me to learn and grow every day. Additionally, meeting new people and making friends adds to the excitement of my college experience. Just like what Pak Mak said, there's a lot of things to learn, including Java language, C++, and multimedia editing. Also, I learned to have a creative mindset and to be consistent to become an IT professional. Understanding how all these skills come together to create something amazing has been truly fascinating. Personally, I find the most exciting thing is that I can handle my challenging subjects and I'm willing to learn in every subject, even if it's difficult. Additionally, discovering how to apply coding principles to real-world problems and seeing that tangible result has been incredibly fulfilling. The most exciting thing I have learned so far is that with coding, you can do almost everything. The most exciting part about this course is that I get to live my life even when I'm working. Being an IT can get you to places even while you're working. The most interesting thing I have learned so far in this journey is how to solve problems involving small computers or Internet-related issues, as well as how to locate and solve the Internet's IP address. Coding was difficult but exciting because it challenged me so much. These all tasks are challenging but enjoyable. This is one of the questions I often get asked. What's the most exciting thing you have learned so far in your IT journey? It is hard to pick just one thing because there are so many fascinating aspects of information technology. However, if I had to choose, I would say that learning how to create and deploy a Web application was the most thrilling experience for me. The ability to build something functional and accessible on the Internet opened up a new world of possibilities and creativity in the IT field. The most thrilling part for me is when I code. It's a mix of nervousness and excitement as I transform lines of text into a functioning program. Discovering the power of coding and creating something from scratch is like unlocking a world of endless possibilities. Each successful code feels like a small victory, motivating me to keep exploring and learning this exciting IT journey. For me, there are a lot of things I've learned in the IT journey. The most exciting is just the lesson. I've also learned how to manage my time, double my effort, and have eagerness to learn more about our lesson, which has contributed to my personal and academic growth. One of the most exciting things I've learned in my IT journey is realizing that I am more capable than I am just. It's like discovering a superpower within myself as I face challenges and learn new things. I saw my skills and confidence grow. This journey has shown me that with determination and effort, I can achieve more than I ever imagined. What a nice response from all of you. The next question is really interesting. So, the question is, what are your plans after graduating? My plan is to find a good job with a nice salary to support myself and my family. I want a job where I can use what I learned in school and keep learning new things. I'll work hard and save money for the future. Eventually, I hope I have a stable and comfortable life. 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