I previously asked which skills a web designer should have. Now I would like to know what kind of professional I should request from my company's human resources area. This is, what degree should this designer have?
2006-07-27 09:15:40 · 6 answers · asked by Carsal 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Programming & Design
Computer programming, Computer science, Graphic Design, Multimedia Design.
Most systems programmers hold a 4-year degree in computer science.
2006-07-27 09:20:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I disagree with the suggestion that a computer science degree is necessary for web design. Computer Science coursework (generally) concentrates on things like algorithms, data structures, and the like. Generally, specific applications aren't taught; as a result, someone with a computer science degree may well have skills that a web designer doesn't need, and may not have skills which they do; moreover, web design is a graphic design task-- being a whiz at algorithms says nothing about your ability to create a good website.
There are some kinds of websites where programming skills are needed-- complex PHP in ecommerce sites, for instance. But lots of sites just look pretty, and give out standard information . .. the designers for these sites need to have a good sense of aesthetics, and expertise in one or another of the web design applications.
The most important criteria for a web designer, if you're evaluating candidates, is that [s]he has completed a project similar to the one you're contemplating. . . that is WAY more important than what degrees they have.
2006-07-27 09:53:12 · answer #2 · answered by Crocodilian 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
do you want a designer or programmer, they are usually two seperate people. I am a web programmer and don't have a degree yet. However, I have been working in the field for 6+ years now and have lots of experience. Experience is often far more important than degrees, especially in real world applications.
2006-07-27 10:00:22 · answer #3 · answered by John J 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, ideally someone with a degree in computer science, however, don't overlook the experience. A lot of web programmers have gained tremendous education on the job.
If someone has done serious web development for 5+ years and someone just has a four year college degree, I would go with the experience. But, it really depends on what type of web programmer you're looking for.
2006-07-27 09:20:21 · answer #4 · answered by rob 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there are a determination of languages modern to do information superhighway designing. before each and every thing u choose to be a sturdy programmer attempt to study any of two languages. i choose java languare. and also attempt to do portraits route. english i no longer a huge deal dont situation!
2016-11-26 19:26:15 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Computer Science usually, possibly Computer Engineering, but that focuses more on hardware.
2006-07-27 09:19:15 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋