Has the Value of a CS Degree Declined Post-ChatGPT?
Quiet_Form_2800 · reddit · 2026-07-09
The post poses a controversial question: after the widespread adoption of ChatGPT, can a CS degree still effectively prove a student's ability to learn independently, debug, and engineer solutions?
The author believes that since students can now use AI to explain concepts, generate code, fix bugs, do homework, and build projects, employers may prioritize live coding, practical assessments, and system design over mere academic credentials.
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