I am interested in coding and programming. I aspire to be a software engineer. What are the steps I should take? And what are the other parts of this field?
A. R. Angelina (15) / St Thomas Academy, Goregaon (W), Mumbai

Coding is a process that uses a programming language to create new computer software, websites and apps. Software engineers are responsible for writing and maintaining the code that powers a software application. This includes programming in languages such as Java, Python or C++, as well as using frameworks and libraries to speed up development.

To become a software engineer, you should have a B.Tech. in Computer Science. Eligibility is 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Selection is through entrance examination. This path provides a broad education in computer science concepts, programming languages, and software development methodologies, and can prepare you for entry-level software engineering positions.

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To become a software engineer, you should go for BE/ BTech (Computer Engineering) for which eligibility is 10+2, with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics. You may also go for MCA (Masters in Computer Applications) for which graduation with mathematics as one of the subjects at 10+2 level is the requirement.

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First you need to analyze as to why you want to be a software engineer. Do you have somebody in your family who is a software engineer and living a good lifestyle? Have you read in the newspapers or in a magazine that these engineers earn well and also get a chance to go abroad? Don’t get impressed by all this. Only those who have done the course from good colleges get a handsome salary and a chance to go abroad.

To become a software engineer, you should have Mathematics along with Physics and Chemistry in 10+2. Then you should appear in competitive examinations like AIEEE, JEE to get selected in good engineering colleges.

Another question to analyze is why you fear Maths. It is a very simple subject; the only requirement is to do 10-15 questions every day. Start with solved examples; first understand these, then solve them yourself on paper. If you do it for one month continuously, your fear of Maths will go away… I can guarantee. So don’t spoil your future career due to that fear.

As far as event management is considered, no formal training is required. That doesn’t mean that it’s an easy career. You’re required to have dedication, sincerity and exceptional organizational abilities. You should be able to deal with all types of persons, ranging from suppliers to the CEO of the client company. You need to have good marketing as well as creative and managerial skills. Basically, event managers learn on the job.

Actual work may be different in every event. On one occasion, you may be trying to find a decorating company that can set up a musical event for a corporate party. The next day, you may have to line up a magician for a children’s party. The field also includes a lot of drudgery and leg-work. Working late nights is a norm, as parties don’t usually happen during the regular 9 to 5 hours.

This career may look exciting and interesting but lot of risk is involved as there are no fixed salaries. Some days you may have lot of work, while at other times you may feel that nothing is working out. Give it a thought, discuss with other people and take a well-informed decision.

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Eligibility wise, it is not necessary to take computer science in 10+2 in order to do software (computer) engineering. But a course in computer engineering does require study of computer science. If you are not able to handle it now, how will you be able to study that for next four years? Just think…

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