What inspired a software developer to pursue a career in physics?

  • Thread starter wisdom
  • Start date
In summary, a software developer may be inspired to pursue a career in physics due to the crossover of skills and problem-solving abilities between the two fields. The use of programming languages and data analysis in physics research may also attract software developers to the field. Additionally, the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking discoveries and advancements in science through their coding skills can be a motivating factor for software developers to pursue a career in physics.
  • #1
wisdom
7
1
How did you find PF?
DuckDuckGo
Hi,

I'm a software developer with electrical engineering degrees. Originally I'd wanted to be a physicist, as I had a lot of fun solving classical physics problems.
 
Physics news on Phys.org
  • #2
Hello, wisdom! :welcome:
 
  • Like
Likes wisdom

Similar threads

Is it too late to pursue a second degree in physics and a career in science?
    • New Member Introductions
Replies
1
Views
124
Coming back to physics after 25 years
    • New Member Introductions
Replies
1
Views
86
Can a Passion for Torque Propel a Career in Physics?
    • New Member Introductions
Replies
1
Views
185
uhhhh physics major (?)
    • New Member Introductions
Replies
5
Views
211
What are the career prospects for physicists in Brazil and abroad?
    • New Member Introductions
Replies
2
Views
115
John Beattie
    • New Member Introductions
Replies
3
Views
191
An engineer and a scientist wanna be
    • New Member Introductions
Replies
2
Views
121
What Inspires a First-Year Physics Student to Pursue a Career in Academia?
    • New Member Introductions
Replies
3
Views
146
Exploring the World of Physics: A Journey of Curiosity and Learning
    • New Member Introductions
Replies
1
Views
298
What are the benefits of pursuing a career in theoretical physics?
    • New Member Introductions
Replies
2
Views
461

Hot Threads

Recent Insights

Back
Top