Network Engineering and Programming?

Kawaiiii

Hello, this is my first post. Sorry if it's in the wrong section!

At my school, there's something called AOIT. woottonaoit.org

I am currently a freshman in High School, and already know that I want to go into programming (probably gameplay programming or something similar).

It offers three pathways: Programming, Information Resource Design (Web Development), and Network/Hardware

Here is a detailed description of each of the courses: woottonaoit.org/courses/

And the courses you would take for each pathway: woottonaoit.org/pathways (Design Technology Solutions (DTS) is something you need before you start any pathway, mostly everyone takes it freshmen year).

I am wondering that would it be in any way beneficial to me if I took Network Engineering too? I've heard a bit about SDN and OpenFlow and all that, but not much.

So, my question is, would it help me in any way if I took Network Engineering (already going to take programming next year)? Is there a job that merges Network Engineering and Programming together?

Params7

It will be useful, specially if you have interest to go into infosec. Cisco's newest cert tracks are about fusing programming and networking knowledge.

http://www.techexams.net/forums/general-certification/98107-new-cisco-certifications-sdn-nfv.html

YFZblu

No matter what you do in IT, programming can be extremely useful and make you more valuable than you might otherwise be.

DevilWAH

I agree a good fundamental understanding of program will make you a strong in any field of IT. Either because you use it daily, write the odd script, or just will understand how application work.

Kawaiiii

Oh, um, I guess I forgot to say that I'm aspiring to become a programmer in the gaming industry. Should I still take Network Engineering anyway? =|

darkerz

No, you do not need to do a Network Engineer course.

Good luck on being a programmer in the gaming industry. You'll have a lot more competition.

A lot.

Source : I work & live by a college called Digipen, thousands of kids wanting to be game programmers and approximately 10-20 actual openings per annum in my state for that kind of role..

DevilWAH

I think networking is a bit like programming, while you don't need it to be a programmer basic understanding of fundamental networking is not going to hurt. Especially if you end up wanting to work an multiplier games where you are programming routines to efficiently use networks and deal with latency issues.

inscom.brigade

Is their a fee, or charge to take the class? After high school, for the rest of your life nothing is free. If you have the time, take the free class. You will have to pay out of pocket after High School. Backup professions are good, because income is not a guarantee in life; network engineering is a good choice. __________________> P.S. this s a good place to come for advice the people here will always try and give you good advice, u should bookmark it right away.

Kawaiiii

inscom.brigade wrote: »

Is their a fee, or charge to take the class? After high school, for the rest of your life nothing is free. If you have the time, take the free class. You will have to pay out of pocket after High School. Backup professions are good, because income is not a guarantee in life; network engineering is a good choice. __________________> P.S. this s a good place to come for advice the people here will always try and give you good advice, u should bookmark it right away.

Microcomputer Technologies (FREE) -> Network Engineering and Management ($10/sem, so $20 in total) -> Advanced Network Engineering and Management (FREE)

Microcomputer Technologies
There are two tests for the CompTIA A+ Certification (JKO-701 and JKO-702). Each test will cost $91.50.

Network Engineering & Management
ICND 1 (640-822) required (CCENT Certification). The cost for this exam is $62.50 or $150.00 depending on
course work.

Adv. Network Engineering & Management
ICND 2 (640-816) required (CCNA Certification). The cost for this exam is $62.50 or $150 depending on course
work.

So, the classes itself don't cost much, but man... those exams.

Also, I never really thought much about it being a "backup," thanks for that.

And yes, bookmarked

--chris--

Kawaiiii wrote: »

Microcomputer Technologies (FREE) -> Network Engineering and Management ($10/sem, so $20 in total) -> Advanced Network Engineering and Management (FREE)

Microcomputer Technologies
There are two tests for the CompTIA A+ Certification (JKO-701 and JKO-702). Each test will cost $91.50.

Network Engineering & Management
ICND 1 (640-822) required (CCENT Certification). The cost for this exam is $62.50 or $150.00 depending on
course work.

Adv. Network Engineering & Management
ICND 2 (640-816) required (CCNA Certification). The cost for this exam is $62.50 or $150 depending on course
work.

So, the classes itself don't cost much, but man... those exams.

Also, I never really thought much about it being a "backup," thanks for that.

And yes, bookmarked

I paid ~$280 for the A+ (both exams) and that was discounted! Those are great prices for the exams!

phoeneous

Kawaiiii wrote: »

Microcomputer Technologies (FREE) -> Network Engineering and Management ($10/sem, so $20 in total) -> Advanced Network Engineering and Management (FREE)

Microcomputer Technologies
There are two tests for the CompTIA A+ Certification (JKO-701 and JKO-702). Each test will cost $91.50.

Network Engineering & Management
ICND 1 (640-822) required (CCENT Certification). The cost for this exam is $62.50 or $150.00 depending on
course work.

Adv. Network Engineering & Management
ICND 2 (640-816) required (CCNA Certification). The cost for this exam is $62.50 or $150 depending on course
work.

So, the classes itself don't cost much, but man... those exams.

Also, I never really thought much about it being a "backup," thanks for that.

And yes, bookmarked

If I were still in HS and those course were offered, I'd take them all right now.

Kawaiiii

Oh, I guess I'm lucky then.