{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"EP 102 | Is Studying Computer Science Still Worth It In 2025? with Jehron Petty","description":"&amp;nbsp;Is studying computer science still worth it in 2025? What does the future of education look like in an AI driven world?&amp;nbsp; With AI reshaping the job market and tech layoffs skyrocketing,&amp;nbsp; CS students are facing serious questions about their futures. In this episode 102, I chat with Jerome Petty, founder of ColorStack, about whether a CS degree is still valuable, how students can stand out, and what they\u2019d do differently if they were starting over today and the future of education. Whether you're a current student, recent grad, or career switcher, this episode will challenge your thinking and help you chart a smarter path in tech. \ud83d\udcac Drop your thoughts in the comments \u2014 Is CS still worth it for YOU? \ud83d\udd14 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more future-proof tech career insights! &amp;nbsp; \u231b\ufe0f CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 04:20 - Meet Jehron Petty, Founder of ColorStack 06:15 - Building a Support Network for CS Students of Color 17:45 - Impact of Tech Layoffs on Internship Pipelines 20:15 - Advice for International CS Students 23:00 - Can AI Replace Developers? 27:30 - How to Stand Out as a CS Student in 2025 30:45 - The Power of Building Real-World Projects 34:00 - Is Now the Best Time Ever to Start CS in College? 37:15 - The Shift Toward Localized Tech Solutions 40:00 - Final Thoughts: Is College Still the Best Route? &amp;nbsp; Watch my latest video here: https:\/\/youtu.be\/Rlr_f1vyq-E?si=sOQ5SyVMbugRB-lv &amp;nbsp; \ud83c\udfaf&amp;nbsp; Connect with Jehron https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/jehronpetty\/ https:\/\/www.colorstack.org\/ &amp;nbsp; \ud83d\udca1 Connect with Grace: https:\/\/techunlockedpodcast.carrd.co\/ https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/gracemacjonez\/ https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/gracemacjones\/ &amp;nbsp; \u2728 Follow Tech Unlocked for more career tips and tech news: https:\/\/techunlockedpodcast.carrd.co\/ https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/techunlockedpod\/ https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@techunlockedpod https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@techunlockedpod https:\/\/substack.com\/@techunlockedpodcast? Questions about sponsorship? Email us techunlockedpod@gmail.com ","author_name":"Tech Unlocked","author_url":"http:\/\/techunlockedpod.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36696615\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/36696615"}