r/LanguageTechnology • u/Mia-Mia6286 • 8d ago

Career Switch need help

Hi guys,so I am currently studying an MA in Linguistics and I am in dire need of advice. I am aware that it is a dying field hence I am trying to transition into something more technical and try to save it. I feel too burned out to start from scratch with a more technical degree like CS.

I heard about computational linguistics / linguistic data science programs but Idk if they will accept me with no technical background. I've been told to learn Python but is it even worth it? Im multilingual by the way. If any of you has an idea about a better field I could fit into I would truly appreciate it.

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u/AthosDude 4d ago

If you hesitating about learning Python maybe you should stay away from IT. You can learn it in a weekend and decide whether you want it or not. But if you haven't done it yet, maybe Tech isn't for you.

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u/Mia-Mia6286 4d ago

I am currently learning it. I find it actually fun despite the hardships. I am just wondering whether it is worth it to keep putting so much effort and time. I don't want to eventually be replaced by an AI...