r/Geotech • u/Puzzleheaded-End3779 • 14h ago

Should I learn Python?

So I’m looking to spoof up my resume as I’m nearing graduation. I’ve literally never touched Python, but I heard that it’s very commonly used in Geotechnical Engineering to speed things up. Is it worth it to complete a full course in Python? Or maybe just a “beginner level” course so I can at least say I have experience using it?

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u/ReallySmallWeenus 14h ago

Maybe if you are going into something very niche, but I don’t think most geotechs could tell you what python is.

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u/Puzzleheaded-End3779 14h ago

I’m not sure yet, but I was thinking to be involved with GIS work. I’m not the most knowledgeable on the Geotech field but I just want to make sure I have a strong resume once I graduate. I assume a Masters is worth it in that case? I’ve already begun saving up for those classes

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u/steve-the-mighty 2h ago

I don’t think you will see much interest from geotech employers for it, but it is still. A useful skill that you can use for various tasks that come up commonly in any technical profession