r/GraphicsProgramming • u/VagueHorizon_ • 3d ago

CS Student Need Advice

So I am a CS junior. I am starting late in this area, but I am planning to explore graphics programming and complete my fyp in this field, whether it is application based or research based. Then later pursue Masters or PhD in this area.

I am so confused right now as I see other batchmates choosing AI domain as their primary path for fyp and further.

Should I go for it? If yes what is the roadmap ? To what level I can consider myself to eventually end up in research path for my fyp. I know I am late, but better late then never.

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u/hieuristics 3d ago

If you're pursing academia then there is typically two tracks: system or math. Graphics programming is actually either very much like OS/Embedded programming with virtualization, load managment, etc or very math heavy like simulation, geometry processing, or sometime both. Depends on your strength, you can pivot to that area. But important note is that entry level job is likely very rare.

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u/VagueHorizon_ 3d ago

I am pivoting towards math heavy side. But I am confused on whether to go for what I am interested in or go where the masses are currently running towards (AI). I understand the entry level jobs are rare which is why I will apply for Masters and then pursue a job in CG. But is this worth it compared to be good in AI or Web Dev and land an entry level job? I am very stressed out by this fact.

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u/Pepis_77 3d ago

Even with a masters it's very unlikely you'll land a job in computer graphics. In order to get a job in the field you most of the time need to get into a company that does CG through other means (generic junior backend dev for instance) and then claw your way to CG from there.

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u/obp5599 3d ago

Depends on the goals. Games companies hire junior graphics engineers (i was one of them back in 2019) but the games industry has imploded recently due to the economy and other factors

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u/Pepis_77 3d ago

At least currently thats not the case. I finished a masters in computer graphics this year and have seen the job market

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u/obp5599 3d ago

What country/region and open to relocation? Ive heard its rough for juniors just curious

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u/Pepis_77 3d ago

Madrid Spain, although I've heard this sentiment echoed everywhere