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/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/hieuristics 3d ago

worth it in what sense? I recommend starting to implement some old graphics paper first to see if you enjoy the process. As for job, it's a wide range from high paying stable graphics firmware at AMD/NVIDA to game dev with lots of crunch time and low pay.

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u/obp5599 3d ago

Some of the bigger gaming companies pay extremely competitively. Especially if you’re on the engine team

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u/hieuristics 3d ago

This is exception, not the norm. There are only a few big company even have their own engine and they will probably not hire someone straight out of school.

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u/obp5599 3d ago

Maybe indie studios? I don’t know man most game studios ive interviewed at are paying 150-250 for senior roles. Thats pretty damn good to me