by Dickson Lua & Arjo Mejilla

“Hello world!” or, rather, “Hello, dilettantes of computing technology!”

Whether you’re a freshman CS or a non-CS major in CompSAt, we’re here to lay out simple algorithms to debug those errors on your way to becoming an expert on technology, computers, and the like.

Ask. Those who never ask, never learn. It’s a lot better to look dumb and learn something than to look smart and know nothing.

Search. Want to do something with your program, but don’t know how? Google can find it for you! Also, EVERYTHING is in the Java API. Use it!

Exceed. In a classroom of 20+ applications doing the same thing, only one will be sold; always go beyond the required code, there’s a big difference between what a customer needs and what a customer will keep using.

Protip: Use the GridBagLayout. 😉

In any case, people in CompSAt will always be there to help you as part of brushing up on their old skills.

Speaking of CompSAt, there are a few things that you may want to do.

As of now, there’s no retention system being implemented in the org. Well, there are individual consultations that you have to go to, but they’re definitely not much of a hassle. In this case, with CompSAt bringing a lot to the table, you should learn how to maximize it.

CompSAt holds a number of events throughout the year. Some of these events include the general assembly, alumni homecoming party (Loopback), Sportsfest combined with Palarong CompSAt (Clash of the Clans), and other activities sure to bring a smile out of you. And if you’re asking us why you should go – here are some reasons why.

First of all, you WILL have fun. Program heads give extra effort to make the event as engaging as possible with many different GD’s. They always take everything into account when planning the program flow with the core team. Also, the hosts, the prizes, and not to mention the food should be enough reason for you to go.

Clash of the Clans

LoopBack

Aside from this, you also get the chance to chill with your blockmates during events as you listen to the sweet sounds of Algorhythm. You can even get the chance to meet CompSAt’s stars such as the world-renowned Startistah Angeline Nuguid, 6-Pack Mark Cinco, and Bianca Polloso (who, by the way, is CompSAt’s President and very own Gwen Stefani). You can also opt to take a picture with them by calling one of the ComPress photographers assigned to the event.

Our Esteemed Leader

With all that in mind, I think you should go and have some fun. However, on the off chance that you don’t enjoy, you can always fill up our evaluation forms for the event, where you can be sure that we will make up for it by making the next CompSAt event a better one.

Aside from holding awesome events, CompSAt gives members the opportunity to join its teams. These include Algorhythm, Beatshift, ComPress, CompShooters, CompSpikers, DevTeam, Marketing, Procreate, and Wildcard. There are many teams which cater to different people and interests, but the good thing about this is that you can join more than one. If you’re wondering when you can join, don’t worry. They’ll be recruiting more members again sometime soon, so just keep an eye out and think about which team you want to join.

Algorhythm

BeatShift

Last, but not the least, CompSAt offers services designed to address the needs of students. For starters, we have the tutorials for CS21A & B. As the name suggests, a tutor is going to help the students review for the midterms. Aside from these, CompSAt also has many seminars and forums about Information Technology that you can go to. And if programming’s your thing, then you may also want to join the Programming Varsity, which should be mentioned some time during one of your CS classes.

Before we end this, we’d just like to reiterate what we said a while ago. As part of CompSAt, there will always be people willing to help. Even if it’s not about programming or computer science, someone will surely be there for you. Just remember to ask, search, and exceed.

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