[otikik]

The two alternatives that you are presenting (flavour-of-the -week JavaScript versus multiple semesters of Big O notation) are just the two extremes of a wide spectrum.

What you call “shallow”, others might see as “practical”.

It’s possible that this person has chosen study path that isn’t the right one for them. That’s a tricky spot to be in especially in these times. I suggest a little more empathy, and a little less venting.

[bdlowery]

I love spending so much time doing Big O analysis! Great use of my time! I’m sure I’ll need to know semesters worth of Big O Analysis for my job.

Oh… I just need to know the basics? Damn, such a great use of my time.

CS degree in a nutshell.