C++ Online Certificate Students' intro thread

[quamputer]

Hi all,

Objective: To learn C++ as a new skill and seek future opportunities in the quant space

Programming experience: Some Python, SQL

Current work: Wealth Management at a Bulge Bracket

Intended pace of program: Intend to complete the course ASAP and proceed to the advanced course. Also supplementing my learning with the Sams Teach Yourself C++ book (let me know if this is not recommended)

 

[Abbzzz]

Hi all,

Objective: To improve my programing skills sets and better prepare for quant interview

Programming experience: Python, some Mathematica, some Matlab, and some R

Current work: CMU student

Intended pace of program: ASAP, probably within 2 months

 

[MikeLawrence]

Objective: To establish good coding skills in order to implement the math/stats I know/will learn- so I can be of some use outside of cookie cutter tests. Also, to help me in gaining quant work experience.

Programming experience: Used R in a two semester sequence of regression, time series. Used pre-developed packages/functions only, excepting some data cleaning issues. Did a tiny bit of HTML/Java in a high school course.

Current work: Investment research intern at a private wealth management company (mainly UHNW individuals).

Intended pace of program: As long as it takes to get it down well. Preferably finished by early September.

 

[Shumo]

Hi All,

Objective: acquire the essential coding skills needed for a MFE program.

Programming Experience: Python, Matlab, basic C++

Current work: junior majoring in economics

Intended Pace: ASAP

 

[Axwell]

Hi everyone,

Objective: Learn the required skills to get into an MFE program.

Programming Experience: Python, basic Java and C++

Current work: Recent graduate(BS Math)

Intended Pace: I have no specific timeline, as much time as it takes to learn the basics and get a strong foundation.

 

[fefefe]

Hello everyone, this is Junyi and I'm excited to join this course!

Objective: To learn C++ for admission to MFE programs.

Programming experience: Python, R, SQL

Current work: Final year student majoring in Statistics

Intended pace of program: Finish before the application for MFE program

How I discover the course: A friend recommended this course to me

 

[kevsbel]

Hello everyone, this is Kevin from CO. I'm very exicted to take this course.

Objective: Prepare for MFE programs in a challenging and useful programing language like C++, and apply mathematical and statistical concepts in quantititive finance

Programming experience: Python (Advanced), SQL (Advanced), JavaScript (Intermediate), R (Basic), C++ (Basic)

Current Work: Senior Data Science under the Executive Vice Presidency of Risk Managament at a Top3 Bank

Intended pace of program: As long as neccesary. Preferably before November

 

[garyliguang]

Hi all,

Objective: To improve my pogramming skills and prepare for MFE programs

Programming experience: Python, Mathematica, Matlab, Java

Current work: Columbia MFE student next semester

Intended pace of program: WIthin 2-3 months

 

[Nikita.syd]

Hi everyone, I'm Mykyta and I'm thrilled to join this course!

Objective: I want to become proficient in C++ to become a Quantitative Developer

Programming experience: Advanced Python, SQL; Comfortable with Java, C++, MatLab

Current work: MEng Graduate in Mechanical Engineering with experience in Data Science and Algorithmic Trading

Intended pace of program: Within 16 weeks in combination with other resources

 

[JamesXiao]

Hey everyone, I'm James!
Objective: Obtain C++ prerequisite for MFE Program Application and break into the Quantitative Trading Profession
Programming experience: Python, basic C++, C, SQL, Java, MatLab
Current work: Independent Day Trader looking to develop algorithmic trading programs
Intended pace of program: Fast as I can fully absorb the information

 

[kombuchalover]

Hello everyone, my name is Trenton.

Objective: Learn C++ to become Quant and for MFE program pre-requisites.

Programming experience: Python, R, SQL, and Java.

Current work: Graduated with B.S. in Stats & Math from US State School. Recently employed as a Software Engineer at a large US bank.

Intended pace of program: 12-14 Weeks.

How I discover the course: Baruch MFE Website.

 

[Sendohx]

Hi, my name is Sendohx. So pleased to take this course with all of you!

Objective: Learn C++ and prepare for MFE program application.

Programming experience: Python, R, C, and SQL.

Current work: undergraduate majoring in MFE.

Intended pace of program: 13-15 Weeks.

 

[Shen Wenjie]

Objective: learn needed skill for MFE and project

Programming Experience: Python, basic C, Racket

Current work: 3rd year math student in University of Waterloo, Canada

Intended Pace: ASAP

 

[Keyang]

Hi fellows,

Objective: learn C++ skills and be better qualified for MFE programs

Programming experience: Python, Java, and SQL

Current work: Undergraduate majoring in financial engineering from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen

Intended pace of program: ASAP

 

[mr_spectre]

Hi Guys, pleased to meet everyone!

Objective: Learn C++ skills and be better qualified for MFE programs

Programming Experience: Python and SQL

Current Work: Quant Researcher at HFT Prop Shop

Intended Pace of Program: ASAP

 

[JConti]

Hi everyone, my name is John and I'm excited to be taking this course!

Objective: learn C++ skills for potential MFE applications in the future

Programming experience: Python, SQL, VBA

Current work: PE Counterparty Credit Risk Analyst at BB

Intended pace of program: Looking to complete the program by the end of November

 

[alodhi]

Hey everyone, my name is Aemen.

Objective: Refresh my knowledge of C++ and learn OOO. (I used to program in C++ 12 years ago but haven't touched it in the last 12 years). The language has changed a lot during this time.

Programming experience: Python, SQL

Current work: Infrastructure engineering at a tech company in California.

Intended pace of program: 12 weeks.

 

[Eric Kopen]

Hello, I was going through some threads as I prepare for my final and realized I never uploaded a post to this one! Hi everyone, my name is Eric.

Objective: I am looking to transition to the quantitative field from my current FP&A role and am applying to MFE programs starting in Fall 2024. I figured learning C++ will give me a solid programming foundation to what is hopefully a long career in quantitative finance!

Programming experience: I used to dabble in web development. I took some Python courses in college and did side projects on my own time. At work, I do a lot of stuff with SAS, SQL, and VBA.

Current work: FP&A (financial planning and analysis) for a healthcare company. I work in our insurance division and specifically project annual revenue for a $100B+ line of business.

Intended pace of program: I've taken my time, and have used about all 16 weeks. Finishing up (fingers crossed) this Monday!

 

[davidrosenblatt]

Hello everyone, my name is David. So nice to meet you all. good luck to everyone in the course.

Objective: I am looking to review and enhance my knowledge of c++ with the goal to get in to a financial engineering program.

Programming experience: Python, c++

Current work: Accounting firm

Intended pace of program: 10 weeks

 

[Bert C.]

Hello everyone, Nice to meet you guys! My name is Bert. Very happy to be here

Objective: Admission to MFE programs for Fall 2024

Programming experience: C/C++, Python, SQL, VBA

Current work: Actuarial Analyst in New York City

Intended pace of program: Currently work full time and hope I can finish the course in 3 month