BLOG
→ Explore this Curated Program for You ←
Articles Tutorials Interview Questions Free Courses Videos
Great Learning Blog IT/Software Development
Latest Technologies in Computer Science in 2024
By Great Learning Editorial Team / Updated on Apr 30, 2024 / 13696
Table of contents
Introduction
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 1 of 21
:
latest computer science trends
Artificial Intelligence
Edge Computing
Quantum Computing
Robotics
Cybersecurity
Bioinformatics
Data Science
Full Stack Development
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
Final Thoughts
Introduction
The twenty-first century has seen a technological revolution. Several highly
commercial and widely used technologies from the early 2000s have
completely vanished, and other ones have replaced them.
In 2021, many latest technologies will emerge, particularly in the fields of
computer science and engineering. These latest technologies are only
going to get better in 2021, and they may even make it into the hands of the
average individual.
These are the key trends or latest technologies to look at whether you’re a
recent computer science graduate or a seasoned IT professional. And how
these innovations are upending the established quo at work and on college
campuses.
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 2 of 21
:
Here are the top seven latest computer science trends right
now (in 2024):
Artificial Intelligence –
Machine code that mimics human and animal intelligence is at the heart of
artificial intelligence (AI). Professionals in artificial intelligence (AI) create
algorithms and programme machines to do human-like activities. Artificial
intelligence (AI) is already widely used to detect credit card fraud, identify
disease outbreaks, and improve satellite navigation.
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Computer Society
forecasts that numerous AI concepts will be extensively implemented in
2021 in their annual technology prediction report. Reliability and safety for
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 3 of 21
:
intelligent autonomous systems, AI for digital manufacturing, and
trustworthy and explainable AI and machine learning are all purported AI
breakthroughs.
As of 2020, computer and information research scientists earned a median
annual pay of $126,830, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics expecting
much-faster-than-average growth for the profession from 2019 through
2029.
Machine learning engineers make an average yearly pay of $112,840,
according to PayScale, with late-career professionals earning an average
annual salary of $162,000 as of June 2021. A bachelor’s degree is required
for entry-level AI positions, while a master’s or Ph.D. leads to the best job
chances in artificial intelligence.
Career Opportunities:
Machine Learning Engineer
Senior Data Scientist
Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Research Scientist
Deep Learning Engineer
Algorithm Engineer
Edge Computing-
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 4 of 21
:
In contrast to cloud computing, which processes and stores data in massive
data centres far away from the end user, edge computing keeps computer
data close to the user. Experts predict that the cloud will not totally
disappear, but rather will coexist with edge computing as it puts processing
closer to consumers, speeding everything from factory output to self-driving
car reaction.
Edge computing is used in technologies such as autonomous vehicles,
video conferencing, and augmented reality. Edge computing, for example,
reduces the delay of waiting for a server in the cloud to respond when an
autonomous car makes a split-second choice to brake and avoid a collision.
Software engineers, especially edge computing software developers, are
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 5 of 21
:
expected to expand by 22% between 2019 and 2029, according to the BLS,
with a median annual pay of $110,140 in 2020.
Workers with edge computing skills are employed in industries such as
telecommunications, security, and oil and gas. A bachelor’s degree is
frequently required for entry-level employment such as software developer
or computer network architect. A master’s degree is commonly required for
managerial, administrative, and research employment.
Career Opportunities:
Edge Computing Specialist
Software Developer
Application Developer
Computer Network Architect
Computer Systems Analyst
Quantum Computing-
Quantum computing makes use of high-performance computers to address
issues at the atomic and subatomic level. Quantum computers, unlike
traditional computers, use quantum bits, also known as qubits, to execute
calculations and store data. Quantum computers can now crunch data and
solve problems considerably faster than they could before.
While big tech companies like Google and IBM are making progress in
quantum computing, the field is still in its early stages. Banking,
transportation, and agriculture are some of the other areas that could profit
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 6 of 21
:
from quantum computing.
Quantum computing could be used to locate the most effective truck
delivery routes, establish the most efficient flight schedule for an airport, or
quickly and cheaply produce novel treatments. Quantum computing holds
promise for developing sustainable technology and solving environmental
issues, according to scientists.
A master’s or doctoral degree is commonly required for quantum computing
jobs. Quantum computing workers can earn up to $160,000 per year,
according to ZipRecruiter, with an average yearly pay of $96,900 as of May
2021. Many potential quantum computing jobs may not yet exist because
quantum computing is a new computer science expertise.
Career Opportunities:
Quantum Computer Architect
Quantum Software Developer
Quantum Algorithm Researcher
Quantum Computer Research Scientist
Robotics-
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 7 of 21
:
Robotics is a field that studies and develops robots in order to make life
easier. Robotics is a multidisciplinary field that includes computer science,
electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering. Artificial intelligence,
machine learning, and other computer science technologies are used in
robotics.
In industries such as manufacturing, farming, and food preparation, robots
attempt to improve safety and efficiency. Robotics are used to build cars, do
dangerous activities such as bomb dispersal, and perform intricate
procedures.
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 8 of 21
:
Career Opportunities:
Robotics Engineer
Algorithm Engineer
Data Scientist
Software Engineer
Robotics Research Scientist
Cybersecurity–
Cybersecurity is concerned with preventing cyberthreats and attacks on
computer systems and networks. As businesses continue to store data in
the cloud and conduct business online, the need for better protection
grows.
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 9 of 21
:
Cyberattacks cause enormous financial losses to individuals, corporations,
and governments. The Colonial Pipeline, for example, lost $5 million in May
2021 due to a ransomware attack in the eastern United States, which
resulted in higher gas costs for consumers.
Cybersecurity experts work for consulting firms, computer firms, and
businesses and financial institutions. Apple, Lockheed Martin, and Capital
One are among the major employers. A bachelor’s degree is required for
the finest cybersecurity employment; however, some firms prefer a master’s
degree.
Career Opportunities:
Information Security Analyst
Chief Information Security Officer
Information Security Consultant
IT Security Manager
Bioinformatics-
Professionals in bioinformatics examine, preserve, and analyse biological
data. Bioinformatics is a multidisciplinary discipline that combines computer
science and biology to hunt for patterns in genetic material such as DNA,
genes, RNA, and protein sequences. Bioinformatics professionals create
the methodologies and software tools that enable these activities to be
completed.
Bioinformatics computer science technologies serve the medical and
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 10 of 21
:
pharmaceutical, industrial, environmental/government, and information
technology industries considerably. Bioinformatics aids doctors in
preventative and precision medicine by allowing them to detect ailments
early and treat them more effectively.
The Bureau of Land Management, the Department of Defense, hospitals,
and research institutes are all major employers of bioinformatics experts. A
bachelor’s degree is required for bioinformatics occupations. A master’s or
Ph.D. may be required for administrative, teaching, or supervising
employment.
Career Opportunities:
Bioinformatics Research Scientist
Bioinformatics Engineer
Biomedical Researcher
Bioengineer/Biomedical Engineer
Biostatistician
Biologist
Computational Biologist
Agriculturalist
Software Programmer
Data Scientist
Data Science-
Data science was the next big thing throughout much of the first decade of
the twenty-first century. Data science has existed for far longer than the last
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 11 of 21
:
two decades. Data analysis has been a necessary duty for businesses,
governments, institutions, and departments for millennia. Data analysis is
useful for determining the effectiveness of operations, conducting employee
surveys, and gauging people’s general mood.
Data analysis is one of the earliest tasks for which computers are used.
Data analysis was so popular in the early 2000s that students were taught
introductory classes on the subject in school.
The advantage of a career in data science is that you are an integral
component of the company’s overall operation, regardless of the domain in
which it operates. Any organisation you serve is likely to rely on the data
you generate and the interpretations you provide as part of their business
strategy.
Data science is commonly utilised in retail and e-commerce to determine
the success of campaigns and the general trend of product growth. This, in
turn, aids in the development of marketing strategies for specific items or
types of products. In health care, data informatics can help clinicians
choose the safest and most effective treatments for patients by
recommending low-cost options and packages.
Full Stack Development-
Full-stack development involves the creation of both client-side and server-
side software, and it is expected to be one of the most popular technologies
in 2021.
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 12 of 21
:
The internet, a relatively new technology, was growing around the globe as
the twenty-first century began with the dot-com boom. Websites were only
simple web pages back then, and web development wasn’t the complicated
industry it is now.
Web development nowadays includes both a front end and a back end.
Websites have a client-side—the website that you see—and a server-side
—the website that the corporation controls—especially in industries related
to services like retail and e-commerce.
Web developers are often assigned to either the client-side or the server-
side of a website. Being a full stack developer, on the other hand, allows
you and your firm to operate on both ends of the web development
spectrum. Client-side or front-end development typically necessitates
familiarity with HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap. PHP, ASP, and C++ are all
required on the server side.
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality-
For more than a decade, virtual reality and augmented reality have been
buzzwords in the technological world. These top technical innovations,
however, have yet to translate into commercially available consumer goods.
Virtual reality and augmented reality have a minor role in our daily lives.
Despite the fact that VR and AR are well-known in the market, they are still
relatively new technologies in 2021.
Virtual reality has been widely used in video games to date, while
augmented reality-based apps peaked in popularity a few years ago before
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 13 of 21
:
fading. The greatest approach for virtual reality to become a top technology
trend in the future is for it to become ingrained in people’s daily lives.
Virtual reality has begun to find uses in training programmes in recent
years. Virtual reality experiences have also been beneficial in offering
experiences to museum visitors. Virtual reality’s ascent is comparable to
that of 3D technology in that it may only take one application, such as 3D
film, for the technology to become mainstream.
Virtual reality professions currently do not require extensive training. Simple
programming skills, as well as an interest in the topic and an understanding
of the power of visualisation, should be enough to secure you a position.
With millions of virtual reality gadgets sold each year, it’s just a matter of
time before VR and AR become a part of our everyday lives.
Final Thoughts:
The global economy will resurface in 2021, and new technologies will very
definitely be the catalyst. In the following years, the top technology
developments stated above are expected to take over our daily life. Jobs in
these technologies and the abilities linked with them will be incredibly
valuable, and getting education in these fields will undoubtedly benefit you
in the long run. In 2021, selecting and mastering the appropriate new
technology will make you future-proof.
Students can boost their job prospects by researching the latest
technologies in computer science or IT trends such as those listed on this
page. They can study information security, machine learning, and
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 14 of 21
:
bioinformatics as concentrations or electives. For students interested in a
specific area of education, several colleges even offer complete degrees in
artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and robotics.
Sharing is caring:
Great Learning Editorial Team
The Great Learning Editorial Staff includes a dynamic team of subject matter
experts, instructors, and education professionals who combine their deep industry
knowledge with innovative teaching methods. Their mission is to provide learners
with the skills and insights needed to excel in their careers, whether through
upskilling, reskilling, or transitioning into new fields.
Recommended for you
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 15 of 21
:
Armstrong Number in C
What is an Operating System (OS)?
Arduino vs Raspberry Pi: What’s the difference?
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 16 of 21
:
SQL Commands (DDL, DML, DCL, TCL, DQL): Types, Syntax, and
Examples
Data Structures in Java – A Beginners Guide 2024
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 17 of 21
:
Inheritance in Java with Examples – 2024
Leave a Comment
Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
Type here..
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 18 of 21
:
Name*
Email*
Website
Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
Post Comment »
Free Courses
Free Artificial Intelligence Course With Certificate
Free Prompt Engineering Course With Certificate
Python for Machine Learning Free Course
Data Science Foundations Free Course
Deep Learning with Python Free Course
Introduction to Cyber Security Free Course
Free Digital Marketing Course
Java Programming Free Course
View More →
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 19 of 21
:
Blog Categories
Data Science Blogs
Artificial Intelligence Blogs
Career Blogs
Cybersecurity Blogs
IT/Software Development Blogs
Study Abroad
Study In USA
Popular Courses
PGP In Data Science and Business Analytics
PGP In Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning
PGP In Management
PGP In Cloud Computing
Software Engineering Course
PGP In Digital Marketing
View More →
Salary Blogs
Salary Calculator
Data Architect Salary
Cloud Engineer Salary
Software Engineer Salary
Product Manager Salary
Interview Questions
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 20 of 21
:
Interview Questions
Java Interview Questions
Python Interview Questions
SQL Interview Questions
Selenium Interview Questions
Machine Learning Interview Questions
NLP Interview Questions
View More →
About Us Contact Us Privacy Policy Terms of Use Great Learning Careers
© 2013 - 2024 Great Learning Education Services Private Limited (Formerly known as Great Lakes E-Learning
Services Private Limited).All rights reserved
Get our android app
Get our ios app
https://www.mygreatlearning.com/blog/latest-technologies-in-computer-science/ 23/9/24, 10 09 PM
Page 21 of 21
:
