A recent discussion on Dev.to highlighted a concern among Computer Science students about the lack of passion and drive to create projects outside of schoolwork. The author, who graduated with a DEC in CS, noticed that many peers have stopped making things and are not actively engaging in programming activities. This lack of initiative can lead to a narrow skill set and falling behind in the constantly evolving field of Computer Science.
The post emphasizes the importance of building projects beyond just coding the backend. It highlights the need for students to focus on UI/UX, business logic, marketability, functionality, scalability, and other essential aspects to create something truly innovative.