Helping Parents Make Better Computing Degree Decisions in the AI Era — Before the Wrong One Costs Time, Tuition, and Confidence
Most families make the biggest financial decision of their child's life with incomplete information. The wrong major, the wrong program, or missing the internship window can cost years of lost time and tens of thousands of dollars. This resource hub was built to help you make those decisions earlier, with better information, before they become expensive to undo.
Take the Quiz First
If you are not sure which resource fits your family right now, start with the quiz. In under four minutes, it looks at four areas and gives your family one clear next step based on where you stand now.
Is Your Family Actually Ready for a Computing Degree in the AI Era?
Answer honestly based on where you are right now — not where you hope to be. Your result includes one specific next step for your family.
Take the Free Quiz →Choose the Course That Fits Where You Are
Short, focused courses designed to help parents make better computing-degree decisions before tuition is on the line. Each one addresses one decision most families get wrong.
Know These 5 Things Before You Spend Six Figures on a Computing Degree in the AI Era
For families just starting to think through what has changed about computing careers in the AI era.
Help Your Child Choose the Right Computing Major in the AI Era
For families trying to choose the right path before enrollment — before it costs you time, tuition, and confidence.
Find the Computing Program That Actually Delivers in the AI Era
For families comparing schools and programs — so you choose based on evidence, not reputation.
Help Your Child Get the Right Internship in the AI Era Before It Is Too Late
For families who want their child in front of the right opportunities — before the junior-year window closes.
How to Help Your Student Succeed in Computing in the AI Era
For families whose child is already in a computing program — or about to enroll. Five modules, thirteen lessons, and a complete parent playbook covering all four years: goal-setting, professor relationships, study strategies, AI ethics, career timelines, and mental health.
College in the AI Era: What the College Counselor Isn't Telling You
For families who want the full roadmap — from major choice through graduation. Every module includes a personal introduction from Dr. Shumba, a teaching video, a two-voice audio discussion, and a guided activity to complete with your child.
Watch the Free Training First
Not ready to enroll yet? Start with the free masterclass to understand what has changed about computing careers in the AI era and what your family needs to know before making any major college decisions.
Watch the Free Masterclass →What the College Counselor Isn't Telling You About Computing Degrees in the AI Era
A free training from Dr. Rose Shumba — available to watch immediately on YouTube.
Watch for Free →Prefer to register in advance?
Register for the Next Session →I have spent my career helping students and families navigate computing and cybersecurity pathways.
After more than 20 years as a Computer Science professor, department chair, and former NSA/DHS Center of Academic Excellence director, I built these resources for the parents who needed this information most and had no clear way to get it.
- PhD in Computer Science, University of Birmingham
- Former Director, NSA & DHS Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense
- USM Elkins Professorship — mentoring and teaching
- Founder, The Tech Academy and Kudzai Edu Group
- 20+ years teaching students in computing programs
