The best SOP for MS in Computer Science from the USA

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

In this current era of digitization or the digital revolution, the significance of Computer Science Education is massive. Every aspect of human progress is related to computer aided-design, information technology, digital resources, so on and forth. Every form of business, either newly emerging or already established ones, are constantly on the look-out for IT professionals who can provide an edge in decision-making processes, during a time of rampantly stiff competition. Data Analytics and Information Sharing are of utmost priority. With such keen aspects in mind, I intend to devote myself in the field of Computer Science Education and contribute to the discipline/field with innovative solutions. I also intend to stress upon specific areas, like Cyber Security, AI and Data Analytics.

Firstly, I completed my graduation in CSE (Computer Science and Engineering), after which I proceeded to learn more, with additional diploma courses and projects. I participated in a two-day workshop on Android Application and received a formal certification on Interactive Programming in Python from Coursera. Other certifications I received from Coursera are in Network security and Database Vulnerabilities, Deep learning AI TensorFlow Developer. I have also been a part of projects where I was able to apply and test my knowledge-base inherited from academic pursuits within practical environments. The projects will be discussed underneath. In summary, my experiences have well-equipped me to pursue higher education in Computer Science Education, and with the growing expansion/recognition in the field, it is only evident that I proceed to establish a productive career in the aforementioned discipline.

The USA is the country where it all began, where the inception of a grand revolution took place. The vastness of opportunities in Computer Science became widely acknowledged, with the emergence of tech giants, such as Apple, Microsoft, Google and more. Social Media Networks became a global sensation too, a massive phenomenon that brought distances closer and innovated the realm of convenience for users world-wide. The USA, undoubtedly, holds the torch of progress in Computer Science Education and development, which is why I prefer the country as the best place to indulge in higher studies regarding the same. Furthermore, my exposure towards such international standards of education will hone my capabilities to its utmost potential. This may not necessarily take place if I choose to study back here (in my home country).

I always wanted to avail the privilege of pursuing higher studies in countries or universities with globally recognized and acknowledged educational standards. This particular university has sufficed my curiosity, whilst I researched about educational facilities in different parts of the world. Furthermore, I got to know from the alumni itself, through email contacts, about certain educational facilities or provisions that are unique to the discipline, ones that aren’t provided commonly everywhere. So, with the allowance of exclusive facilities and global recognition, I would feel infinitely honored to be a part of the department’s endeavors.

During my undergraduate studies, I did a project on Deep Learning-based Iris Segmentation through the UNet Interactive Model. The objective was to design reliable approaches for automated biometric identification, and important for security and authentication systems. So, the thesis work explores a possible implementation of Iris segmentation using an interactive variant of UNet. I did another project on Face Mask Detection using Python, Opencv, TensorFlow and Keras. The test of my practical programming knowledge turned out to be quite fruitful. The project’s primary objective was to implement a particular system at the entrance-gates of colleges, airports, hospitals, and offices, where the probabilities of COVID-19 outbreaks through contagion were relatively higher. A data set was used to build the face mask detector using python, opencv, TensorFlow and Keras. The indulgence in such projects, along with my academics and diploma courses has truly provided me with an efficient knowledge-base and skill-set that would inevitably lead me ahead in the discipline of Computer Science.

Apart from the projects that I was part of I recently got placed in companies like WIPRO, TCS and DXC, all of which were focused on hiring IT professionals who could meet the respective company’s requirements. I have the experience of formulating predictive models using data-sets, for which the company’s preference upon me seemed somewhat higher. I have some athletic experience as a cricket player and I share a keen interest in gaming too. I have worked with teams to organize festivals/events at college, where collective effort and on-field duties granted me the profound experience of indulging in active work environments.

I have inherited community-based experience during my time working alongside groups/teams in both cricket and college events. The essence of teamwork and collective effort were well-taught. I also came to the conclusion that within professional work environments, even if things are rampantly fast-paced, a collective indulgence would suffice the limitation of time. In short, either leadership or community-building, to form an organization requires stiff management and an open-minded sense of self, all of which I have inherited from specified instances/experiences.

I value the essence of teamwork, over individual practice. Of course, individual exploration is highly necessary and must be undertaken. When such solo efforts get united, a variety of interpretations would arise, hence leading to a conclusion much more profound than what could hitherto be realized alone. In this sense, my value-base holds the power of knowledge as supreme in unison, rather than secluded in secrecy. With such a presence of mind, I intend to proceed ahead in my academic journey with an open-mind, accept criticisms, contribute my learning and be transparent about anything/everything that is to be learned or taught, in unison with others.

Data Analytics, Information Sharing and Cyber Security have become high-end priorities in the field of Computer Science, due to the breach or invasion of privacy. With such regards, I wish to establish a career in Computer Science Education and address such issues to make the digital space a safer one for users. We live in a time where innovation and progress stands firmly upon the platform of digitization. So, if such a world is made unsafe, it would hinder the pace of progress, wherein individuals like me must stand up and tackle prevalent issues that are at hand.

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