Welcome to CookedCompSci.com, where dreams of six-figure salaries meet the harsh reality of compiler errors and impossible LeetCode problems.

I'm JeanMarie Kiiza, a freshman at UB, and—just like many of you—I once believed the hype. I thought majoring in Computer Science meant an automatic ticket to a Tesla, a penthouse, and early retirement at 25. Instead, I found myself drowning in algorithms, debugging nightmares, and questioning my life choices at 3 AM.

Turns out, not everyone makes it through unscathed… and that's okay.

CookedCompSci.com is for anyone who started the CS journey but now finds themselves second-guessing it. Whether you're struggling, reconsidering your path, or just curious about other options, this site is here to help you explore careers that actually fit—not just what the tech industry hypes up.

And to those who did make it—who graduated, landed jobs, and survived the grind—I humbly invite you to share your stories. What obstacles did you face? How did you push through? Your wisdom can help the next wave of students navigate this wild industry.

We're all in this together. Whether you're pivoting to a new career or climbing the tech ladder, let's figure it out—without getting cooked.

Your GPA doesn't define your future. While technical skills matter, the real world runs on relationships, communication, and confidence. That's why this platform isn't just about exploring career paths—it's also about building your social skills. Because let's face it: a brilliant mind means little if no one hears you.

Whether it's networking, interviews, or just learning to talk about your work, we've got your back.

We'll even host some fun, social skill-building events in Capen or somewhere on campus—think networking, but without the awkwardness of career fairs where everyone's pretending to be an AI expert.

Founder & Support Crew

JeanMarie Kiiza

Founder & Developer

"Ask those who know if you do not know."

Ashfak Bin Razzak

Content Strategist

"Acquire knowledge, and learn tranquility and dignity"

Abdulla Amjad Ramzan

UX Advisor

"The world is too vast to carry every weight - and too vast not to chase what you desire"

Machias Balazdeh

Technical Advisor

"Computer science is a canvas for creativity—anyone can learn and create with passion."