Why is there value in learning to use software in this course that you may not ever use again?

The experience of experimenting with new things will make you more comfortable with having to learn new things in future settings.

You will be able to put all of these new programs on your resume, increasing the odds of landing your first job in industry.

Most computer programs share an underlying architecture that can be leveraged regardless of the specific software being used.

Trick question. You will most definitely use all of the software we cover in this course regardless of your major or career path.