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Ask Slashdot - Careers In Computer Science That Keep You Physically Active?

First time accepted submitter ozzyoli writes "I love computer science (IT not so much) but I despise the thought of being stuck behind a desk for the rest of my life. Are there any career paths that would suit a computer scientist who likes to be physically active and on his feet a lot?"

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  1. I'm plenty active.... by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 4, Funny

    I keep my computer running 24 hours a day.

    1. Re:I'm plenty active.... by rullywowr · · Score: 5, Funny
      Computer Science careers already have plenty physical activity...

      For example:

      Jumping to conclusions, flying off the handle, throwing your colleagues under the bus, and knifing your boss in the back.

  2. Microsoft by qbast · · Score: 5, Funny

    Work for Microsoft and advance up to CEO position. Then throwing chairs will be one of your more important job responsibilities.

  3. Re:Gym ball by wiwa · · Score: 4, Funny

    I did this for several months a few years ago, until one day when I was sitting at my desk I heard what sounded like a muffled gunshot, and suddenly found myself sitting on the floor with a very sore arse. The great thing about chairs is that they don't burst.