What are the greatest inventions of humankind? In fact, it is quite hard to describe that in a sentence because there is a lot, among those, some of the inventions are influencing each and everyone, especially in the current scenario, yup, internet and software technologies. Software technologies are growing rapidly and there are more scopes in this field currently and in the future too. So here are the top 5 technologies to consider in 2022.
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Artificial intelligence(AI) is a branch of computer science that ensures intelligent and efficient machines that can perform various types of activities including mimicking some of the unique behavior of Human beings.
Most computer systems use a predetermined set of rules and instructions known as an algorithm to do a specific function. But when the concept of AI comes into the picture we are creating general intelligence to a machine by using some complex algorithmic technique. By the training of an AI model with the data, the machine starts to analyze the data which is provided in a given set of data. It creates the ability to self-learning and improves from its experience itself. This strategy is termed Machine Learning.
Cloud Computing
The purpose of Cloud Computing is to store, process, and manage different types of data in separate remote servers over the internet rather than using any local server or personal computer. The data processing speed and storage capability on a cloud server is much faster and higher than local servers so that data can be manipulated very easily. Moreover, some of the cloud providers also provide software services, for example, google sheets are cloud software that works exactly like the ordinary excel software without actually installing it in the system. It is believed that in the coming years most of the data is working on the cloud and it is possible to use all kinds of heavy software like high-end graphic games, video rendering software, etc without extreme hardware specification. Some of the best cloud providers are Amazon Web Service(AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud, etc.
Data science
Data science is the field of study of how data can be manipulated and used to solve different aspects of real-life problems to increase the overall profit mostly in business areas. Data scientists use lots of scientific, programming, and mathematical strategies to process the data and create valuable records and insights, it helps to identify the overall performance and progress of a company in the past and in the future too. Data science is related to Data mining, Big Data, Machine Learning, and so on, learning these methods is essential to get head into data science.
BlockChain
Blockchain is a decentralized and distributed technology like the internet that contains various data and information stored in a certain chain of blocks that can never be owned or controlled by any centralized authority. Blockchain technology ensures security, trust, and distribution of data. Each of the participants in the blockchain does have the records of the secured data and it is known as a ledger. But how security is being ensured when it is distributed among all? is it easy to tamper with the data? the simple answer is No because there we have Hashing algorithms. Hashing is the technique of converting a particular type of data into a certain form of bits called a hashed key. This key stores the hashed data that is almost impossible to retrieve back. So no one can change the information in the chain if they do so we can easily identify it.
Virtual & Augmented reality
Virtual reality and Augmented reality is the technology that is built using computer-generated simulations. Virtual reality is one of the computer-generated simulations in which a person using this technology can experience a different three-dimensional virtual world which is entirely different from the real-world scenarios. Currently, we are using VR headsets to generate realistic images, sounds, and sensations to increase the user experience. Some of the applications of virtual reality include video games, movies, animation cartoons, etc and it can be also applicable in visualized learning. On the other hand, Augmented reality is an interactive experience of the real world where the objects in the real world are enhanced by computer simulations. It is possible to embed virtual objects and detect real-life objects through a computer screen using AR and the virtual object that we created using AR is exactly looks like a real-life object in the real world. Some applications of augmented reality include design and modeling, entertainment purposes, classroom lectures, etc.
Conclusion:
All of the above technologies are growing day by day and there must be lots of opportunities in these areas in the coming years, Not only but IoT(Internet of Things), Quantum Computing, DevOps, Genetic Engineering, Robotic Process Automation(RPA), Cyber Security, etc are also included in emerging technologies. So concentrate on any of the technologies and start exploring.