Science, as a whole, is focused on gathering knowledge through a defined method and set of experiments. The ultimate goal is to learn new things and share them for the greater good.

Engineering is focused on applying knowledge to solve well defined problems. This is achieved by following codes and guidelines set forth by years of experience and sharing of solutions.

Computer science, in the form of commercial software development, does not follow either of these models. New knowledge and innovations are patented. Experience and amazing solutions are hidden behind non-competence and non-disclosure agreements.

Why does the illusion of Computer Science live on? More importantly, why isn’t it maturing like other science and engineering fields?