So I am in the final stretch of my AAS in IT web development/programming degree. and find myself in need of a new laptop. I need to be able to run the latest versions of Netbeans, Visual Studio, SQL Server Management Studio, SQL server, etc.... And probably loads of other stuff I don't know about just yet.
My budget is limited and I need to know what I should get that will last me at least a couple of years and be conducive to me actually getting a job in the field this summer. I already use a few different flash drives as well as own a 2TB usb external hard drive to store and back up files.
Can anyone suggest minimum specs on a laptop to get me goin?
I intend to get Windows 8 though I dread it. But I am assuming to be competitive in the field I need to be familiar with the latest and greatest software packages.
Plus I want to be able to play my skyrim and the new sim city and sims 3.
Also, what luck will I have in getting a job if my hair is royal blue? Just trying to find out if I should invest in a conservative wig as well.