I was going through something similar in my first year and it's a discussion I've had multiple times with myself and others (studying software myself).

So first off, you don't like the course you're taking? Yea well it's not all butter & sugar, but if there is something else you feel passionate about at the moment, I think you should present your passions to your family and try and look into your options. Consult your academic adviser and discuss your situation.

If you can't find/think of anything else that you'd rather be studying (the problem I had), then stick with what you've got now. You've already invested the time. BUUUT IT IS ESSENTIAL to remember what you study in school is NOT what your career will be.

School is there to give you some tools. It's up to you to decide how to use them. Think of all the English majors out there, they're not all becoming writers (some even work in Q&A). Especially in technology, the field is expanding to so many fields, social tech, sciences, art, and fields we don't even know about yet. You have a lot of options, look around your college for any options you can take or side courses that sound appealing to you.

I know it's tough to grit your teeth together and head to class, but just remember, your career is YOUR DECISION. You choose the jobs you apply for, college is just there to help you out for the skills.

Most people spend around 30 years working (or start your own company and retire early!), and just look at your life so far, how many times has it changed? 30 years, you'll find new interests, try them out, use your skills that you've acquired and apply them in new ways.

Just remember, life is the adventure you choose. I hope this helps you out, best of luck.