Must-Know College Tips for new Computer Science Students

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As a Computer Science fresher, maintaining a good CGPA(9+ preferably) is crucial for your academic and professional journey. A strong CGPA not only reflects your academic prowess but also significantly impacts your chances of landing internships, scholarships, and high-paying jobs.

While focusing on grades is important, don’t forget to develop practical skills, as they are equally essential in the tech world. Participating in coding competitions is one of the best ways to apply your knowledge, improve your problem-solving abilities, and build a standout resume.

Websites like LeetCode, HackerRank, Codeforces,and Devpost offer a lot of coding challenges and hackathons that can sharpen your skills and expose you to the global tech community. These platforms also provide a great opportunity to learn from others, collaborate on projects, and showcase your progress.

Enrol in courses avaliable on freeCodeCamp, Coursera, and Udemy or any other good platform.This can also help you master new technologies and earn certifications that will strengthen your resume.

Don’t underestimate the power of networkingattending tech meetups, conferences, and interacting with professors, seniors, and industry professionals will help you gain insights and mentorship.

Additionally, exploring platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed.These will provide you a very good tech community and many opportunities.

If you are someone who is in first/second year do apply for Google step internship.

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Tanushree Borase
Tanushree Borase

I am a college student and eager to share my knowledge and experiences with other fellow coders. Lets connect and enhance our Knowledge!!