India produces the world's largest number of Computer Science students (2.15 lakh) each year, and there are multiple reports to indicate that over 80% of these graduates have skill gaps. Some reports indicate that CS students in the US (around 65000 per year) are much ahead of their Indian counterparts in their ability to use their technical skills in a real-life environment.
On the opportunity side, there is a rapid increase in jobs in software product development due to tech disruption in most industries. These tech companies look for real experiences and a strong work portfolio in the profiles of their prospective engineers while hiring. But the opportunities for engineering students to get real experience and build a portfolio are very few and dispersed.
That's precisely what Crio is solving.
Crio is a unique experiential learning platform, where developers "Learn by doing" and not by just listening/watching videos or lectures and answering questions. The users build real products in a structured fashion through Crio Micro-Experiences whilst learning key software tools, concepts, and frameworks. They learn to handle scenarios faced by engineers working on live products by taking the avatar of an engineer in a real tech company.
Learning core programming concepts like data structures and algorithms is essential, and the ability to code is crucial. You can learn frameworks like React and Node.js or dive into Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, learning popular libraries like Python's scikit-learn and Tensorflow. With these skills, you will be able to make impactful changes and become an in-demand developer in the world of software.
If you want a solid career path as a software engineer, take the time to create a career roadmap by gaining hands-on experience with tools such as Selenium, Springboot and Python to confidently tackle interview questions and shine in your next tech interview. Interview questions and job postings may ask you about various aspects of automation, data structures, and algorithms. Take some time to go through a thorough coding syllabus to equip yourself with the necessary knowledge to thrive in your chosen career.
With strong programming skills, an impressive portfolio of projects, and a strategic career roadmap you will be able to navigate through today’s technical landscape and unlock rewarding opportunities in the tech industry.
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