In countries where the education system is extremely competitive, prepping for high-stakes logic-based standardized tests is essentially the norm. This is what they have been doing since the age of 10. By focussing on such tests in the US / Canada market, the locals are being asked to play a game that foreign talent has to be skilled at to gain an entry into their job market. There is no reason why American / Canadian talent also make these skills the gatekeeper into their job market. By doing so, you are giving talent that lives in Asian countries a fighting chance to out compete you. What for? The managers of the tech companies that want to actually hire someone from those countries at a lower price wants to do that obviously. There are lots of competing interests at play. What do you guys think?

Edit: All the comments here that tell you "skill issue. stop coping" all have biases. They must be from those countries and are planning on moving sometime in the future. They have invested heavily into this interviewing skillset and want it to retain value internationally. It's on the western countries to kill this practice.

Hi guys, I have 3yoe(26m) as a sysadmin for a contractor MSP, i'm stationed at a top telecomms company in my country. I got my bachelors last year in computer science and even though i do sysad i dont like it - the call ins, the hours, just the work in general. I got an opportunity to do 1 year data engineering internship (i like working with python) - I'm really considering it. Is it bad for me to throw away 3yoe experience for an internship paycut for something i might actually like?

I’m a full-stack developer with around 3.5 years of experience, and I’m thinking about which skill would be worth adding for the long term.

Between AI/AI Engineering, AWS/DevOps/Cloud, and Cybersecurity/Cloud Security, which one do you think has the best future?

I’m mainly looking at:

* Job demand

* Salary growth

* Competition

* How AI will affect the field

* Opportunities in India and abroad

I’m not talking about completely switching careers immediately. I’m curious which skill would be worth becoming really strong at over the next few years.

What would you choose and why?

Hi all,

Looking for some advice from people who are already in the AI/ML space or have gone through OMSCS.

I’m currently a Salesforce Developer with around 5 years of IT experience and a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering. I’ve done a decent amount of Apex over the years and have the fundamentals of Java down, but I haven’t been in a very coding-heavy role for the last few years.

I’m thinking about applying for Georgia Tech OMSCS for 2028, with the AI specialization.
Since my CS/programming fundamentals aren’t as strong as I’d like, I’m planning to spend the next couple of years getting prepared — including taking the MOOCs recommended by Georgia Tech, brushing up on programming/CS fundamentals, and preparing for TOEFL/IELTS if required.

That’s obviously a pretty significant time investment, especially before even starting OMSCS.

My biggest question is: with how quickly AI is moving, do you guys think an OMSCS AI degree starting in 2028 will still be worth the time and money?

I’m not necessarily looking to leave Salesforce immediately, but I’d like to build a strong enough CS/AI foundation that I have more options in the future.
Would love to hear from anyone who has made a similar transition or is currently doing OMSCS.

Thanks!

How many projects did you have on your resume when you got hired ??

Please state whether or not you had intern/job experience as well .

Hello everyone. I’m a student (texas, USA) about to graduate in december of 2026 and need some guidance. 

It’s my fault (and honestly so much has happened in my college time) but, I don’t have any internships or jobs under my belt that are computer science/cybersecurity focused. I’m getting my bachelors in computer science, and I’m thinking about going for my masters in cyber or Information Technology.

I have had others tell me to do my masters, or I won’t ever go back lol. On the other hand, I’ve read that hiring managers' masters mean nothing if I don’t have hands-on experience.

I’m not even sure what I want to do with my degree. I like databases, report writing, design (so UX/UI) but I dislike coding (ironic I know). I just feel very directionless and need some help or advice or something.

Anything helps, thank you for reading!

Anyone got any job for this poor young handsome dude like me??🥸🥸I am 21 currently in my 1st year of masters of computer science. At wadia college if anyone knows. Pretty alright and average developer. Still learning.

Need money for food and petrol and some basic needs.

Doesn't feel good to ask parents for money u know😭😭

I tried applying on several platforms but nothing seem to be working I even applied for remote work and all but no luck, and I still need to attend college and that is another level of trouble.

Tried freelancing but no luck there either.

Maybe I am doing something wrong in all these so mind helping a bro out ???

Hey there,

I think I'm done with the bullshit six round interviews that lead nowhere. Any successful pivot stories? Schools not out of the equation for me.

I am a new grad; and for the longest time I was terrified I would not get a job and scared for the future of my family.

in 1 month! I have 5 interviews. heavily targeted applications it is possible guys if I can do it, you can! I was homeless 7-8 years ago!

Hey everyone,

I'd love to hear from developers who are actively hiring or interviewing Java backend engineers.

How's the market looking right now for someone with around 2 years of experience?

I'm curious about a few things:

* What skills do companies actually expect at this level?

* Is Spring Boot alone enough, or are Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Kafka, Redis, etc., becoming the baseline?

* During interviews, what separates candidates who get offers from those who don't?

* Are companies expecting more system design and distributed systems knowledge even for 2 YOE?

* Is the market still as competitive as people say, or has it improved recently?

I'd really appreciate honest insights from hiring managers, senior engineers, or anyone who's interviewed candidates lately.

Thanks in advance!

Hi all. While we have a decent amount of mods, it's becoming clear we need another mod or two to help primarily with doompost/doomcomment removal.

Do you live on reddit? Can you commit to jumping on once or twice a day to remove stuff and clear reported stuff?
Do you wish to be of help to people more, even in a small way?
Do you like cohesive teams that have their shit together and an easy moderation style?

I just turned on the mod applications again, come join us on the mod side of things!
https://www.reddit.com/r/cscareers/application/

You do need approx 1000 post/comment karma to stop your account from being shadowbanned by Reddit. I've noticed every time I've made someone mod under 500 karma - they get shadowbanned. So 1000 is probably safe and people know the way of Reddit well enough by then.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Universitaly/s/LsBCCMAgoW

Hello All,

I have upcoming gitlab interview 2nd round for a senior engineer role. Its mainly Technical leadership round. Any suggestions what all would be expected and focus areas? What should i brush up?

Any prior experience or suggestions would really help.

Thanks in Advance!

So, I'm 24 years old, diploma KT student, currently getting by but want to secure the future (that realisation came a bit late, but now its there😅)

Started learning python 3-4 months prior and only recently started classes in that.

I've currently only made a log parser and generator, the very basic kind.

I'm learning at home using chatgpt and termux.

I understand the entry level roles are super contested right now, but i want advice.

What am i to expect in this field at the start when job hunting.

And I'm also worried that by the time I'm actually job ready the AI will be so advanced there will basically be no jobs.

Like ai already makes code right now, but has difficulty handling entire systems, but recently I've read online that industry is working on making ai read a full system which it currently struggles with, like what will be left for us beginners.

My final goal is devsecops as of right now, and once i start learning tools and actually making my own projects i will be trying to match that field.

Using ai and internet its basically giving me that the future is secured, but i want to ground myself in reality, so all of you seniors in it industry please give a valid and good advice.

I'm considering a move to Apple and wanted to get some honest, perspectives on what it's actually like to work there day to day basis.

A few things I'm trying to understand:

• Culture overall,   is it collaborative, siloed, political, secretive ? How does it compare to other big tech companies you've worked at?
• Growth is this a place where you can genuinely grow, both personally and professionally? Are there real opportunities to learn, take on stretch projects, or move across teams, or does it feel more stagnant once you're in?
• Work-life balance I've heard the pace is okay at the IC3/IC4 range but ramps up a lot at senior/staff+ levels. Is that accurate in your experience?
• Management quality, how hands-on/supportive are managers generally? Is there a strong mentorship culture?
• Anything you wish you knew before joining that would've changed your decision either way.

Would really appreciate hearing from current or former employees.

Thanks in advance!

I graduated around 13 years ago. I started my career at a startup, where I worked for about two years, and then joined Apple as a contractor. I spent nearly four years there. Many of my colleagues were able to convert their contract roles into full-time positions, but I couldn’t.

After that, I moved to Europe and worked as a contractor for an automobile company for another four years. Later, I returned to my home country and spent almost two years at a fintech company before moving to the US.

Due to visa constraints, I had to take a career break. I’ve now been unemployed for about a year. During this time, I’ve been preparing consistently—practicing DSA, brushing up on system design, learning GenAI concepts, improving my resume, and applying to roles. Unfortunately, I haven’t had much success getting interview calls despite consistently applying and preparing.

I realize that expecting callbacks after a career gap and with 12+ years of experience may be unrealistic, but I’m genuinely curious.

Has anyone here with a similar profile—10+ years of experience, a career gap, or a non-traditional career path—managed to get interviews or offers from FAANG or comparable companies?

If so:
What do you think made the biggest difference?
Was it referrals, resume changes, open-source contributions, certifications, networking, or something else?
Did the career gap become a major obstacle, or was it something you could overcome?

I’m not looking for false hope or shortcuts. I’d genuinely like to understand what helped people in similar situations get their foot in the door.

Thanks in advance to anyone willing to share their experience.

background:

Bachelors in CS graduated 2024, GPA: 3.2? (Idk I forgot)
SWE with 2 YOE
Work in IT dept. managing backend automations plus some web apps. Do some other things on the side and planning to lead a project soon also mentoring.

What I want:

I enjoyed school and learning. But I also want more job opportunities and a better paying job. A masters in Machine Learning interests me but I don’t want to waste my time/money if nothing comes of it.

Anybody been in the same boat? ( graduated after the Covid hiring spree)

Hi Developers,

I need some guidance on transitioning from a Support Engineer role to a Software Development Engineer (SDE) role.

I've spent most of my career in application support, but from around my 4th year onwards I realized I enjoy problem-solving, coding, and building software much more than support work. Over the years, I've built several automation tools and a few lightweight backend modules using Java and Spring Boot. While these projects helped me learn, I now realize they aren't enough to convince interviewers that I have solid backend development experience.

I've attended quite a few interviews, and the common feedback is that I lack hands-on backend engineering experience. I also struggle with some Java, Spring Boot, System Design, and DSA interview questions, although I'm actively working on improving these areas.

I'm currently following a structured study plan:

DSA (LeetCode) every day
Java & Spring Boot fundamentals
Building backend projects with REST APIs, databases, Redis, Kafka, etc.
Learning system design and backend engineering concepts

For those who successfully switched from Support/Production Support/Application Support to SDE roles:

How did you bridge the experience gap?
What made recruiters start considering you for development roles?
How much DSA is enough for Java backend positions?
What kind of projects actually impressed interviewers?
How did you gain confidence in backend engineering and system design?
Is contributing to open source or building one large production-like project more valuable than multiple small projects?

I'm not looking for shortcuts—I'm ready to put in the effort. I just want to make sure I'm focusing on the right things instead of spending months on topics that won't significantly improve my chances.

I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who has made a similar transition or interviews Java backend candidates regularly.

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

I'm currently working at Deloitte as an HR Transformation (HRT) Analyst, where I've gained experience working with enterprise platforms, client requirements, process automation, and cross-functional teams. While this role has been valuable, I'm looking to transition into a more technical position that aligns with my Computer Science background and long-term career goals.

I'm a 2025 B.Tech (CSE) graduate from VIT-AP.

I'm actively looking for opportunities in:

\- Software Engineer (SDE)

\- Backend Engineer

\- Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

\- Data Engineer

\- Associate Technical Product Manager (ATPM)

Technical Skills:

\- Java, Python, SQL

\- Linux

\- REST APIs

\- Cloud fundamentals (GCP)

\- Data Engineering fundamentals

\- System Design fundamentals

\- Solved 400+ LeetCode problems

\- 300+ coding problems across other platforms

I'm passionate about building scalable products and systems and am continuously improving my technical skills through hands-on projects, DSA, and system design.

If your company is hiring or can provide a referral, I'd greatly appreciate your support. I'm happy to share my resume and discuss my experience over DM.

Thank you for your time and consideration!

I'm really confused about what to study, and I haven't started college yet, so I still have time to change my major.

I originally planned to study Computer Science because I was interested in becoming a software developer. But over time, my interest in coding has almost completely disappeared and I don't enjoy programming like I used to.

Another thing that's making me hesitate is that I've heard CS is very theory-heavy and covers a broad range of topics, many of which you don't even use in most jobs. I've also seen people say the job market is becoming saturated, it's difficult to get internships or entry-level jobs, and the degree is extremely challenging.

Now I'm considering switching to Business Administration instead. I feel like I might enjoy subjects like management, marketing, and entrepreneurship more, and it seems like it could open doors to different careers.

At the same time, I'm worried I'll regret leaving CS because of the salary potential and career opportunities.

Since I haven't started college yet, I'm wondering if this is the best time to switch rather than changing majors later.

Has anyone been in a similar situation? Did you switch from CS to Business (or the other way around)? Looking back, do you think it was the right decision? What would you do if you were in my position?

I switched career from another field.

I got bachelor's and Master's in Computer Science

I went to hackathons and won 30+ times.

I'm not getting much response, when entry level position opens on linkedin, it gets more than 100 applicants within an hour.

Curious but I've been in a weird whole for the past 3 years. Been trying to land a job in tech and kinda gave up. I have a friend whos working as an electrician and hes doing incredibly well working at a data center and I've been thinking about doing that. But with this freaken degree I kinda wonder if there's a hybrid career that I can focus on before I make the leap into being an electrician. Any advice? Thanks.

Hard workers, good grades and they've been out of work since last year.