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Early Engineering Interview Preparation Reviews
by Angineh Keshishian
Angineh Keshishian
Reviewed for : Early Engineering Interview Preparation
After completing my CS master’s degree, I faced significant challenges entering the software engineering job market. Despite my efforts, I struggled with technical interviews and couldn’t advance past the initial application stages. My background did not originally include computer science, and my academic focus did not cover the nuances of coding interviews, like those you find on LeetCode.Recognizing my gaps, I hesitantly joined IK’s early engineering program, which turned out to be a pivotal decision. The program, especially the live DSA sessions led by Omkar and the recorded content, were instrumental. Omkar’s deep understanding and clear explanations of data structures and algorithms made complex concepts accessible. Additionally, the mock interviews were invaluable; they not only improved my technical skills using C++ but also taught me how to articulate my thought process effectively during interviews.Sanjeev Qazi, in particular, played a crucial role in enhancing my interview techniques, while my Career Transformation Manager, Snehil Kaushik, provided exceptional guidance in optimizing my resume and honing my responses to behavioral questions.The comprehensive support from IK prepared me well for the job market, leading to multiple job offers, including one from Meta. I am immensely grateful for the growth in my problem-solving abilities and interviewing skills, all thanks to my experience at IK.With all these said, I want to emphasize that achieving these results requires considerable effort, almost akin to a full-time job. Joining IK doesn’t guarantee success on its own; it provides the resources and support needed, but it’s your hard work that will ultimately make you successful.
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