There are a ton of paid open-source programs in which you get to learn from experts, grow your skills, network and get paid as well.
Instead of doing unpaid internships, you can get a lot more value from these programs.
In this thread, I will share a few of these programs.
β‘οΈ Reinforcement Learning Open Source Fest by Microsoft
The Reinforcement Learning (RL) Open Source Fest is a global online program focused on introducing students to open-source reinforcement learning programs and development
Being from a tier-3 college, I thought getting amazing packages was only for IITians. I thought only people who work at FAANG India for 2-3 years get to move to such opportunities. But I was wrong. I achieved these things during college itself, and I owe it to open source.
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Do you need a high following to achieve this? No! I got these roles before I started my YouTube channel. So glad I did not waste time doing competitive programming. Go remote. It will change your life. Nothing is impossible if you have the passion & always look for facts.
Indian students often ask me, how to get a job in tech after your degree, B-tech vs BCA, & more. In this thread I have categorised opportunities after college in India into levels. Taking into consideration the prerequisites, perks, pros & cons for each.
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Level 0: Mass recruiters
Prerequisites: Basic DSA, easily on-campus of any college
Pros:
- easy to get into
Cons:
- less pay
- bad work life balance
- less growth
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Level 1: FAANGM India
Prerequisites: LeetCode mostly + SD, OS, etc.
Pros:
- easy to prepare
- opportunity to create YouTube channel
Cons:
- might discriminate with degree
- average pay & work-life balance