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#RI-6a7aa64f·about 2 months ago·
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Lookback: 4 years after starting

Spent 4 years grinding DSA

Struggled to get hired despite strong coding profile

What I wish I knew
"Prioritized project building and internships"
If I could tell you one thing
"Balance DSA with other skills"
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10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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