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#RI-6a0e9356·8 months ago·
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“Pivot to product companies as software engineer”

I got placed at a service company but want to break into product companies

What I wish I knew
"I should have focused on internships and relevant projects"
If I could tell you one thing
"Highlight relevant projects and be honest on resume"
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