I am a Software Development Engineer at Amazon and a 2025 B.Tech graduate in CSE. I have previously worked as an SDE Intern at Amazon and as a System Engineer Trainee at Infosys. I have also been a mentee at HyperVerge Academy, where I further developed my technical and problem-solving skills. I come from a Tier-3 college, and I know firsthand what it feels like to start your career without having everything figured out. You may not have the same resources, guidance, exposure, or opportunities as someone from a top-tier college - but I strongly believe your college name does not have to define your career. My own journey taught me that consistent learning, the right guidance, strong fundamentals, and taking opportunities seriously can create a path forward. From being a student figuring out what to learn, to preparing for placements and interviews, to getting an internship at Amazon and eventually working as an SDE-1, I’ve experienced many of the challenges that students face today. That is one of the reasons I enjoy helping students and early-career developers. I want to make the journey a little less confusing for someone who may be where I once was. Through my 1:1 sessions, I help students with: * DSA and problem-solving * Interview preparation and mock interviews * Resume improvement and review * Placement preparation * Choosing the right projects and technologies * Creating a practical learning roadmap * Career and technology guidance * Improving technical and communication skills * Becoming more confident and interview-ready I believe you don't need to have everything figured out on day 1. You just need to start, stay consistent, learn from your mistakes, and keep moving forward. Whether you are from a Tier-2/Tier-3 college, preparing for placements, looking for your first internship, struggling with DSA, or simply confused about where to start - you can always begin from where you are. **Technical Skills:** Java, Python, JavaScript, SQL, AWS, React, GraphQL, Microservices, REST APIs, DynamoDB, SQS, Lambda, CloudWatch, S3, IAM, CloudFormation, DSA & Problem Solving. **Experience:** SDE-1 @ Amazon | SDE Intern @ Amazon | System Engineer Trainee @ Infosys **Mentorship:** Mentee @ HyperVerge Academy I’m here to share what I’ve learned, help you avoid some of the mistakes I made, and hopefully make your journey into software engineering a little clearer🚀