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I guess one way around this for a student is to contribute to open source---that could get you an interview at those companies.


Sadly many students will ask - "give my code away? For free!?" This will also probably lead to "Heck, the code is free, let me copy it."

Also on the point of getting interviewed - most companies just want someone who can learn, and has good enough grades and a workable grasp of English. Once you pass the tests, you are sent to their training centers where they will teach you whatever skills you required. The Tata training campus and is course is considered to be the equivalent of a 2 year Comp Sci. education in India.

Having a good grasp of code, is not necessarily an asset to get you into those jobs.If you want to strike out on your own and jump ahead of the curve, then I can see the merits of the suggestion.




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