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SDE @ Interra Systems | Open Source enthusiast | CSE | BIT MESRA'23

Hey folks, gather 'round, because I've got a story to tell that might just help you see things from a different angle. Back when I started at BIT Mesra, I saw a poster of a super-smart girl with a high GPA who'd scored a job at Microsoft. I made a promise to my mom, right there, that I'd do the same someday. Fast forward to my final semester, and I'd actually achieved that 9+ GPA and landed a spot on Microsoft's interview list. It felt like a dream come true. I was on top of the world. However, life had a twist in store. I had my final round interview with Microsoft, and I felt pretty good about it. But when the results came, it turned out my two buddies got job offers from Microsoft, and I didn't. It was a tough pill to swallow, and it hit me hard. Here's the simple truth, though. It's okay to face disappointments, even if it doesn't feel like it at first. Feelings come and go like seasons. What matters is how you keep pushing yourself to grow. The message is straightforward: Keep working on yourself, keep learning, and you'll find success, maybe in a different company or a different role. Trust me, life has a way of sorting things out, and one day, all those old feelings won't matter much at all. I know times are tough right now, but just remember to focus on improving your skills, and one day, it'll all make sense.

Ananya Agarwal

Software Development Engineer@Autodesk | BIT Mesra CSE'23

1y

A beautiful perspective towards dreams not coming true but still moving forward with a bang Akshima Ghai 🫶👏

Onkar ojha

SDE-1 (Backend) @ JIO Platforms || GoLang || Node Js || Java || Linux

1y

I have seen you during this phase Akshima and I can relate how these things impact us but still we don't close all doors We should always keep on trying for that one last chance ❤

Atul Singh

Senior Engineering Manager at Adobe

1y

Really great to see the realization and perspective so early. Keep going.

Komal Dewnani

Software Engineer @ Microsoft | vGHC'21 Student Scholar | Harvard WECode'22 Scholar | Android Study Jams Facilitator | CSI Head Co-ordinator | CSE Undergrad

1y

Well said Akshima Ghai 👏

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