College Placement Success Roadmap: Yearwise Resources & Steps
1st Year: Build Strong Foundations
Goal: Understand basics of computer science and web development
Resources:
● W3SchoolsW3Schools
● CS50 - HarvardCS50 - Harvard
● Khan AcademyKhan Academy
Links:
https://www.w3schools.com/
https://pll.harvard.edu/course/cs50-introd
uction-computer-science
https://www.khanacademy.org/
Steps:
1. Learn HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript
2. Watch CS50 lectures weekly and complete assignments
3. Practice problem-solving on Khan Academy
4. Explore different CS fields (web dev, AI, etc.) to find your interest
2nd Year: Dive Into DSA and Competitive Programming
Goal: Strengthen problem-solving and learn core programming concepts
Resources:
● GeeksforGeeks Courses
● HackerRank
● CodeChef
● Knowledge Gate (YouTube)
● InternshalaInternshala
● TPointTech Java Tutorials
Links:
https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/courses
https://www.hackerrank.com/
https://www.codechef.com/
https://youtube.com/@knowledgegate_kg?si=F-NPut
LGzGCu3LF4
https://internshala.com/
https://www.tpointtech.com/java-tutorial
Steps:
5. Complete DSA courses on GeeksforGeeks
6. Start solving 1-2 problems daily on HackerRank/CodeChef
7. Watch Knowledge Gate for CS subject clarity
8. Create a resume and apply for internships on Internshala
9. Learn Java or any preferred language deeply
3rd Year: Focus on Projects, Internships & Interview Prep
Goal: Gain practical experience and prepare for coding interviews
Resources:
● LinkedIn
● Codeforces
● LeetCode
● GitHub
● Stack Overflow
● IndiaBix
● FacePrep
● Pramp
Links:
https://in.linkedin.com/
https://codeforces.com/
https://leetcode.com/
https://github.com/
https://stackoverflow.com/
questions
https://www.indiabix.com/
https://faceprep.in/
Steps:
10.Build 2-3 solid projects and upload them to GitHub
11.Solve LeetCode questions daily (focus on blind75/striver list)
12.Participate in Codeforces contests
13.Network with professionals on LinkedIn
14.Practice mock interviews on Pramp
15.Start applying for summer internships
4th Year: Final Placement Preparation
Goal: Crack top tech company placements and secure a job
Resources:
● Naukri
● Instahyre
● Unstop
● LinkedIn Careers
Links:
https://www.naukri.com/
https://www.instahyre.c
om/
https://unstop.com/
https://careers.linkedin.
com/
https://faceprep.in/
https://www.pramp.com/
Steps:
16.Finalize your resume with project and internship experience
17.Apply daily to jobs on Naukri and Instahyre
18.Participate in Unstop challenges to gain visibility
19.Reach out to recruiters on LinkedIn
20.Revise DSA, DBMS, OS, OOPs for interviews
21.Appear for mock interviews and HR prep
Tip: Consistency > Perfection. Focus on daily improvement.
