🚀 Insights from Headstarter Tour LA: Breaking into the Top 1% of CS Students I recently attended the Headstarter Tour LA event and gained invaluable insights from industry leaders. Here's a glimpse of what I learned: At the event, professionals like Sajjaad Khader, Azra Zahin, and Bashiri Smith highlighted key strategies for success: - LinkedIn Presence is Crucial: Consistently post your projects to catch the eye of recruiters. - Networking is Key: Build connections as they are as important as your technical knowledge. (Nothing beats talking to people in real life at a networking event) - Stand Out in Non-Tech Clubs: Join diverse clubs and create tech solutions for impactful resume metrics. (You have more impact at non-tech clubs implementing technical solutions) - Continuous Learning: Emphasize learning beyond academia using platforms like Scrimba and Codecademy. Rian Corcino⚡ shared insights on effective presentation and networking strategies: - Hackathon Presentation Framework: Structure your presentations using the "Why, What, How" order. - "Never Eat Lunch Alone": Utilize every opportunity to connect with people. Remember, each opportunity counts in your journey to success! A shoutout to Edward Lee, Nathan G., and Yasin Ehsan 🚀, the founder of Headstarter, for their valuable contributions at the event! Stay tuned for more insights and connections from upcoming events! Skylar Shi Reporting... #TechCareers #CSStudents #NetworkingTips #HeadstarterTourLA
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Thanks for sharing
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3moWow! So insightful Skylar! Keep up the great work👏👏👏