u/black_panda__

I'm entering my 4th year of B.Tech and preparing for placements.
so apart from DSA, Aptitude, OS, DBMS, Computer Networks, OOP/OOPS

what else should I focus on to maximize my chances for campus placements?
Should I be learning a tech stack before placements, or is DSA + CS fundamentals enough?

Which tech stack is most useful for SDE roles these days?
MERN, Spring Boot (Java). Django/FastAPI (Python), .NET , or Something else?

Is having one full stack project on resume mandatory?

What skills do interviewers actually ask freshers about besides DSA and core CS?

I want to learn backtracking in Python, but I'm finding it really hard to understand the thought process behind it.

I tried watching Aditya Verma's backtracking playlist, but it's in C++, and I keep getting distracted trying to translate the code into Python instead of understanding the actual algorithm.

Can anyone recommend good Python-specific resources (YouTube channels, playlists, articles, or courses) that explain backtracking from the basics? Also, if there's a particular approach or pattern that helped to solve backtracking problems

I want to learn backtracking in Python, but I'm finding it really hard to understand the thought process behind it.

I tried watching Aditya Verma's backtracking playlist, but it's in C++, and I keep getting distracted trying to translate the code into Python instead of understanding the actual algorithm.

Can anyone recommend good Python-specific resources (YouTube channels, playlists, articles, or courses) that explain backtracking from the basics? Also, if there's a particular approach or pattern that helped to solve backtracking problems

my_qualifications: B.Tech student, currently in my 7th semester with an 8.5 CGPA.
I haven't done any internships or published any research papers, and until now I honestly haven't given much thought to pursuing an MS abroad.

I'm starting to explore the idea now, but I'm worried that I may have started too late. Is it still realistic to prepare for the GRE, TOEFL/IELTS, build a competitive profile, and apply for MS programs?

For those who were in a similar situation:

Did you start planning this late?
How did you strengthen your profile without internships or publications?
Would you recommend applying right after graduation, or working for 1–2 years first and then applying?
I'd really appreciate any advice or experiences.
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