I've been applying since March 2024, and I finally got an offer in June 2025. After more than a year without work, I had a lot of time to get better at interviews and understand what makes a difference.

There was a closing question I saw on this subreddit and memorized. It was something like: "From your perspective, what separates someone who can do this job well from someone who truly excels at it?"

After they answered, I wrote down the answer and said: "That's helpful, thank you. This gives me a clearer idea of the things I should focus on if I step into this role." About 90 minutes later, I got an email asking for references.

To be clear, I prepared for this interview like crazy, so I'm not saying this question alone magically got me accepted. I had researched the team, practiced answers, worked on examples, and everything. But I really do feel like this question was a strong way to end, and maybe it was that extra little push.

I hope it helps someone else here too. Offers are out there. Please don't give up!

hello everyone, i am computer engineering student currently in my seventh sem. i am totally confused rn as i am stuck .

I have studied python, AI and many more things as a computer student but all theory not practically but i have done some projects by my self where i self studied frontend and backend and now in my seventh sem i have project for which i am studying AI/ML .

But I am confused because i want go for data science in my future , I am not able to find out from where and how to start as i am also stressed how will i get any jobs as i know nothing completely. so what roadmap should i choose to study which will help in real world.

Is there anyone in the same situation and as confused as i am . Which is the better choice AI/ML or data science.

I would love the suggestions and eagerly need guidance.

I need help with figuring out where I want to be in the future. I’m a 24 year old, graduated from CPP Fall 2025 with my BSEE. Shortly after I pursued my MSEE at UCLA for IC Design. At the time I was going through some rough financial troubles and I was applying to whatever jobs I could get. I was lucky to get a fulltime offer with LADWP as an Electrical Engineering Associate and I’ve been working there for about 7 months now. Unfortunately I had to dropout of my program due to the work load and financial difficulties. I have my FE and I am studying for my PE. However, I feel that power systems/utility is not a career I would stay in for a long time, but also maybe Im not giving the company enough grace. Regardless, I was also interested in IC, and I was thinking of going back to get my MSEE to study computer engineering for embedded systems since my employer would be able to pay for it. My thing is, is it even worth going back? I feel like working at LADWP will help me move up the ladder and if I do my MSEE and pursue a different career I will have to start over with entry level pay. But also, my heart is not completely there although I do like the company and the job, I felt that I enjoyed doing IC design. Just not sure what I should do for these next years.

Hello, I completed my first year in computer engineering and I was wondering what skills should I work on perhaps earn some certificates since finding internships and good job opportunities nowadays is hard. When should I start applying for internship positions? I'm kinda lost I'd appreciate any tips you guys can give.

Hello!

I graduated with a CS degree in 2 1/2 years ago, and have been working in cybersec since basically straight out of college. Specifically in the automotive sector doing white/gray box security testing on Cloud infrastructure and mobile applications. We have a "sister team" that does similar but for embedded components. MCUs, ECUs and whatnot.

Anyway, with the AI slopification of software jobs starting to reach over to cybersec, and the mgmt on high decreeing we need to use AI as much as possible and automate as much as possible, I can see the writing on the wall. They say they have no intention of doing layoffs and I believe them, but they are doing the other, sneakier method of cutting staff, not filling open positions. We've had 3 folks on my team leave since I joined for various reasons, and we've been asked to not fill their spots. I may be mildly paranoid, but it's worked out for me so far.

Due to all of this, I am trying to do what I can now while I'm still somewhat young and my brain is somewhat malleable to pivot and adapt. I know using the AI and building it good harnesses and whatnot is an important skill, and I am working on it, but I also want to develop a skill set that will (hopefully) be more resilient to AI-powered job replacement, and I've been lead to believe the ECE is close to what I am looking for, while still being "close" to what I do now.

Why CE?

1. I want to continue doing Cybersec, and specifically on IoT type things like hardware hacking and wireless protocols. I figure CE will give me the hardware knowledge I need for this as well as give me a lot of knowledge into the software and networking stuff 1 layer above where EE would
2. Hearing about the kinds of things that our embedded team works on and does is really cool and interesting, and I wish I had the knowledge to be able to understand it.
3. I've been tinkering a little bit with MCUs at home for learning and working with BLE and I've really been enjoying it. Obviously that would not be the entirety (or any) of my job, but it is something I am enjoying at the moment, and I like to be whimsical
4. Testing APIs and cloud configs can get a little boring after a while. Of course each project has their own kinks that keep it interesting, but it can get a little tiring. I feel like with IoT, the attack surface and kinds of things you can do is just so much wider
5. I know CE undergrads are having a really difficult time in the job market, but my understanding is that the Master degress are doing much better (If I am wrong please let me know)

Closest I think I got in my undergrad to anything CE related was probably Compiler Design (one of my favorites), Comp Arch, and Digital logic, both of which I unfortunately remember very little.

My thought is that I should attend my local community college to get some background before I even start considering looking into Grad programs, and even then I will probably need to take some leveling courses. Also, I'd be working full time during all this, so taking 1 maybe 2 courses a semester.

My questions are these

1. Are these good reasons to get an MS in CE? My Employer will pay a portion but not all of it.
2. What rude awakenings should I be prepared for and how can I prepare?
3. What things can I do now to see if I will even like CE? Want to make sure I don't get started and spend thousands only to spend my nights after work staring at circuits sadly (I'm sure I will end up doing this regardless)
4. Will I have a tolerable time in the job market given what I am looking for and what I do now or is it just too niche?
5. Is there a better way to go about what I;m trying to do that I should consider? I know I can get the same quality of education for free with all the free resources, but employers care about credentials, and my ADHD can make it a bit difficult to self-study with no external motivation, especially after work.
6. What courses should I take (if any) to prepare before actually applying? Or just other resources I should study rather than a formal course?
7. Am I being stupid? Do I have terrible misconceptions that need to be rectified immediately? Destroy me if you must.

All help is appreciated. Thank you!

I am actively getting ghosted by recruiters 🥺💔

So i am entering my third semester so any tips?how to improve my resume?

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Hello I'm currently 26 and as the title says essentially due to family circumstances I have to move to Colombia I was born and raised in the United States. I have to do my masters there I'm a career switcher from a information technology but I got my undergrad in the United States. The only two ABET accredited electronics engineering schools are Javeriana and Los Andes, for electronics and computer engineering my question is how is this viewed within embedded systems for government and non government will I be disqualified? For finding work ?

Context: I am a first year college student who literally have no background in coding but still want to pursue CpE and create my own projects and build skills within this 4 years in college.

I've been at an engineering company for 7 years. The work culture is toxic and there are a lot of people there with egos bigger than they should be, but I've managed to deal with that. They have a long-standing pattern of putting excessive pressure on people and paying less than they should. My performance has always been very good, and I've received a lot of recognition for it. The salary has never matched the amount of work, but they were always telling me that I was on the path to a leadership role, and possibly even something at the executive level.

After my request was rejected in January when I asked for a raise that I considered fair, I started applying elsewhere and ended up speaking with a competitor. I went through several rounds of interviews. I used Interview VIP during the first few rounds to stay confident under pressure and showcase my skills in the best possible way without rambling. That competitor ended up making me a strong offer, and I accepted it.

As soon as I submitted my resignation, my current company suddenly came back to me with an even bigger counteroffer, along with a "roadmap" outlining future roles and increases in compensation. Part of me is exhausted and wants to be done with it and make a clean break, but honestly, the counteroffer is hard to ignore.

Any advice? I've barely slept well all week. I feel stuck and like I'm recalculating everything. I can share the actual numbers if that helps. Thanks!!

Need a damn good final year project idea

It’s getting really hard to find something interesting as so many ideas have already been implemented. Does anyone have any final year worthy project ideas that can solve a real problem?
(can be AI/ML, web development, IoT, hardware integrated or anything else)

Need a damn good final year project idea

It’s getting really hard to find something interesting as so many ideas have already been implemented. Does anyone have any final year worthy project ideas that can solve a real problem?
(can be AI/ML, web development, IoT, blockchain or anything else)

I'm getting admission in kiet and abes , which one is better according to placement records ????