The latest articles on DEV Community by Code Debugger (@coder_bytes). https://dev.to/coder_bytes https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F3102173%2Fd3418c4c-7e6d-4c4e-bcda-59a8458906c6.jpg https://dev.to/coder_bytes en Code Debugger Mon, 28 Apr 2025 17:20:43 +0000 https://dev.to/coder_bytes/freshers-preparation-strategy-49e6 https://dev.to/coder_bytes/freshers-preparation-strategy-49e6 <p>Hey Future Tech Stars!</p> <p>So, you're gearing up for coding interviews at top-notch companies straight out of college? That's fantastic! Starting your preparation early is a smart move, and we're here to guide you every step of the way. We are going to provide you a structured plan, valuable resources, and actionable tips to ace those interviews.</p> <h2> Topics to cover </h2> <ul> <li>DSA </li> <li>DBMS</li> <li>Backend language (Python or java is preferred)</li> <li>Backend language framework</li> <li>One subject of your interest</li> <li>Front end - basic understanding is enough</li> <li>Personal projects</li> <li>Low level design</li> <li>Basics of system design</li> <li>Gen AI basics</li> </ul> <h2> Strategy </h2> <ul> <li>Divide your time properly and stick to the plan</li> <li>Always make quick notes to revise later</li> <li>Don't over complicate the things</li> <li>Always think for multiple solutions for coding problems</li> <li>Focus on learning and solving problems, not on number on questions solved</li> </ul> <h2> Resources </h2> <p><strong>For Java</strong><br> <a href="https://www.amazon.in/Head-First-Java-Brain-Friendly-Grayscale/dp/9355420900" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.amazon.in/Head-First-Java-Brain-Friendly-Grayscale/dp/9355420900</a><br> <a href="https://howtodoinjava.com/java/basics/java-tutorial/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://howtodoinjava.com/java/basics/java-tutorial/</a><br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@CodingWithJohn/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/@CodingWithJohn/videos</a></p> <p><strong>For python</strong><br> <a href="https://python.land/introduction-to-python" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://python.land/introduction-to-python</a><br> <a href="https://www.educative.io/path/zero-to-hero-in-python" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.educative.io/path/zero-to-hero-in-python</a><br> <a href="https://www.coursera.org/learn/python-crash-course" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.coursera.org/learn/python-crash-course</a></p> <p><strong>For Node Js</strong><br> <a href="https://javascript.info" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://javascript.info</a><br> <a href="https://www.udemy.com/course/nodejs-the-complete-guide" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.udemy.com/course/nodejs-the-complete-guide</a><br> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uk2gSHbnhAI" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uk2gSHbnhAI</a></p> <p><strong>For DSA</strong><br> <a href="https://www.amazon.in/Data-Structures-Algorithms-Made-Easy/dp/8192107558" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.amazon.in/Data-Structures-Algorithms-Made-Easy/dp/8192107558</a><br> <a href="https://www.amazon.in/Cracking-Coding-Interview-Programing-Questions/dp/0984782850" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.amazon.in/Cracking-Coding-Interview-Programing-Questions/dp/0984782850</a><br> <a href="https://www.educative.io/courses/data-structures-coding-interviews-javascript" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.educative.io/courses/data-structures-coding-interviews-javascript</a><br> Leet code practice</p> <p><strong>Backend frameworks</strong><br> For java dev- <a href="https://howtodoinjava.com/spring-boot/spring-boot/" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://howtodoinjava.com/spring-boot/spring-boot/</a><br> For python dev - <a href="https://www.coursera.org/specializations/django" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.coursera.org/specializations/django</a><br> For node js dev - <a href="https://masteringbackend.com/posts/expressjs-5-tutorial-the-ultimate-guide" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://masteringbackend.com/posts/expressjs-5-tutorial-the-ultimate-guide</a></p> <p><strong>For database</strong><br> <a href="https://www.coursera.org/specializations/postgresql-for-everybody" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.coursera.org/specializations/postgresql-for-everybody</a><br> <a href="https://www.pluralsight.com/courses/postgresql-advanced-sql-queries" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.pluralsight.com/courses/postgresql-advanced-sql-queries</a><br> College text book</p> <h2> Preparation planning </h2> <p>This planning may not suite for each and every one, so please modify and update preparation timelines accordingly</p> <p><strong>Month-1</strong></p> <ul> <li>DSA - time and space complexity, array and string, practice problems on array and string</li> <li>Backend language</li> </ul> <p><strong>Month-2</strong></p> <ul> <li>DSA - searching, sorting, recursion, 2-D array. Practice problems on 2-D array</li> <li>Backend language and backend framework</li> </ul> <p><strong>Month-3</strong></p> <ul> <li>DSA- linked list, statck and queue, their operations and practice questions</li> <li>DBMS and basics of front end</li> </ul> <p><strong>Month-4</strong></p> <ul> <li>DSA - Tree, BT, BST and various operations on them and practice problem</li> <li>Basics low level design and system design, also start building project</li> </ul> <p><strong>Month-5</strong></p> <ul> <li>DSA - Dynamic programming and graph and practice problems</li> <li>Build your project</li> </ul> <p><strong>Month-6</strong></p> <ul> <li>DSA - More advanced level practice problems on array, string, dynamic programming and 2-D array</li> <li>Basics of Gen AI and subject of your interest</li> </ul> programming interview coding faang