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Not sure where I am heading, what will be my future?

I writing my thoughts about me(26 years) , I am web developer with 3.5 years right working at Amazon as web developer contract employee ending in Dec , looking for full times roles to join right now , I from a petroleum engineering background (2019 passed out ) later learnt software engineer frontend mostly from my brother's help & through online resources built personal projected ,started career in 2020 by joining a MNC as contractor developer worked there 4 months in 2020, then joined another startup their for 3 months , then 8 months at a startup , then 1 year 8 months at us startup but had a layoff in Feb , then joined Amazon contract through a referal( current CTC 12LPA). Not sure where will I work next ? Sometimes I feel lost & have imposter sendrome like in close to 4 years what have I learnt & excelled?when will I earn more ? But I have a many ambitious like built my own startup , write articles and earn, travel for treking , become fit, become a indie hacker , speak at conference internationally as well, work at top startups & innovate things? Not sure how to plan things & grow in my career ? Maybe 1 or 2years before marriage ? Not sure how I plan to have a stable job and grow in my career with better salary before marriage?

India's education system is failing techies; my opinion

First off, the curriculum is outdated. We're still being taught programming languages and technologies that are no longer relevant in the industry. When I was in college, we spent so much time on C and C++ but barely touched on Python or JavaScript, which are in high demand right now. The industry moves fast, but our education system doesn't keep up. Another big issue is the lack of practical experience. Most of our education is theory-based. We memorize algorithms and data structures but don't get enough hands-on experience to understand how to apply them in real-world scenarios. I remember cramming for exams and then forgetting everything a week later because I never actually used that knowledge in a practical setting. The focus on rote learning is another problem. We're trained to score high marks in exams rather than to understand and innovate. This creates a mindset where students are more concerned about grades than actually learning something useful. I can't tell you how many times I've seen people with excellent academic records struggle to solve basic problems at work because they never learned to think critically. Also, there's a huge gap between academia and industry. Professors often have little to no industry experience, so they can't provide insights into what skills are actually needed in the job market. When I started my first job, I felt like I was starting from scratch because so much of what I learned in college was irrelevant. Lastly, there's the issue of soft skills. Our education system doesn't emphasize communication, teamwork, or problem-solving skills, which are crucial in the tech industry. I had to learn these on the job, and it was a steep learning curve. So, in my opinion, yes, India's education system is failing tech professionals. We need a complete overhaul to make it more relevant, practical, and aligned with industry needs. Until that happens, we'll continue to see a gap between what students learn and what they need to succeed in their careers.

Hocco Scoops $10M for India Expansion

- Hocco, originally launched in Karachi in 1944, has secured $10 million in its Series B funding round to boost its production and expand into new markets across India. - The funding round was co-led by the Chona family office and Sauce.vc, aiming to strengthen distribution networks and innovate new flavors. - Founded by Satish Chona, Hocco has a rich legacy, previously selling its 'Have More' brand to Lotte after 73 years of operation. - Hocco boasts over 10,000 retail outlets in India and one in the US, competing with brands like Yummo and NIC. - The funding comes amid rising demand for premium products, with the Indian food market forecasted to reach $68 billion by 2030. Source: [Inc42](https://inc42.com/buzz/ice-cream-brand-hocco-nets-10-mn-to-support-expansion/)