
Shivam Dhar
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What advice do you have for someone pursuing a career in cybersecurity How can I best prepare for internships and entry-level roles while still in school??
What certifications or skills should I focus on to stand out as a cybersecurity intern during college?

How do you stay creatively fulfilled in a technical role like software engineering, especially when working on projects that aren’t personally exciting?
I'm really curious about how people in tech stay motivated and avoid feeling overwhelmed. How do you keep enjoying your work when you're dealing with tough deadlines, bugs, or long hours? What helps you not burn out?

What are some of the best coding projects for a Computer Science major?
I'm currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science and wanted to know more about different coding projects that can enhance my coding skills! It would be a great way to gain knowledge and add to my portfolio for internships and job offers.
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How do I prevent future burnout from a career I worked so hard for?#Spring25
I have goals of furthering my education in a career I am passionate about. However, I am worried about the possible burnout I could receive, fearing that a career I once loved, will end up being a waste of money. I would like to know what tips or practices you've set in place to prevent such...

What info can you give me about cyber security?
I'm going to collage to study cyber security and information about what I'm getting into is great.

How can students entering a rigorous engineering program—like myself, Siebren , a transfer student from Lincoln Tech with a trade background in Automotive Technology and an associate’s degree in Management (3.8 GPA, Honor Society President)—effectively integrate hands-on technical skills, academic excellence, leadership experience, and personal discipline to thrive in a dual-degree engineering program at Morehouse and Georgia Tech, while also preparing to become a well-rounded mechanical engineer in a rapidly evolving global industry?
Any advice you guys have feel free to share and feel free to ask any questions you all have I'm willing to help any and everyone.

What are good study habits for someone with a short attention span? #Spring25
What are good study habits for someone who has a short attention span? #Spring25

How do I find summer internships in Cybersecurity?
I am a second-year student studying Cybersecurity as my major. I would like to find suitable internship opportunities for the summer, but I do not know where to search. It seems most positions I find are only for other computer-science fields (e.g software engineering).

What are some ways to find and have a good chance at landing Cybersecurity internships that will give me meaningful and practical experience ?
I am planning on pursuing a career in the Cybersecurity or Criminology fields, or both, once I graduate with my Bachelors in both.

How to break into the Cybersecurity industry once I graduate with a Bachelor's in Computer Science?
How can I start networking within my industry to get into the field of Cybersecurity? I'm looking to become a Cybersecurity Engineer at some point. I'm currently a Junior, and I should be graduating in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027.
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How do I gain enough experience and confidence in cybersecurity while still in college to stand out in such a competitive and fast-evolving field?
High school Senior #Spring25

Is becoming a data analyst worth it?
My major is Data Analytics and I have about one more year before I graduate. I don't love data but I heard this is a good career. It seems every business could use a data analyst.

How do I network with myself to obtain an entry level position in Cybersecurity?
I'm interested in perusing a career in cybersecurity, and I plan to get the appropriate certifications soon (e.g CompTIA Security+, CEH, etc) but as I was researching I kept seeing the common pattern of "a friend of a friend got me access to this position", I don't interact with people outside...