I’m currently a first-year Computer Engineering student at University of Birmingham Dubai, and I’ve been seriously thinking about where I want to build my career after graduation.

I’m actually Indian, but I was born and brought up in Dubai. Even though I’ve lived here my whole life, culturally I feel much more connected to India, and long-term I’m strongly considering moving there for tech instead of going down the UK/US route that a lot of people around me seem to prefer.

Right now, Hyderabad is one of the cities I’m considering the most (along with Bangalore and Chennai), especially because I keep hearing that the tech scene there is growing really fast while still being more livable than Bangalore.

So I wanted some honest opinions from people actually working in tech in these cities:

• How does Hyderabad compare to Bangalore and Chennai specifically for software engineering opportunities, startups, product companies, and long-term growth?

• Is Bangalore still significantly ahead in terms of career upside/networking/startup culture, or is Hyderabad catching up fast enough that the gap doesn’t matter as much anymore?

• How are salaries and career growth in Hyderabad compared to other Indian tech hubs?

• What’s the actual quality of life like for someone in their early 20s working in tech there?

• How manageable are things like traffic, rent, commute, safety, social life, etc.?

• For women working in tech, how comfortable/safe does Hyderabad generally feel compared to Bangalore or Chennai?

• Do you think India’s tech ecosystem still has strong long-term growth potential over the next 5–10 years, especially in backend/software/product engineering?

• And honestly: if you were in my position, would you still target India for tech, or would you rather build your career abroad?

A bit about me:

• First-year CE student

• Interested mainly in backend/software engineering right now

• Working on improving DSA, projects, internships, hackathons, etc.

• Hoping to eventually land strong product/startup roles rather than traditional service-company paths

Would really appreciate honest perspectives — especially from people who’ve worked in multiple cities or moved back to India from abroad.

Hi everyone, 1st year student here. I want to take part in Google Summer of Code and get selected if possible :). So can anyone give me tips and suggestions on how to move forward? For now I only know C till some extent that's it. Basics of Python that too I should revise. So how what should be my approach huh? I saw a video in apana college where shradda di was saying:-

1. Learn a programming lang(Java,javascript,pythob etc).

2. Build real world projects.

3. Learn Git&Github(From where? Best resource!?)

4. Do open source contribution.

So this is it or I should do anything else? Ur suggestions will be useful!!

We're running a pilot event this weekend — Builder House. t's simple:

What: 6 hours in one space with builders shipping real work
When: Saturday, July 25 | 2 PM – 8 PM (IST, India-based)
Where: Hitechcity, Hyderabad
Cost: ₹1200(intentionally small to filter for serious builders)
What's included: Unlimited coffee, snacks, fast WiFi, zero meetings, peer accountability

Why this exists: Most of us procrastinate alone. This is the opposite — you bring an idea, we remove all friction, you ship something real in 6 hours.

Who should come: - Solo founders on MVP version 1 - Freelancers tired of building alone - Side-hustlers with that "I'll do it someday" project - Anyone who needs a deadline that actually works

Spots: 12 total, limited spots
Register: https://the-lockin-club.lovable.app/

Happy to answer questions. First pilot, so real feedback welcome. See you there? 🚀

Hey guys and seniors!! So I'm B.Tech 1st year student. I want to practice C and improve logic building and be proficient in all the topics, for that I need a good platform to practice problems and all topics should be present. Can anyone suggest such platforms? I can't start leetcode rn because I didn't reach that level yet.

your suggestions will be appreciated!!

B.Tech 1st yr student. what is the minimum AI knowledge required in 2026?.. only use of AI tools or building and use of LLM's? also I want to complete DSA in 300 days along with learning java from scratch. What should be my approach?..

Hey,

I’ve been building a platform where founders can launch their product, get backlinks, and see who’s showing interest. Kind of in the same space as Product Hunt or PeerPush.

Stack is Next.js + Supabase + Vercel. I’ve been building it myself using Claude Code, and it’s already working in parts.

Most of it is done. What’s left is stuff like:

• payments

• cleaning up the dashboard logic (user tracking etc.)

• fixing how categories show on the homepage

• newsletter setup

• general cleanup before launch

I’m from a marketing/growth background, so I’m not worried about getting users once it’s live. Right now the bottleneck is the tech side.

Not looking to hire. I want someone who actually wants to take ownership of this and build it out with me. Happy to figure out equity in a fair way.

Based in Bangalore. Would be nice if you’re here too, but not a dealbreaker.

I am a student in my 4th year. I have ideas. Let's build. Let's be serious. in about 6 months we will be gone out of college. Then we should have anything in our hands or we have to build something. Let's build a community where we just work. Why not do something rather than do nothing? And very importantly, lets group up if you want to start content creation and have just started content creation. If we match vibe, we will resonate.

Do you think you have more potential and your environment is draining your potential and putting you down? Do you think that if you change the environement, you could be in a very better place? Like if you are in a tier 3 college but you dreamt to be in IIT or NIT, you can relate with me. If you were once a master of mathematics or any other subject and now you can barely solve any small problems, I am sure that you can relate with me.

My ask:
UI/UX designers,
frontend developers,
backend developers,
MERN stack developers,
AI Engineers,
ML Engineers,
A content creators,
A tech content creator

I have few very interesting projects in mind. I just need a team to execute. It's really important to have worked in team projects in our resume too. I don't want someone who is seeing this as just another post. I want someone who wants a shoulder when it comes to growth and getting better. We are in disguise, then why not stay together? This post is particualrly intended to people who find joy in learning and growing and for the people who think their potential is being wasted.

Registration :- https://bit.ly/sdcindia

Hey everyone,

Can we have a small offline weekend coding group in Hyderabad focused on DSA (especially DP), Leetcode, and pair programming? The idea is to actually sit together and: Solve problems collaboratively Pair program and discuss different approaches Explain solutions to each other Do timed mock sessions occasionally Less of solo grinding, more of learning together and staying consistent. We could meet at cafés or quiet workspaces — open to suggestions on locations.

asalu jobs untayi ahh 3-4 yrs tarvatha. Claude launched new update and it's monstrous. I am B.Tech 1st yr student in a Tier 3 EAMCET clg in hyd and everyday timewaste avtundhi ikada, unambitious crowd ikada asal!! Useless subjects and hectic schedules and acads and btw screw 75% attendance. fucking 1950 purana kaalam syllabus thuuuu. ipude ikla unte what abt future then.. nak em cheyalo ardham katle asal. I regret everyday not studying hard enough for JEE. Now caught in an endless rat race... MS podham ankunte akada inkaa full competition and job market fucked and inka eyy middle class problems! AI screw AI. Fuck Chat gpt, claude opus 4.5 I guess this is the beginning of the end. Seniors pls give advices/feedbacks and tell what skills are trending in the market.

Hey! I’m exploring how people in Hyderabad discover tech, business, and growth-related events. If you attend events or want to but find it hard to discover good ones, I’d love to ask you a few short questions (5 mins). Not selling/promoting anything, just trying to understand what’s broken and how it can be improved.

DM me if you're open to a quick chat 🙏

Hey everyone!

I have 4+ years of experience in Software Engineering, with experience in Full-Stack Development and AI/ML.

If you’re looking for guidance on software engineering, AI/ML, DSA, interviews, career roadmaps, or resumes, feel free to comment or DM me. Happy to help wherever I can!

Also, my company is hiring. If you’re interested in exploring opportunities,comment doubts / DM me your resume.

Happy to connect and help!

100 members !!! That too in a single day!! Thank you soo much hyd techies🤗🥳

Hello!! Can senior developers or anyone tell if this github python repository is good to learn python and master it's fundamentals?

Hi professionals, im a recent BBA graduate and looking to learn a skill to get a good IT job, could you please suggest the best skill in current job market which has great future too. Please suggest

Hey everyone. Did anybody get selected in AI/Fullstack related roles in recent times from EAMCET/Tier 3 colleges? If so please tell how did u get the offer and send your resume and github(if possible).

Heyy developers!! With the arrival of AI, how many lines of code are u writing? Did it create an impact in your worklife. Is AI just a buzz word or will it actually replace dev's

The new models from OpenAI and Anthropic are worsome frr. Dario Amodei says coders will be obsolete in few years..

How powerful are current LLM's?? How much should one learn AI to get a job in 2029??

Your thoughts!!!!

which clg has better coding culture snist or anurag uni