As a computer science student, I used to believe that learning to code and building projects would be enough to get hired.

But reality feels very different.

I’ve built many projects.

I’ve spent hours learning frameworks, fixing bugs, watching tutorials, and improving my skills.

I applied to many jobs with hope that at least one company would reply.

But most of the time?

No response.

No interview.

Not even a rejection email.

And honestly, it makes me wonder:

What exactly are companies looking for?

Sometimes it feels like being a CS student is confusing more than exciting.…