From campus to first offer: a 90-day plan

Ninety days is enough time to go from scattered preparation to a signed offer, provided each month has one job and you stop switching goals mid-way.

Days 1-30: fundamentals

Fix the basics that every interview touches: data structures, one language you can write fluently, and version control. Solve problems daily, but review the ones you failed rather than chasing volume.

Days 31-60: build and publish

Ship two projects, host them, and write short case studies. This month is where your resume actually changes.

Days 61-90: apply and drill

Apply in batches of ten a week and run two mock interviews weekly. Track every rejection reason. Patterns show up quickly and they are usually fixable.