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Seeking candid advice on what to focus on for a chance at top 10 MFE-equivalent programs

achirikhin said:
He also asked about an internship, and he was advised to scrap both an internship or Masters, get an entry level job, if he knows basic math and programming, so as to get real life QA knowledge and make some money sooner.
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Ok but why are you replying to a message under the assumption that he is taking your advice especially when the message was not even made in reply to your message advising him to get a job first?
 
weab said:
Ok but why are you replying to a message under the assumption that he is taking your advice especially when the message was not even made in reply to your message advising him to get a job first?
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I am merely replying to a thread. I don't see any hierarchy in here. I was not intending to reply to you, if that's what bothers you.
 
achirikhin said:
He also asked about an internship, and he was advised to scrap both an internship or Masters, get an entry level job, if he knows basic math and programming, so as to get real life QA knowledge and make some money sooner.
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Hey achirikhin, I think I missed the memo on your original advice. I never really thought about trying to get into the industry first without more higher ed. Thank you so much for the practical advice!
 
pwlifting said:
Hey achirikhin, I think I missed the memo on your original advice. I never really thought about trying to get into the industry first without more higher ed. Thank you so much for the practical advice!
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Read "Liar's Poker" :) It is explained there very well.
 
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