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Final-year CSE student graduating in a few months, aiming for Python backend roles.
I’ve been looking into programs like ST School’s 99-day Python Full Stack + AI course (FastAPI, Docker, AWS, system design, etc.) that claim to make you job-ready with placement support.
I’m skeptical about the “job-ready in 3 months” part.
For those who have actually taken similar courses:
- Is that timeline realistic for backend roles?
- Did the curriculum and projects actually help you crack interviews?
- What does “placement support” really mean in practice — real interview calls or just resume guidance?
Also, if you chose self-learning instead:
- What stack/projects helped you get your first backend role?
Trying to decide whether spending 30–40k on this makes sense or if I should go all-in on self-study.
Looking for honest experiences — especially from people who’ve gone through this recently.