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To be a software engineer, you should atleast have bachelor's degree in computer science or any other related Fields, but computer science is said to be the best course for being a software engineer. Now after completing your graduation you may go for Higher education or can opt for internships.
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Internship helps you to build your career opportunities. After internship you can go for a job selection.
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You can either be a employee in the company or can be a project manager with the experts you have. Once your internship is done you can start making a career in software engineering