Enhance CS Portfolio for Entry-Level Tech Roles

This recent Computer Science Engineering graduate is struggling to land an entry-level tech job due to lack of experience and a difficult market. To improve their chances, the primary focus should be on significantly enhancing their project portfolio and networking. Instead of generic web dev projects, they should build more sophisticated projects that incorporate in-demand skills like full CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure (e.g., deploying applications on AWS Lambda, using Terraform for infrastructure as code, GitHub Actions for automation), and potentially diving into specific frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot for Java) or exploring embedded systems/robotics, which align with a CE background. Actively attending tech meetups, open-source contributions, and leveraging the T20 university network for referrals will be more impactful than immediate Masters' debt. A well-tailored resume highlighting these advanced projects and skills is crucial for breaking through recruiter filters.