Raised in a small town in Uttar Pradesh, Anuj (name changed), didn’t attend a premier IIT or IIM. In fact, he started his career in 2020 with a Tier-3 college degree and an entry-level job in a domestic IT firm. Like thousands of others, his early days involved fixing bugs, long work hours, and a salary that barely allowed savings after rent and expenses in Bangalore.
But his life took a major turn — not overnight, but through three years of sheer determination, upskilling, and patience.
“I spent my weekends learning backend architecture and cloud computing. I failed a lot, but I kept going. My dream was simple: I wanted to make my parents proud,” he shared in his now-viral post on LinkedIn.
After switching jobs twice and building a strong portfolio on GitHub, Anuj finally cracked an interview at a top global fintech startup. The offer: ₹45 LPA, almost 8 times his starting salary. His LinkedIn post touched a nerve with millions who saw a reflection of their own struggles.
Netizens React
The comments poured in.
“You’ve given hope to so many middle-class dreamers,” one user wrote.
“Not from IIT, not from a big city — just raw effort. Hats off!” said another.
Lessons from His Journey
Anuj’s story isn’t just about the money. It’s about grit, continuous learning, and emotional resilience. Here’s what stands out:
- He focused heavily on open-source contributions
- Took over 20 mock interviews before cracking the real one
- Stayed consistent with online learning (AWS, DSA, System Design)
- Maintained a strong LinkedIn presence with genuine storytelling
A Proud Moment for the Family
Anuj ended his post saying:
“We come from a family where ₹45,000 a year was a big deal. Today, I’ve reached ₹45 LPA. My parents cried when I told them. And for once, I let myself cry too.”
The Message is Clear
No Ivy League tag. No shortcut. Just hard work, heart, and hustle.
For every middle-class techie struggling in the shadows, Anuj’s journey is a reminder — keep going, your moment will come.
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