What would you advise a CS fresher at IIIT Delhi?

IIIT Delhi is one of the leading institutions suffering higher studies in Computer Science in India. Students are exposed to the core subjects right from the first year which might be quite overwhelming for the freshers. IIIT Delhi has a myriad of research opportunities, internships, and the like available to first-year students but they often fail to make the most of these opportunities. 

If you haven't programmed before, you'll feel lost when faced with unfamiliar terms. Follow these tips to overcome your struggles

• Take out at least 30 minutes to 1 hour every day to write codes. Write a program different from the one you are required to make in the Intro To Programming course.
• Dont hesitate to ask for help whenever you have a doubt or get stuck on some error. Seek the help of your instructor, TAs, seniors, and batchmates with programming experience. 

If you know basic programming but are not too confident then your knowledge to your advantage and get involved with 

• Another great support structure that exists in IIIT-D i.e. its technical student clubs -
  FooBar and Byld.
• Attend the competitions and sessions hosted by these bodies as they will teach you a lot.

If you feel lost as a CS fresher at IIIT Delhi, remember that everyone has started from the beginning and so can you!