An Indian software engineer shared his remarkable journey of increasing his salary from ₹3.5 lakh per annum to ₹35 lakh per annum within three years, achieved without any mentors or guidance. Initially starting at a service-based company, he made three strategic job switches, each requiring different preparation techniques. For his first switch, he focused on solving medium-level coding problems and completed the NeetCode 150 list, while practicing mock interviews weekly. His salary jumped from ₹3.5 LPA to ₹12 LPA in this phase.

In his second transition, his salary rose to ₹22 LPA, where he emphasized coding speed and backend knowledge, participating in weekly LeetCode contests. Finally, for his last switch, he prepared for system design and open-ended problem-solving, ultimately achieving a salary of ₹35 LPA at a top product company. Throughout this journey, he maintained a daily coding streak and highlighted the importance of recognizing coding patterns, advising others to switch jobs every 12-18 months for optimal salary growth.