All about the new TUF and TUF+

Summary

In this video, the host announces updates to the 'Take Forward' platform, including a revamped website, new features, and a new vertical for course subjects. They introduce a mentorship program in collaboration with pre-placed, offering personalized roadmaps and mock interviews with top tech mentors. Additionally, they reveal plans for 'Take Forward Plus,' a premium platform for DSA with exclusive content, set to launch in 45-60 days. The host also highlights new video content by 'Notes' on core computer science subjects and emphasizes the importance of these subjects in interviews and daily work.

Takeaways

• 😀 The 'Take Forward' platform has been revamped and moved from WordPress to a customized website, with many new features added and more to come in the future.
• 📈 The platform now offers a 'Pick Random' feature for users to test their knowledge on any topic, as well as a 'Revision Problems' feature to revisit problems they're less confident about.
• 📝 Users can now add personalized notes to each problem and access a 'Saved Notes' section for easy revision.
• 👤 A new 'Profile' section has been introduced where users can add their GitHub and LinkedIn profiles, skill sets, and track problem-solving progress.
• 🤝 'Take Forward' has collaborated with 'Pre-Pledged' to offer mentorship services from top tech mentors who will create personalized roadmaps and provide regular check-ins and mock interviews.
• 🎓 A new 'Course Subjects' vertical has been added to 'Take Forward', featuring videos and study materials on DBMS, Computer Networks, and Operating Systems, curated by 'Notes'.
• 📚 'Notes' has created subject-specific sheets for DBMS, Computer Networks, and Operating Systems to help users prepare thoroughly for interviews and understand core computer science fundamentals.
• 📈 System Design and Competitive Programming have dedicated sheets on 'Take Forward', aimed at helping users gain comprehensive knowledge and prepare for interviews.
• 🔒 'Take Forward' has disabled ads and is planning to launch 'Take Forward Plus', a premium platform with additional features, within 45 to 60 days.
• 🚫 The 'Stver A2Z' sheet will be taken down and some YouTube channel videos will be made private, but existing content on 'Take Forward' will remain accessible without additional charges.
• 🌟 'Take Forward Plus' promises to be an innovative platform with unique features for DSA preparation, offering a premium experience in the market.

Q & A

What changes have been made to the takeforward platform?

Takeforward has moved from WordPress to a customized website, which has allowed for the addition of many new features, and more are planned for the future.

What are the new features added to the takeforward platform?

New features include the 'pick random' button for random practice questions, the ability to mark and review 'revision problems', adding personalized notes to problems, and a profile section to showcase personal skills and GitHub/LinkedIn profiles.

What is the purpose of the 'pick random' feature on takeforward?

The 'pick random' feature allows users to test their preparation on a topic by providing a random question after they have completed studying a subject.

How does the 'revision problems' feature work on takeforward?

Users can mark problems they are not confident about for revision. Later, they can revisit these problems by clicking on the 'show revision' button to review all marked problems.

What is the significance of the profile section on takeforward?

The profile section allows users to add their GitHub and LinkedIn profiles, skill sets, and lead code. It also tracks the number of problems solved and can be shared with recruiters or friends to showcase one's abilities.

What is the mentorship feature on takeforward and how does it work?

The mentorship feature is a collaboration with pre-placed, offering personalized roadmaps and guidance from top tech mentors who work at major companies. Users can book a free trial session and receive personalized coaching, mock interviews, and resume reviews.

What is the new vertical on takeforward called 'course subjects'?

The 'course subjects' vertical is a new addition to takeforward that includes video content on DBMS, computer networks, and operating systems, curated by experts in the field to help users prepare for interviews and understand core computer science concepts.

Why are core computer science subjects important for software engineers?

Core computer science subjects like DBMS, operating systems, and computer networks are important because they form the fundamental understanding needed for software engineers to handle high data bases and complex systems in their day-to-day work.

What is the format of the new course subjects content on takeforward?

The new course subjects content is presented in the form of 'sheets' with a list of curated questions and topics, accompanied by videos and notes for a comprehensive study experience.

What is the future plan for takeforward and what is 'takeforward plus'?

Takeforward plus is a premium platform being developed with additional features for DSA preparation. It is expected to launch in 45 to 60 days and will offer a unique and comprehensive platform for competitive programming and system design preparation.

What assurance is given regarding the availability of current takeforward content?

The creator assures that the current content on takeforward will remain available and free of charge for as long as the platform is operational and the bills are comfortably paid.

Outlines

00:00

🚀 Revamped Take Forward and New Features

The video script introduces a major update to the Take Forward platform, which has transitioned from WordPress to a customized website, enabling the addition of numerous features. The creator promises ongoing activity and updates, starting with a revamped website that consolidates learning materials for Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA), System Design, and other computer programming subjects. New features include a 'pick random' button for practice, a 'revision problems' feature, personalized notes for each problem, and a profile section where users can showcase their skills and track their progress. Additionally, a mentorship program in collaboration with pre-placed, offering personalized guidance from industry experts, is highlighted.

05:02

📚 Introduction of New Vertical: Course Subjects on Take Forward

This paragraph discusses the introduction of course subjects to Take Forward, a feature long requested by users. The platform has partnered with 'Notes', a software engineer at Walmart, to create video content on Database Management Systems (DBMS), Computer Networks, and Operating Systems. The importance of core computer science subjects in interviews and professional life is emphasized, and the strategy for integrating these subjects into Take Forward through curated question sheets is explained. The videos are designed to be concise and accessible, with a focus on fundamental topics and practice questions to build interview readiness.

10:03

🌟 System Design and Competitive Programming Enhancements

The script outlines improvements to the System Design and Competitive Programming sections on Take Forward. A dedicated sheet for System Design, curated by Gorab, promises comprehensive knowledge for interview preparation. For Competitive Programming, a beginner-friendly sheet is introduced, covering essential concepts with practice problems. The aim is to help newcomers to the field and those looking to improve their standings on platforms like Codeforces. The paragraph concludes with a sneak peek into the future of Take Forward, including the launch of Take Forward Plus, a premium platform with additional features, expected to launch within 45 to 60 days.

Keywords

💡DSA

DSA stands for Data Structures and Algorithms, which is a fundamental area of computer science that deals with the organization, storage, and manipulation of data. In the video, DSA is highlighted as a crucial skill for software engineers, with the channel offering resources like the 'DSA sheet' to help learners master these concepts. The script mentions 'ad doz DSA sheet' with 455 modules and 'St, SD sheet' with 191 problems for different levels of learners.

💡System Design

System Design refers to the process of planning and constructing a system or a set of components to achieve a particular purpose. In the context of the video, it is one of the key areas that software engineers need to understand, and the channel introduces a 'system design sheet' curated by Gorab to help prepare for interviews and gain a deep understanding of the subject.

💡Competitive Programming

Competitive Programming is a popular activity among programmers where they participate in contests to solve problems within a fixed time frame. The video discusses the importance of this skill and mentions a sheet created to help beginners improve their competitive programming abilities, with practice problems for every concept.

💡TI Forward Plus

TI Forward Plus is a premium platform being introduced by the channel that will offer additional features and resources for learning Data Structures and Algorithms. The script indicates that it will be a unique platform with no competitors in the market, and it is expected to launch in 45 to 60 days.

💡Profile Section

The Profile Section mentioned in the script is a feature added to the website where users can add their GitHub and LinkedIn profiles, skill sets, and lead code. It is designed to be a comprehensive page that users can share with recruiters or on social media, showcasing their professional identity and achievements.

💡Mentorship

Mentorship in the video refers to a personalized guidance service provided by experienced professionals from top tech companies. The channel has collaborated with pre-placed to offer mentorship, where mentors will prepare a personalized roadmap, conduct regular meetings, and provide mock interviews to help users prepare for their career.

💡Pick Random

The 'Pick Random' feature is a new addition to the website that allows users to select a random problem to test their knowledge on a completed topic. This feature is useful for self-assessment and ensuring readiness in various subjects.

💡Revision Problems

Revision Problems is another feature that allows users to mark problems they are not confident about and revisit them later. This feature is beneficial for reinforcing learning and ensuring that users can review and improve on areas they find challenging.

💡Notes

In the context of the video, 'Notes' refers to personalized annotations that users can add to each problem on the platform. These notes can be accessed later for easy revision, aiding in the learning and retention of information.

💡Core CS Subjects

Core CS Subjects, as mentioned in the script, are fundamental areas of computer science that are essential for software engineers. The video discusses the importance of subjects like DBMS, Operating Systems, and Computer Networks, and how they are integrated into the platform with curated sheets and videos for comprehensive learning.

💡79 Sheet

The '79 Sheet' is a resource created for those who have limited time, such as one or two weeks, to prepare for technical interviews. It covers all the important concepts of Data Structures and Algorithms but with a limited number of problems, allowing for focused and efficient preparation.

Highlights

The stver A2Z sheet will be taken down and some YouTube channel videos will be made private.

A revamped website for take forward is introduced with new features.

A new vertical on take forward is being introduced, focusing on course subjects.

System design and competitive programming are back on take forward.

Take forward plus is being launched with many new features.

The website has moved from WordPress to a customized platform, enabling more features.

DSA (Data Structures and Algorithms) sheets are available for beginners and those already versed in DSA.

A 79 sheet has been created for those with limited time to prepare for interviews.

New features include a 'pick random' button for practice problems and a 'revision problems' feature.

Users can add personalized notes to each problem and access them through a 'saved notes' section.

A profile section has been added where users can add their GitHub, LinkedIn profiles, and skill set.

A mentorship program is introduced in collaboration with pre-placed, offering personalized roadmaps and mock interviews.

Collaboration with Notes, a software engineer at Walmart, to create videos on DBMS, computer networks, and operating systems.

The importance of core CS subjects like DBMS, operating systems, and computer networks in interviews and job roles.

Sheets for core CS subjects have been curated with fundamental topics and practice questions.

A 30-day operating system series is planned to complete the video series on core CS subjects.

System design and competitive programming sheets are dedicated to helping users prepare for interviews and assessments.

Take forward plus will be a premium platform with additional features, launching in 45 to 60 days.

Take forward will remain free and accessible, with no changes to the current content.

Transcripts

stver A2Z sheet will be taken down the

YouTube channel videos some videos will

be made private you see a lot of

features added and in the future we'll

be adding a lot more features to it as

well everyone welcome back to the

channel I hope you guys are doing

extremely well so finally we are back

with one video on this channel and from

now onwards I'll be active yeah promise

I'll be active so without wasting any

time let's get straight into this uh

video so today's agenda will be what's

new on take forward yes you saw a

revamped websit I'll be talking about

that the second one is uh we're

introducing a new vertical on TI forward

so I'll be talking about that in depth

as well the third one is system design

and compartive programming is back on

take you forward the fourth one is take

you forward plus yes there's been a lot

of uh lot of things sa on take you

forward plus I'll be giving you slight

uh sneak peek into this one as well so

make sure you watch the video till the

end because you'll get a lot of idea or

what's coming in take forward plus so

the first thing what's new on take

forward previously takeing forward was

on WordPress they moved to a customized

website and for that reason you see a

lot of features added and in the future

we'll be adding a lot more features to

it as well the first uh thing is again

you get to prepare DSA system design uh

course subjects computer programming all

at one place right for DSA if you're a

beginner you should try out the ad doz

DSA sheet which is having 455 modules

again you get practice problems notes

video Solutions everything if you are

someone who wants lesser number of

problems was already versed with DSA St

SD sheet is the one to go it has 191

problems go and check it out it covers

all the concepts the number of practice

problems are lesser because I'm assuming

you know DS algo if you have one week or

two weeks left 79 years we have created

a 79 sheet where you can go through all

the concepts in a much limited number of

problems the more important Concepts now

let's talk about the features we have

added a pick random a lot of people were

asking for it now you have you have

completed a topic you have completed a

sheet and you want a random problem to

test out if you are well prepared in

that topic or not so you can now use the

pick random button which will give you a

random question now the second one is

the revision problems imagine you're

solving a problem and you feel that

you're not confident about it you want

to revisit it after a while so what you

can do is you can mark it as revision

and then you can come back again and

click on the show revision button and

you can check out all the problems that

you have to revisit apart from that

there is a plus uh button on the sheet

where you can add notes for every

problem so you can add your customized

notes and and once you have completed

the sheet or once you have completed any

topic what you can do is there's a

section as saved notes on the left you

can head over to there and you can find

all the notes listed over there so that

you can easily revise got it apart from

that we have added a profile section to

take it Forward where you can add your

GitHub profile your LinkedIn profile

your skill set you can add your lead

code you can also track how many

problems you have solved our topic in

the future your have vision that we

create this profile page in such a way

that you can share this link with your

recruiter with your friends on your

social media such that everything about

you is mentioned on this particular page

right so apart from all of these new

additions You' be seeing a button on the

top right corner of the website it

states get one is one mentorship right

so what we have done is we have

collaborated with pre-placed and they

have India's best mentors yes best tech

mentors these mentors work at companies

like Google Microsoft Amazon flip cart

Walmart Etc what they'll be doing is

they'll be sitting down with you yes and

they'll be preparing a personalized road

map for you according to your needs

according to your timeline once that is

done every week they'll be meeting you

twice or thely you can decide on that

they will be knocking you okay this is

what you need to do in the next two days

and after that they'll be checking out

on you so you will be under some

pressure right once you're prepared you

can have mock interviews with them so

that you get to just up how the

interviews are once you have given the

interviews you can have your resume

prepared you can have your resume

reviewed as well right and once that is

done you can ask referrals from them and

they'll be referring you as well so what

you can do is you can go to the website

repl you can check out all the mentors

and book a free trial session with

whoever you feel like you can talk with

them and once you get onboarded by the

way you can use stri th000 if you want

some extra credits or you can ask the

mentor directly during that free trial s

to give you a discount codes that you

can have some additional discount right

so you will find the link of pre-placed

in the description make sure you check

it out because they've got some amazing

mentors so let's come to the next one

which is the New Vertical course

subjects on take forward from a long

time people were saying that we need

course subjects and take it forward now

for this what we have done is we have

collaborated with our notes like

LinkedIn key notes key star who is RI uh

SOI works as a software engineer at

Walmart and I asked her if she could

make videos and if we can use that those

videos on our website and she has a

greed s welcome to the channel yeah so

hi everyone and hi rat very grateful you

invited me on your yes yes like what do

people call

you people usually call me notes because

I guess my notes bomed a lot on link so

and it was also helping people yes so

now she is making videos on dbms uh

computer networks and operating system

so we thought that why not bring this

vertical onto our website so first

question uh really like quick quick uh

thing now we know DSA is very very

important right uh we use DSA like I use

DSA in my day to-day life fundamentally

not a direct implementation we don't

invert a b but we do use DSL underneath

every programming language so is

important but what about cor subjects I

know it is important but like if if you

have to say how is it important what is

your like I have given many interviews

and in that interviews I realized that

apart from DSC people are also focusing

on OCS topics they're asking question on

ddms and also if you get into a company

as a software engineer as a pack

engineer you mostly de with high data

basis High data so in that cases also

it's very important so uh core CS is

kind of very important now PS consist of

three subjects first one is dbms second

is operating system and third is

computer networks so dbns is kind of

mostly asked in the interviews because

of we mostly use the SPL queries to do

some queries in our databases then

second is operating system which is also

asked and third is CM which is like

asked but in some of the companies only

so uh DBS is kind of a subject which is

mostly asked and apart from that all

other subjects are also now what we have

done on taking forward is what R has

done is she has curated uh a list of

questions and she has put them into a

sheet okay sheet is very famous and

taking forward so we decided that we'll

put it in a format of sheet so that you

can start right from the first clip and

you can go to the last level and that

subject preparation will be done so see

uh how have you made these three

subjects sheet can you give a bit of

insights into

it yes so uh since I told ear that I

have given a lot of interviews so there

I got many problem statements which are

like mostly As in the interviews and are

also very important to understand the

course concept and the core fundamental

of the subject so that is why the sheet

is divided into basically subtopics and

in that particular subtopics you will

get a fundamental topic which will help

you to get familiar with that particular

topic and then there are lot of practice

questions which will make you very much

confident about that particular topic so

we have included all the fundamental

topics basically theoretical videos

along with all the practice questions

and if you go on the website you can

also see that there is a notes section

where you can get the notes which would

be very helpful for a quick revision and

if you want to understand a topic in

very depth also so that is also a plus

point there and uh it has been curated

in such a way that maybe videos are more

but all the videos are very crisp if you

watch it on 1.5x or 2x you will get an

proper understanding and for each and

every topic there is a video so you

don't need to watch an entire video for

only a single topic you you can go ahead

and watch a topic video and it's very

easy perfect uh so again we have we have

curated the three subjects sheets which

is basically dvms compter Network and

operating system because these three

subjects are very very important

fundamentally and interview wise as well

so a quick question R I saw that I think

most of the dbms videos are done I'll be

linking them very very soon I know there

are some videos uh left out to be linked

we're doing that probably on this

weekend how many videos are done and uh

what's the timeline that we would be

finishing all the

videos yeah so dbms is kind of on a

verge of completion there are just small

topics which are left which would be

like out very soon and then we are

planning a 30 days operating system

Series in which we'll try to upload all

the videos in 30 days and within two

months we'll try to complete the entire

four seies approximately perfect uh so

bookmark this subscribe to R's channel

so that you get notification whenever

she uploads a video and you can just

binge watch it TR me checking out the

videos they're so crisp they just put

your earphones then watch it couple of

days and you should be prop like a

fundamental would be very very strong

You' be ready for your interview as well

for your job right so thank you R for

coming on the channel and thank you for

making the sheet right so you'll find

R's YouTube channel Link in the

description make sure you subscribe to

it thanks R uh thanks for coming

right yeah thank you Raj for calling me

and all the best to everyone who are

preparing for for your inter interviews

perfect uh so let's come to the next one

which is system design and competive

programming right so a lot of people are

again preparing a lot of people are

wanting to upscale system design is a

key thing correct so we have a sheet

dedicated to system design again gorab

gorab if you know he has helped me to

curate this sheet so it's a sheet if you

just go through right from the start

till the end you'll have a lot of

knowledge when it comes to system design

you can actually go and crack an

interview it's just not about interview

you'll have a lot of knowledge both of

that sheet again videos are there notes

are there everything is linked that you

can easily prepare for one from one

platform uh other thing competive

programming again this particular

section we haven't gone into depth but

for beginners who are planning to start

on CP of a people who are failing to

crack the online assessment round we

have created the sheet in such a format

that you touch every concept that comes

in competive programming we have

attached probably three or four practice

problems for every concept right so you

can go through that computer programming

sheet if you're starting off but if you

are someone who is around 1,800 1900 on

code coures sheet is not for you it is

for beginners for people who are under

1500 under 1600 and are looking to go

towards at 18800 1900 Mark right so you

can check that out as well let's talk

about the last part that is the future

of TQ forward now we have disabled ads

right so we're coming up with TQ forward

plus so there is a lot of things s on

the internet stver A2Z sheet will be

taken down the YouTube channel videos

some videos will be made private so let

me clear some air on it whatever you use

on taking forward today will stay as it

is you will not be charged anything

every video that you see on takeing

forward will stay as it is yes till the

day I'm alive till the day I can pay the

bills comfortably takeing forward will

be up and running got it the second

thing what is takeing forward plus be

adding some additional features which

will make this particular platform a

premium platform a platform for DSA

which you haven't seen you haven't seen

there is no platform on the market which

comes closer to this yes that is what T

forward plus will be when will it be

launched in 45 to 60 days is what we

estimating we have built it inhouse yes

I built it from scratch and it is

amazing trust me it is amazing so please

make sure you wait for it it will be

launching I will be it be coming with a

lot of more surprises on take forward as

well as we move forward so this will be

it for this particular video I'll be

leaving out's YouTube channel Link in

the description make sure you subscribe

to it right and yeah with this I'll be

wrapping up this video let's finish the

video whenever your heart is

broken don't ever forget your

golden I will find light in