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.