New Delhi, Sept. 19 -- In a world where thousands graduate with computer science degrees each year, where AI tools can auto-complete entire functions, and where companies are experimenting with no-code platforms, one question often surfaces among aspiring software engineers:

"Is it still worth investing in strong coding skills?"

The answer, simply put, is - more than ever.

As the software industry gets noisier, more crowded, and increasingly automated, strong foundational coding skills remain one of the few things that truly set exceptional engineers apart from the rest. They are not just resume boosters - they're career accelerators.

It's no secret that India produces more than 1.5 million engineering graduates annually. Yet, a signi...