India, July 22 -- A viral post on X (formerly Twitter) has caught attention after an Indian techie claimed that earning Rs.40 lakh per annum (LPA) is not a "mythical feat" for mid-level software engineers. The post has sparked discussion in the tech community, with many agreeing that smart strategy and bold negotiation can make such salaries possible.

The post was shared by Saurabh Yadav, a software engineer who shares tips based on his personal experiences.

In the post, the engineer encourages others to start job interviews even if they don't feel fully ready.

"Start interviewing as soon as you feel even 50% ready," the post reads.

According to Yadav, early interviews help candidates get real experience, especially in areas like syst...