The Economic Times

'You don't need a degree': He got into IIT Delhi, then walked away from it for Microsoft. This 19-year-old's career move is going viral

A 19-year-old has bypassed IIT Delhi's prestigious academic path for a software engineering role at Microsoft. Ashish Kumar Verma, already a Google Developer Expert, believes practical building and output are paramount in tech, not just degrees. His decision highlights a growing trend among India's Gen-Z, prioritizing real-world experience and direct industry engagement over traditional educational routes, inspiring many to forge their own paths.