×96“My journey as a computer science student”
@gazi.ai · 665K followers
This creator normally gets 123K views. This one got 13M. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.
A computer science student shares her journey from high school with no coding experience to getting job offers from Amazon and Oxford for a Master's degree. The video highlights her struggles and successes through each year of university, showing her progression in skills and academic performance.
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Why it worked
The video works because it tells a relatable underdog story of overcoming challenges in a demanding field, culminating in significant achievements. The use of on-screen text and a popular audio trend makes it engaging and easily digestible, appealing to viewers interested in personal growth, education, and career success in tech.
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