# Computer Science - Intensive Specialization

This specialization dives deep into computer science from algorithms and data structures all the way through databases, compilers, operating systems, and other advanced topics. It is best attempted as the capstone to tier 4 as it reinforces the breadth of knowledge built in that tier.

**Note:** Though this list may seem far shorter than other specializations, this specialization is actually far more work. There is a LOT of study involved.

| **Practice**                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         | **Status** | **Evidence** |
| :----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :--------: | :----------: |
| Study all topics for [Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering](https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/gate-cs-notes-gq/)                                                                                                                                                                                                                        |            |
| Take the exam found in the [2018 Paper](https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/original-gate-previous-year-question-papers-cse-and-it-gq/) and grade it according to the 2019 Keys or [take the exam online](https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/gate-cs-2018/)                                                                                     |            |
| Study all topics for [Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering](https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/gate-cs-notes-gq/) this time creating a comprehensive set of 'last-minute notes' similar to what is [found here](https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/lmns-gq/)                                                                                  |            |
| Thoroughly study/review your 'last-minute notes' with the goal of attaining the best score possible on the next exam                                                                                                                                                                                                                 |            |
| Take the exam found in the [2019 Paper](https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/original-gate-previous-year-question-papers-cse-and-it-gq/) and grade it according to the 2019 Keys or [take the exam online](https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/gate-cs-2019/) - consider this a 'closed book' test, but take as long as you'd like to complete it |            |
| If you did not pass the exam with at least 80% correct, repeat the study process and then take the 2017 test as an open book exam. Then, retake the 2019 exam closed book.                                                                                                                                                           |            |
| **Capstone**                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         | **Status** | **Evidence** |
| Create a website highlighting what you learned and built during this specialization. Use this as an opportunity to create a portfolio of your projects, notes, blog posts, etc.                                                                                                                                                      |            |              |