4 Hour Amazon OA? What to Expect and How to Prepare If you’ve recently applied for a new grad role at Amazon and received an email about a 4-hour Online Assessment (OA), you’re probably feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety. You’re not alone in this; many candidates find …
Continue ReadingBusiness Knowledge vs. Tech Knowledge: Which Holds More Value? In the dynamic landscape of the tech industry, one question often arises for professionals looking to pivot their careers: What holds more value—business knowledge or technical knowledge? As someone currently positioned as a QA in a …
Continue ReadingContest Rating Delay: Understanding the Process Introduction In the world of competitive programming, timely feedback on performance is crucial. It not only shapes our understanding of our skills but also influences our overall ranking and placement in future contests. Recently, a question arose in …
Continue ReadingDesirable and Undesirable Traits Over the Decades in Software Development The landscape of software development has undergone significant changes over the past few decades, influencing the skills, traits, and behaviors that are celebrated or frowned upon in the industry. In this post, we will …
Continue ReadingDo You Have to Learn Regular Expressions in Python for LeetCode? As a programmer transitioning from C++ to Python, you might find yourself questioning the necessity of learning regular expressions (regex) for tackling LeetCode problems. This post aims to explore the relevance of regex in the context …
Continue ReadingEngineering Management vs Project Management: Understanding the Distinctions Navigating the realms of engineering management and project management can be a perplexing endeavor, especially for those contemplating a career in one of these fields. While they may seem similar at first glance, these …
Continue ReadingGot a Phone Call from Amazon for an Interview but Didn’t Receive Any Mail Introduction Receiving a phone call from a prestigious company like Amazon for an interview can be an exhilarating experience. However, it can also lead to confusion and anxiety, especially when you don’t receive a …
Continue ReadingHow to Gauge if a Remote Employee Needs Help or is Sandbagging In the modern workplace, especially with the rise of remote work, gauging employee performance has become increasingly complex. Managers often find themselves questioning whether an employee genuinely needs assistance or if they are …
Continue ReadingHow to Deal with Junior Developers Who Seek Feedback but Resist Change Navigating the complexities of software development can be challenging, especially when you’re working with junior developers who frequently seek your feedback but seem to dismiss it in favor of their own ideas. This …
Continue ReadingHow to Deal with High Client Churn While Working with SMBs As someone who has been running an agency focused on permanent placements for the past four years, I’ve had the privilege of working with a diverse array of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). However, one stark realization has emerged …
Continue ReadingI Hope Companies Bring Back In-Person Interviews In the competitive landscape of tech hiring, the transition to remote interviews has been a double-edged sword. While it has increased accessibility for candidates, it has also fostered an environment where some individuals may resort to unethical …
Continue ReadingIs It Difficult to Hire Engineering Managers Now? In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, hiring the right engineering managers (EMs) has become an increasingly complex challenge. Recent observations reveal a worrying trend: while there may be a substantial number of available EMs, many …
Continue ReadingIs Something Odd with the LeetCode Topic Tags? Recently, I stumbled upon an interesting observation while exploring the well-known LeetCode problem “Two Sum.” Upon checking the topics section for this problem, I was surprised to find an unusually large number of tags associated with it. …
Continue ReadingIs There a Guide Focused on Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) for Internships? Embarking on the journey to secure an internship in software development can be both exciting and daunting. One of the critical areas that candidates often need to master is Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA). But is …
Continue ReadingLeetCode Rating Dropped Despite Doing 400+ Questions: Any Advice? Introduction It can be incredibly disheartening to put in the hours, solve over 400 questions, and still see your LeetCode rating drop after contests. Many users grapple with this issue, often feeling frustrated despite their hard …
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