Could Allowing Candidates to Use ChatGPT in Coding Interviews Actually Produce Better Results? In the evolving landscape of technical hiring, conventional coding interviews are increasingly being scrutinized for their effectiveness. A recent discussion on Reddit brought forth an interesting …
Continue ReadingCTO Startup Networking/Community Recommendations - UK/International As the CTO of an early-stage startup based in the UK but operating primarily remotely, I’ve come to realize the immense value of connecting with fellow tech leaders. Networking and community engagement are crucial for navigating the …
Continue ReadingFAANG + Big Tech Recruiters and Employees - How Thorough Are Background Checks? In the competitive landscape of tech recruitment, particularly within FAANG companies (Meta, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Google) and other big tech entities, the background check process is a crucial yet often opaque aspect …
Continue ReadingForking BlueSky: Insights and Experiences In the ever-evolving landscape of social media platforms, BlueSky has emerged as a notable player with its unique approach to decentralization. As an open-source project, it invites developers to engage, contribute, and even fork the codebase. In this post, …
Continue ReadingGoogle Onsites - Need Opinion I’ve recently wrapped up my Google coding onsite interviews, and I must admit, I’m feeling quite anxious about the experience. I wanted to share my journey here and would love to hear your thoughts and opinions. Overview of My Experience Technical Phone …
Continue ReadingHow is Google Using Machine Learning to Automate Comment Resolution in Code Reviews? Code reviews are a critical component of software development, ensuring quality and maintainability. However, studies indicate that developers can spend up to 35% of their time on this process. While essential, code …
Continue ReadingHow is Heapify O(n)? Heapify is a crucial operation in the construction of a heap data structure, and it garners a lot of attention for its time complexity of O(n). Many learners struggle to grasp why this operation is efficient despite its seemingly nested nature. In this post, we will break down …
Continue ReadingHow Much Would I Need to Pay an Engineer to Develop a Washing Machine? Entering the washing machine business is an exciting venture, but it also requires careful planning, especially when it comes to hiring the right engineering talent. If you’re asking yourself how much it would cost to hire …
Continue ReadingHow to Get Motivated to Look for Better Opportunities in Tech Navigating your career in tech can be a daunting task, especially when you find yourself in a job that feels just “okay.” It’s easy to become complacent when you’re in a role that pays the bills, but when you know there are …
Continue ReadingI Can’t Figure Out Why This Code Fails (and Neither Can ChatGPT) Recently, I encountered an interesting problem while attempting to solve a LeetCode challenge that required checking whether a binary tree is fully symmetrical. Despite my best efforts, my initial implementation produced …
Continue ReadingIs It a Red Flag When the Org Makes Everyone Share Logins for Paid Tools? In the world of startups and small organizations, resource management often becomes a tightrope walk between frugality and efficiency. One common practice that raises eyebrows is the sharing of logins for paid tools among team …
Continue ReadingThe Infinite Time Sink of UI Improvement: Understanding the Phenomenon In the world of front-end development, there’s a unique phenomenon that many developers encounter: the seemingly infinite time sink of improving a User Interface (UI). As developers, we often find ourselves in a perpetual …
Continue ReadingLinkedIn Automation: A Double-Edged Sword for Recruiters In the fast-paced world of recruitment, efficiency and speed are paramount. As hiring demands grow, many recruiters are turning to technology for solutions. One tool that’s gained significant traction is LinkedIn automation. Many are …
Continue ReadingMeta Ghosted Me After Onsite Even Though I Have Pending Deadlines Navigating the job interview process can be a rollercoaster of emotions, especially when you’re left hanging after an onsite interview. Recently, I found myself in an unsettling situation with Meta that I felt compelled to …
Continue ReadingMeta Tagged Questions on LeetCode: A Guide for New Grads As a new grad preparing for technical interviews, the importance of practice cannot be overstated. With the pressure of upcoming full loop interviews, particularly at companies like Meta, having access to the right resources is crucial. …
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