Transitioning from Director of Engineering to Individual Contributor: A Personal Journey As the director of engineering at a small, intense Series A startup, I’ve found myself in a position that many early-stage startup employees can relate to. Having been with the company since its seed …
Continue ReadingLeetCode Premium: Top Google Interview Questions in the Last 30 Days Introduction Hello, fellow developers! Navigating the world of coding interviews can be quite daunting, especially with tech giants like Google. Recently, there has been an increased interest in the top LeetCode questions that …
Continue ReadingMongoDB Senior Software Engineer Interview Questions: Patterns for Phone Screening and Onsite Interviewing for a Senior Software Engineer position at MongoDB can be a daunting experience, especially when it comes to preparing for both phone screenings and onsite interviews. While many resources …
Continue ReadingPlease Suggest Me a Good Project Idea to Stand Out As an aspiring Software Development Engineer (SDE) with 1.5 years of professional experience, you might find yourself facing challenges in the competitive job market. A key hurdle is getting your resume shortlisted, and one effective way to enhance …
Continue ReadingSanta as a Recruiter If Santa were a recruiter, he would undoubtedly be among the best in the industry. Why, you ask? Because he possesses a unique set of skills and insights that would make him an exceptional talent acquisition professional. Let’s explore how Santa’s qualities align with effective …
Continue ReadingSenior Dev Role Interview: Hoodie and Jeans? When preparing for an interview as a senior developer, one of the questions that often arises is, “What should I wear?” While this may seem like a trivial concern, the answer can vary significantly based on company culture, the specific role, …
Continue ReadingNavigating the “Tell Me About a Project” Interview Question: Strategies for Success Interviewing for software engineering positions can often feel like an uphill battle, especially when faced with the dreaded “Tell me about a complex project you’ve worked on” question. As a developer …
Continue ReadingSummary: I Need Your Help In the realm of computer science and data structures, the pursuit of knowledge is a collaborative effort. A recent discussion on Reddit, titled I Need Your Help, exemplifies this spirit of inquiry and collaboration. This blog post aims to summarize the insights shared in …
Continue ReadingSummary: Should I Take a Break from DSA? In the realm of computer science, particularly in preparation for coding interviews and competitive programming, Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) form the bedrock of problem-solving. However, the journey through DSA can often feel overwhelming, leading …
Continue ReadingUber Pre-screen OA for New Grads in Amsterdam 2024 Hey everyone! I wanted to share my recent experience with the pre-screen Online Assessment (OA) for a new grad position at Uber in Amsterdam. I took the assessment just four days ago, and while it was challenging, I managed to complete all the …
Continue ReadingWhat are some good ways to find part-time gigs for very experienced developers? In the creative world, designers often find themselves with a spectrum of projects—ranging from simple logo creation using AI tools to complex brand identities that command hefty fees. This variance is less prevalent in …
Continue ReadingWhat to Expect in Oracle Health’s EM Interview? I have an upcoming interview with Oracle Health for a Software Engineering Manager position, and I wanted to share my thoughts and seek insights from others who may have gone through a similar process. The challenge I’m facing is that most …
Continue ReadingWhat’s Better for Large Scale Applications: A Few Big Downloads or Lots of Little Ones? As mobile developers, we often ponder the intricacies of backend architecture, especially when it comes to scaling applications to accommodate large user bases. The decision between sending large payloads …
Continue ReadingWhat’s Your Biggest Sev1 That Became Forgotten Post-RCA? In our fast-paced tech industry, Severity 1 (Sev1) incidents are an inevitable part of the landscape. These high-impact outages can disrupt services, frustrate users, and challenge even the most seasoned engineers. Yet, once the immediate …
Continue ReadingRising from Early Career Challenges: Stories of Transformation and Achievement Introduction In the tech industry, the path to high performance is rarely linear. Many professionals find themselves struggling during the early years of their careers, only to eventually rise to prominence. This blog …
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