Did My First Hard Problem :) A Milestone Achieved I am beyond excited to share that I have successfully tackled my first “hard” problem on LeetCode! 🎉 It feels surreal to reflect on my journey so far. Just a month ago, I was intimidated by even the easiest problems, and now here I am, …
Continue ReadingNavigating Internal Transfers in Big Tech: A Personal Dilemma In the fast-paced world of big tech, career paths often take unexpected turns. A recent experience from my own journey highlights the complexities involved when pursuing an internal transfer, particularly when team dynamics and managerial …
Continue ReadingFinally Made It to 3 Magic Figure!! I’m thrilled to announce that I have officially made it into the three-digit club on LeetCode! 🎉 This milestone is not just about the numbers; it represents countless hours of problem-solving, learning, and growth in my journey as a software engineer. My …
Continue ReadingGet All Data from 7 Tables Over 2 Hops in the Intranet In the world of software development, especially when it comes to designing and optimizing database interactions, it’s imperative to scrutinize every architectural decision. Recently, I found myself in a design discussion at my reputable …
Continue ReadingGoogle L4 Phone Screen: Navigating Mixed Feedback Recently, I received an email regarding my phone screen for a Level 4 (L4) position at Google. The feedback from the interviewer was described as “a little mixed,” which led to a request for a follow-up chat to discuss the next steps. …
Continue ReadingGoogle TPS in Less Than a Month: A Journey into DSA Preparation Hello fellow leetcoders! I’m thrilled to share that I have a Technical Phone Screen (TPS) scheduled with Google in their Bangalore office for early careers in the first week of January. As someone who is fairly new to Data Structures …
Continue ReadingHow Bad Was My Google Interview…? Introduction Job interviews at tech giants like Google can often be a rollercoaster of emotions, especially during coding rounds. I want to share my experience from one of the final coding rounds for an L3/Early Career position in the US. The challenge …
Continue ReadingHow to Help Your Team Member Improve Without Insulting Them In the collaborative world of software development, we often encounter situations where a team member’s work might not meet the expected standards. This can lead to frustration not only for the person reviewing the code but also for the …
Continue ReadingHow Long Does Google Take to Schedule an Initial Screening? When it comes to applying for jobs, particularly at tech giants like Google, one frequently asked question is: “How long does it take to schedule an initial screening interview?” This question is not only relevant for candidates …
Continue ReadingI Need Your Help: Preparing for the ICPC As a junior in the computer science realm, you’re embarking on a remarkable journey by signing up for the International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC). This esteemed competition tests your problem-solving skills, data structures, and algorithms, …
Continue ReadingLooking for Recruitment Agencies in the US for Client Sharing and Collaboration In the ever-evolving landscape of recruitment, agencies are continuously seeking innovative ways to enhance their service offerings and expand their client base. A burgeoning approach gaining traction is collaboration …
Continue ReadingMeta ng Experience: A New Grad’s Journey Through the Interview Process Introduction Navigating the job market as a new graduate can be daunting, especially when it comes to technical interviews. Recently, I went through the interview process at Meta, and I’d like to share my experience, the …
Continue ReadingMicro-Frontends or Micro-App Pain Points? In the ever-evolving landscape of frontend development, the micro-frontend architecture has emerged as a compelling solution for large-scale applications. However, it’s not without its challenges. As teams grapple with the complexities of massive Angular UI …
Continue ReadingMoving to Higher Paying Roles as a UK Developer As a developer in the UK, navigating your career towards higher-paying roles can be a daunting yet rewarding journey. In this post, we’ll explore the paths that UK-based developers have taken to elevate their earnings, particularly aiming for roles …
Continue ReadingNeed Advice for Wissen Technologies R2 Spaceship Java Interview Hi everyone, I’m reaching out to the community as I prepare for an exciting opportunity with Wissen Technologies for their R2 Spaceship Java role. The interview is scheduled for Tuesday, and I’m eager to gather insights that could help …
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