I Broke 900 Problems Solved. I Am Tired, lol. I can hardly believe it, but I’ve officially solved over 900 problems on LeetCode! Looking back at my journey, it feels surreal to have reached this milestone. Just a month ago, I celebrated my achievement of solving 800 problems (check out my 800-solved …
Continue ReadingNeed Some Suggestions for Landing a Backend Development Role at FAANG Hello everyone, I recently graduated from a Tier 1 college in India and have spent the past two years working for a multinational corporation (MNC) based in the United States. My primary focus has been on utilizing an internal …
Continue ReadingProject Ideas for Applying Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) in Real-Time Projects As computer science students and enthusiasts, one of the best ways to solidify our understanding of data structures and algorithms (DSA) is through practical applications. By engaging in projects that require the …
Continue ReadingWhat’s Your Current Take on Queues and Event-Driven Architecture? In recent discussions around software architecture, the focus on message queues, Pub/Sub systems, and event-driven architecture (EDA) has surged. This is particularly relevant for organizations that have experienced the pitfalls …
Continue ReadingWhy Head and Tail Pointers Cannot Point to the Same Node in a Linear (Singly) Linked List Introduction In the realm of data structures, linked lists are a fundamental concept that many students encounter early in their studies. A common point of confusion arises when discussing the head and tail …
Continue ReadingAdvice on Hiring Senior Engineers: Seeking Your Input! Hey everyone! I hope this post finds you well. I’m currently in the process of hiring for several senior software engineering roles at a company I recently joined, and I’m reaching out to gather insights and advice from this community. …
Continue ReadingAnyone Else Dyslexic? Dyslexia is often misunderstood, yet it affects a significant portion of the population in varied ways. As someone who has been diagnosed with dyslexia, I can attest to its unique challenges and how it has shaped my experiences, especially in the tech industry. Understanding …
Continue ReadingNavigating Challenges with a Difficult Squad Lead Joining a new company can be both an exciting and daunting experience, especially when stepping into a senior engineering role. While many aspects of the job may go smoothly, encountering a difficult squad lead can throw a wrench in the works, …
Continue ReadingFailed Interview for Overcomplicating a Solution Introduction Interviews can often be a daunting experience, particularly in the tech industry where problem-solving skills are paramount. Recently, I faced an interview challenge that did not go as planned due to a fundamental misunderstanding of the …
Continue ReadingNavigating the Healthcare Recruitment Landscape in the UAE The healthcare recruitment market in the UAE is a dynamic and competitive arena. Recruiters working in this sector often wonder: Is the market exhausted? How can they effectively capture the attention of hospitals and clinics? In this post, …
Continue ReadingHelp to Build the Best Recruiter Team - Brainstorming In the ever-evolving landscape of recruitment, especially for small companies, the need for an efficient and effective recruitment strategy is paramount. With a team of three recruiters, the goal is to enhance service delivery to clients without …
Continue ReadingJoin the DSA Community on Discord: A Call to Action for Python Enthusiasts! If you’re currently on the lookout for a community where you can deepen your understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) in Python, look no further! We invite you to join us on Discord, where we can connect, …
Continue ReadingInterview Experience: Seeking Specific Advice for C++ Multithreading Challenges As a fresh graduate, I recently completed an interview process that, while rigorous and educational, ultimately culminated in a disappointing conclusion: I did not pass the final technical round. The initial stages of …
Continue ReadingRetain Your Best Employees Attracting top talent is undeniably important, but retaining those exceptional employees is an entirely different challenge that many organizations face. In today’s competitive job market, where skilled professionals are in high demand, companies must prioritize retention …
Continue ReadingThe Skiplog Data Structure: A Low-Overhead Approach to Searchable Ordered Logs Introduction In the realm of data management, particularly when dealing with timestamped logs or write-ahead logs (WAL) in databases, efficiency and speed are paramount. Traditional methods of indexing logs can incur a …
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