Screen Advice for Bloomberg and Apple Full-Stack Senior Software Engineer Interviews As a senior software engineer, preparing for technical interviews with top companies like Bloomberg and Apple can be daunting, especially when the resources provided for preparation are sparse. Both companies are …
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Continue ReadingAre Job Boards Still a Must? Hi everyone, As a recruiter in the technical and IT market, I’ve spent years navigating the evolving landscape of candidate sourcing. In the past, job boards like Indeed were a staple in our recruitment toolkit, used alongside LinkedIn to find qualified candidates. …
Continue ReadingAvionte versus Bullhorn: A Comparative Analysis When it comes to recruitment software, two names frequently surface in discussions: Avionte and Bullhorn. While both platforms are widely used in the staffing and recruitment industry, they cater to slightly different needs and have their own unique …
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Continue ReadingBest Way to Learn Node as an Infra/DevOps Engineer Hello, fellow tech enthusiasts! As an Infra/DevOps engineer, you might have found yourself in a situation where you’re grappling with tools that are heavily reliant on Node.js and its ecosystem, particularly when using frameworks like …
Continue ReadingInterview Preparation for Bloomberg Mobile App Engineer Role Hello everyone! I’m reaching out to share my journey as I prepare for an upcoming interview for a Senior Mobile App Engineer position at Bloomberg. With the interview scheduled for two weeks from now, I’m eager to gather insights and …
Continue ReadingIs This Normal? Navigating the Complexities of Contracted Work in Software Development Introduction In the world of software development, the dynamics between internal teams and external agencies can often lead to confusion, frustration, and a feeling of being pulled in multiple directions. As a …
Continue ReadingJob Shift After Accenture? Transitioning from a role as an Associate Software Engineer at Accenture can be a pivotal moment in a tech professional’s career. Many individuals find themselves questioning the next steps after completing their initial two years of training and project work at the …
Continue ReadingLeadership Journey: From Personal Growth to Growing Others Before you are a leader, success is about growing yourself, but when you become a leader, success is all about growing others. Embrace the responsibility to inspire, guide, and uplift those around you, for in their growth lies the true …
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Continue ReadingNew Team Help: Navigating Sustaining Engineering Management Hello, super helpful community! I recently embarked on a new journey as a sustaining engineering manager after spending my entire career in traditional product and manufacturing engineering. My background encompasses various fields, …
Continue ReadingSalary Expectations in the Tech Industry: A Case Study Introduction In the world of technology, particularly in competitive markets like London, salary discussions often spark a whirlwind of opinions and insights. Recently, a post surfaced in a developer community where a 9-year experienced Java …
Continue ReadingRn in a Bookshop: Must Buy 7 Different Algorithms/Data Structures Books! Introduction Imagine being in a bookshop with a daunting ultimatum: you must choose seven different books on algorithms and data structures, or face the wrath of an impatient shopkeeper. It’s a challenging yet exciting task, …
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