Question: Coding question related to infectious diseases(similar leetcode). The feedback was very positive.
Round 2: Onsite - Refactoring
Question: Refactoring exercise.
Round 3: Onsite - Coding
Question: Coding question using a custom toy language. I finished 25-30 minutes early, and the feedback was good.
Round 4: Onsite - System Design
Question: System design question focused on payment systems. I prepared thoroughly using various resources and answered the interviewer's follow-up questions well. The interviewer indicated that we covered almost everything.
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Preparation Tips & Key Takeaways
What I Learned
Thorough preparation is crucial, especially using resources like past interview experiences and system design platforms.
Even with strong preparation, the interview outcome can be unpredictable. It's important to remain resilient and continue improving.
Recommended Preparation
Coding Practice
Focus on practicing coding questions that require clear explanations of thought processes while coding.
Practice with different types of coding problems, including those involving custom languages.
System Design
Deeply study common system design scenarios, such as payment systems.
Use resources like interview experiences and system design platforms to understand various approaches and follow-up questions.
Refactoring
Practice refactoring existing code to improve its structure and readability.
Be prepared to explain the rationale behind the refactoring choices.
Resources I Recommend
Online interview experiences to understand the types of questions asked.
System design resources to study common system design scenarios.
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
Assuming that strong preparation guarantees a positive outcome.
Neglecting the importance of clearly communicating thought processes during coding interviews.