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The problem required implementing a log-watching solution (similar to the tail -f command in UNIX). In this case, the log file is hosted on a remote machine (the same machine as your server code) and is in append-only mode.

The requirements were:

1. A server-side program to monitor the given log file and stream updates as they occur. This runs on the same machine as the log file and can be implemented in any programming language.
2. A web-based client (accessible via a URL like http://localhost/log) that displays updates in the file in real time, without requiring a page refresh.
3. The page should load once and continue updating automatically.
4. The user should see the last 10 lines of the file when they first land on the page.
5. Multiple browser clients should be able to connect simultaneously and receive updates.

We were allowed to use online resources for reference, but the use of AI was not permitted.

This round was with the Director of Engineering and focused on fundamental concepts in computer networking and databases. My past projects were also discussed, including a deep dive into one of my favorite projects that I worked on during my internship.

The interview ended on a positive note, and the interviewer was impressed with my problem-solving ability and broad skill set.

The interview questions revolved around my past internship experience and projects, followed by questions about my remote work experience and how I planned to manage it, given that I had previously worked in an on-site office setup.

For example:

• You’ve worked in an on-site setup before; how do you plan to adapt to remote work?
• What challenges do you anticipate while working remotely?
• How will you ensure productivity while working from home?
• How would you build rapport with teammates in a remote setting?