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Junior Software Developer

Innovate Labs Private Limited

2 rounds | 2 Coding problems

Anushka Yadav

Fresher | Mar 2023

Selected

Interview preparation journey

Journey

I began my journey in software development during college, learning the basics through online courses and daily practice. Staying consistent was challenging, but I broke the process into manageable steps and built projects that enhanced my skills. Preparing for job opportunities wasn't just about interviews; it was about being ready to contribute effectively. The key lesson I learned is that persistence and small, steady efforts lead to success. Stay curious and keep pushing forward—progress will come!

Application story

I applied for the position through LinkedIn after discovering the opportunity on the platform. The process began with an online application, followed by initial screening rounds. Once shortlisted, the HR team reached out to schedule interviews. The entire process was well-organized, with clear communication at every step.

Why selected/rejected for the role?

I was selected for the role due to my solid grasp of core concepts, relevant project experience, and effective problem-solving during the interview. This experience taught me the value of thorough preparation and clear communication.

Preparation

Duration: 6 Months

Topics: Data Structures, Algorithms, OOPS, System Design, Dynamic Programming

Tip

Tip 1: Break down complex topics into smaller, manageable parts and practice regularly.
Tip 2: Work on real-world projects or coding challenges to strengthen your problem-solving skills.
Tip 3: Revise core concepts frequently and focus on understanding rather than memorization.

Application process

Where: Linkedin

Eligibility: Computer Science Background, (Salary Package: 3LPA)

Resume tip

Tip 1: Highlight key skills and achievements relevant to the job you're applying for.
Tip 2: Keep your resume concise, well-structured, and easy to read.

Interview rounds

Round

Easy

Online Coding Interview

Duration30 minutes

Interview date20 Mar 2023

Coding problem1

1. Merge Sort

Easy

15m average time

85% success

0/40

Asked in companies

Given a sequence of numbers ‘ARR’. Your task is to return a sorted sequence of ‘ARR’ in non-descending order with help of the merge sort algorithm.

Example :

Merge Sort Algorithm -

Merge sort is a Divide and Conquer based Algorithm. It divides the input array into two-parts, until the size of the input array is not ‘1’. In the return part, it will merge two sorted arrays a return a whole merged sorted array.

The above illustrates shows how merge sort works.

Note :

It is compulsory to use the ‘Merge Sort’ algorithm.

Problem approach

Tip 1: Explain Clearly: Describe Merge Sort’s divide-and-conquer strategy and merging process.
Tip 2: Practice Coding: Implement Merge Sort to gain hands-on experience.

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Round

Easy

Video Call

Duration60 minutes

Interview date23 Mar 2023

Coding problem1

The round was conducted during regular business hours, not late at night.
The environment was professional and focused, with a clear and organized setup.
The interviewer was knowledgeable, and engaging, and provided clear questions and feedback throughout the process.

1. Two Sum

Easy

10m average time

90% success

0/40

Asked in companies

Given an array of integer nums and an integer target, return indices of the two numbers such that they add up to the target.

Problem approach

Initialize a Hash Map: Use it to store each number and its index as you iterate through the array.
Check for Complement: For each number, compute its complement (target - current_number) and check if it's in the hash map.
Return Indices: If the complement is found, return the indices of the current number and its complement. If not, add the current number and its index to the hash map.

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