The Big Tech Coding Interview Framework - Pt 4. Review
The 4th part in a 4 part series on how to approach every programming interview, regardless of the topic.
Daniel Habib
Daniel is a self taught software engineer who spent over two years studying for programming interviews. As the only person he knew studying, the process was lonely and often isolating when he had to skip out on social events and get up 3 hours before work to get his studying in. He often felt burnt out and would study consistently for two months before taking a month off. The process was long and grueling but eventually paid off when Daniel received offers from Facebook & Google.
At Facebook, Daniel frequently conducted technical interviews. As someone who went through the process himself, he was able to provided honest feedback to all of the interviewees to help them grow.
After a few years, Daniel left Facebook to go through Y Combinator and after a company pivot, Hackpack emerged. His goal was to create an environment where engineers could go through the programming interview process with everything he wished he had when he was studying. Hackpack was created to provide support and beat burnout during a time of stress.
The 4th part in a 4 part series on how to approach every programming interview, regardless of the topic.
Breaking down the five stages (Zero, Research, Repetition, Refinement & Master) and how to move through each one efficiently.
How I got over imposter syndrome while working at Meta. I had worked towards this goal of working in Big Tech for so long, that it was hard for me to believe I actually got there. Post-imposter syndrome, I can now share some advice for anyone who may be experiencing the same thing.
When I got my first interview at Google, I had 0 engineering experience. I went through the phone screen and completely failed, realizing that I was way less prepared than I had imagined. Right after I failed, I put an invite on my calendar for exactly a year later to follow up with the recruiter and reapply. I failed again, and then decided it was time for a change in my study habits.
Hackpack founder Daniel Habib interviews Hackpack Alumnni Leo who just got a job at Microsoft. They discuss how he got the job, the resources he used, and advice for anyone who is currently studying for programming interviews.
It is no secret that the process of studying for programming interviews can be quite isolating. Not only do you have to worry about the material itself, but also the pressure of needing to perform well in order to get a job offer. This can lead to a lot of stress and burnout, especially if you are not used to this type of environment. We discuss some tips to help you stay focused as you study.
At the end of most interviews you get an opportunity to ask your interviewer questions. This is a great opportunity to help you stand out from the rest.
How do you know if you're picking a project that is impressive and going to help you get an interview? Here are a few tips to help you optimize your projects when applying to Big Tech companies.
Here's a quick list of questions that you can ask yourself to help you figure out if you are ready for your FAANG interview.
Everyone knows that you need to know data structures and algorithms for coding interviews, but sometimes people neglect the other key skills required to land the job. In this post I’ll break down what these skills are, offer some guidance on how to get started, and share a resource for free mock interviews.
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