ARCTERN CONSULTING Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. All employees having same salary in the smae department sql and pysprk
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Q2. How to create pipeline in databricks
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To create a pipeline in Databricks, you can use Databricks Jobs or Apache Airflow for orchestration.
• Use Databricks Jobs to create a pipeline by scheduling notebooks or Spark jobs.

• Utilize Apache Airflow for more complex pipeline orchestration with dependencies and monitoring.

• Leverage Databricks Delta for managing data pipelines with ACID transactions and versioning.
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Q3. Palindrome, 2nd char in every word make is to upper case, sql rank and dense rank releated questions , given 2 tables country and city we need to calculate total population in each continent by joining the...read more
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Q4. String manuplation questions inpython
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Q1. What is an abstract class?
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An abstract class is a class that cannot be instantiated and may contain abstract methods that must be implemented by its subclasses.
• Cannot be instantiated directly

• May contain abstract methods

• Used as a blueprint for other classes
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Q2. What is abstraction?
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Abstraction is the process of hiding complex details and showing only the essential features of an object or system.
• Abstraction allows us to focus on what an object does, rather than how it does it

• It helps in simplifying complex systems by breaking them down into smaller, more manageable parts

• Examples of abstraction include using a car without needing to understand its internal combustion engine, or using a smartphone
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Q3. Best sorting algo?time complexity of it?
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QuickSort is one of the best sorting algorithms with an average time complexity of O(n log n).
• QuickSort is a divide and conquer algorithm that works by selecting a 'pivot' element and partitioning the array around the pivot.

• It has an average time complexity of O(n log n) and a worst-case time complexity of O(n^2).

• Example: ['apple', 'banana', 'cherry', 'date', 'fig'] can be sorted using QuickSort.

• Example: ['3', '1', '4'...read more
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Q4. You have been provided a sorted list time complexity achieved after we apply bubble sorting
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Bubble sorting has a time complexity of O(n^2) for a sorted list.
• Bubble sorting has a worst-case time complexity of O(n^2) for a sorted list.

• The time complexity does not change even if the list is already sorted.

• Example: If we have a sorted list of size n, bubble sorting will still take O(n^2) time.
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Q1. Have you ever been to a state other than jharkhand?
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Yes, I have been to multiple states other than Jharkhand.
• I have traveled to states like Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu for work and leisure.

• I have visited tourist destinations in states like Rajasthan, Kerala, and Himachal Pradesh.

• I have family in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal, which I have visited multiple times.
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Q1. What is the Java code for reversing a linked list?
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Reversing a linked list in Java using iterative approach.
• Create three pointers: prev, current, and next.

• Iterate through the list, updating pointers to reverse the links.

• Return the new head of the reversed list.
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Q2. How do you handle the StaleElementReferenceException in your code?
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Handle StaleElementReferenceException by re-locating the element before interacting with it.
• Use try-catch block to catch StaleElementReferenceException

• Re-locate the element using findElement method before interacting with it

• Use WebDriverWait to wait for the element to become stale
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Q1. Can you describe your project experiences?
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I have worked on various projects involving test automation, performance testing, and quality assurance processes.
• Developed automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver for web applications

• Conducted performance testing using JMeter to identify bottlenecks and optimize system performance

• Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure software meets requirements and standards

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams ...read more
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Q2. What is your strategy for designing an automation framework?
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My strategy for designing an automation framework involves identifying key functionalities, selecting appropriate tools, creating reusable components, implementing robust error handling, and integrating with CI/CD pipelines.
• Identify key functionalities to be automated based on priority and impact on testing.

• Select appropriate tools and technologies based on the application under test and team expertise.

• Create reusable ...read more
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Q1. Coalesce, SQL Order of Execution
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Q2. Given a table with fields(id, name, salary, managerId) find out the managers who have atleast 5 reportees under him/her.
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Use SQL query to count number of reportees for each manager and filter out those with atleast 5 reportees.
• Write a SQL query to count number of reportees for each manager using GROUP BY clause

• Add HAVING clause to filter out managers with atleast 5 reportees

• Example: SELECT managerId, COUNT(id) AS num_reportees FROM table_name GROUP BY managerId HAVING num_reportees >= 5
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Q3. How to manage large datasets in python
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Use libraries like pandas and dask to efficiently manage large datasets in Python.
• Use pandas library for data manipulation and analysis.

• Use dask library for parallel computing and out-of-core processing.

• Optimize memory usage by loading data in chunks or using data types efficiently.

• Consider using cloud services like AWS S3 or Google BigQuery for storing and processing large datasets.
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Q4. Name few of the commonly used python libraries used by DA
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Some commonly used Python libraries for Data Analysts are Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, and Scikit-learn.
• Pandas - used for data manipulation and analysis

• NumPy - used for numerical computing and working with arrays

• Matplotlib - used for data visualization

• Scikit-learn - used for machine learning and data mining
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Q1. What are Agile Values? Scrum Values? Scrum Ceremonies? Story Points?
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Agile values include individuals and interactions over processes and tools, while Scrum values include commitment, courage, focus, openness, and respect.
• Agile values prioritize individuals and interactions over processes and tools

• Scrum values include commitment, courage, focus, openness, and respect

• Scrum ceremonies include Sprint Planning, Daily Standup, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective

• Story points are a unit of...read more
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Q2. As project manager what docs do you prepare? How do you contribute as a PM?
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As a project manager, I prepare various documents such as project plans, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and progress reports. I contribute by leading the team, managing resources, and ensuring project success.
• Prepare project plans outlining scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines

• Create schedules to allocate tasks and track progress

• Develop budgets to manage project costs effectively

• Conduct risk assessments...read more
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Q3. Capacity? Velocity? etc Agile/Scrum-based questions (bookish) this round was taken by Rajni
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Q1. Megha took my final round and asked me questions about Agile/Scrum, Stroy Points (estimation).
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Q2. Ques on explaining Sprint Planning, Retro, Review, using Doc/Excel (screen sharing)
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Q3. Ques on Conflict and Resource Management, some scenario-based question.
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Q4. How will you make a low-performing resource a high-performing one?
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Provide clear expectations, offer support and training, provide feedback and recognition, set goals and milestones.
• Clearly communicate expectations and goals to the resource.

• Offer support and training to help the resource improve their skills and knowledge.

• Provide regular feedback and recognition for progress made.

• Set specific goals and milestones to track improvement.

• Create a development plan with the resource to addr...read more
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Q5. Megha did not hire me because she felt I had adequate knowledge and practical experience. (insecurities) Anyway, good luck with your interview.
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Q6. What is Scrum of Scrums? What is PI planning?
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Scrum of Scrums is a scaled agile framework where multiple Scrum teams coordinate their work. PI planning is a key event in SAFe where teams plan their work for the upcoming Program Increment.
• Scrum of Scrums involves representatives from each Scrum team meeting regularly to discuss dependencies and progress.

• PI planning is a two-day event where teams align on their objectives, dependencies, and priorities for the upcomi...read more
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Q1. Programming related questions.
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Q1. DSA round (easy to medium)
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Q1. Technical+ hr round
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Q1. Technical questions.
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