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Updated 7 Oct 2024

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posted on 12 Sep 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Merge intervals ( Leetcode)
  • Q2. Buy and sell stocks II (Leetcode)
  • Q3. Runtime polymorphism and how it works vptr and vtable
  • Ans. 

    Runtime polymorphism in C++ is achieved through virtual functions, vptr (virtual pointer), and vtable (virtual table).

    • Runtime polymorphism allows objects of different classes to be treated as objects of a common superclass.

    • Virtual functions are declared in a base class and overridden in derived classes to achieve polymorphism.

    • vptr is a pointer that points to the vtable of an object, allowing dynamic binding of virtual ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Which version of c++ you use
  • Ans. 

    I primarily use C++17, but I am familiar with earlier versions as well.

    • I am comfortable working with features introduced in C++17 such as structured bindings and constexpr if

    • I have experience with earlier versions like C++11 and C++14

    • I stay updated with the latest features and improvements in C++ standards

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Design patterns
  • Q6. Have you used any windows api's?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have used Windows API's extensively in my previous projects.

    • I have used Windows API's for tasks such as creating windows, handling messages, and interacting with system resources.

    • Examples include using functions like CreateWindow, SendMessage, and ReadFile.

    • I have also worked with specific Windows API's like Winsock for networking and WinINet for internet-related tasks.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. One debugging question was given which will test knowledge on copy constructor, copy assignment, their return type move constructor, move assignment shallow copy, deep copy runtime polymorphism pointer ini...
  • Q2. What is dynamic_cast where it can fail and what will happen in that case
  • Ans. 

    dynamic_cast is a C++ operator used for safe downcasting of pointers and references in polymorphic classes.

    • dynamic_cast is used to safely downcast a pointer or reference from a base class to a derived class.

    • It can fail if the object being casted is not of the target type, in which case it returns a null pointer for pointers or throws a std::bad_cast exception for references.

    • Dynamic_cast can only be used with pointers o...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Same debugging question while making it advance how will you handle in case there is data member of pointer to int array in deep copy how will you ensure that it does delete previous data in case new opera...
  • Q2. What is union in c++
  • Ans. 

    Union in C++ is a data structure that allows storing different data types in the same memory location.

    • Unions are similar to structures but all members share the same memory location.

    • Only one member of a union can be accessed at a time.

    • Unions are useful when you need to store different data types in the same memory space.

    • Example: union MyUnion { int i; float f; };

    • Example: MyUnion u; u.i = 10; // Accessing integer member

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is weak pointer
  • Ans. 

    Weak pointer is a type of smart pointer in C++ that does not control the lifetime of the object it points to.

    • Weak pointers are used to break circular references in shared pointers.

    • They do not increase the reference count of the object.

    • They are used in scenarios where the object may be deleted while there are still weak pointers pointing to it.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are processes and threads memory is allocated to what process or threads? what is mutex and semaphore how many threads/process can you launch at a time what is meaning of core in 4-core system what is...
  • Ans. 

    Processes and threads are units of execution in a computer system. Memory is allocated to processes. Mutex and semaphore are synchronization mechanisms. Core refers to a processing unit in a multi-core system. Context switching is the process of switching between different processes or threads.

    • Processes are independent units of execution with their own memory space and resources.

    • Threads are lightweight units of executi...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What is this pointer tell me situation where only this pointer can be used nothing else will work

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I was interviewed before May 2016.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: written test
Experience: it was elitmus test conducted by the company itself on campus. As per my knowledge only those scoring 90 percentile got selected for round 2.
Tips: Attempt only those ques that are necessary for scoring 90+ in e litmus. Specially in verbal don't attempt more then required questions, though you might be tempted. The aim is not to score max bt to score 90+

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This was a programming based round. I was asked to write algorithms for various array linked list based problems. There was cross questioning prompting to reduce complexity and to use different data structures for same problems.

Mostly it focused on subjects like c, data structures and ADA.
Tips: Be clear with basic of data structures and algorithms. Pointers, queue, stacks, array linked lists, sorting etc are the keywords.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This was a information security specific round since that was my major. In depth cross questioning on my thesis topics, honeypots, network intrusion etc. Security certificates, and on the go problems to provide security solution layer wise in different scenarios. Security concept of torrents was also asked in detail.
Tips: It was more of a security discussion and throwing of ideas about how things in a particular case could work or could not. Don't worry about right or wrong answer just be clear with your reasoning about the solution you are suggesting.

Round: Other Interview
Experience: I don't know what to name this round, but it focused mainly on developing test cases for an object. Say they gave me a stapler and said to develop a test plan listing down test cases for a given object to pass so that it can be confirmed that it is a stapler. Another scenario was with a lift.
Tips: This is one round where your presence of mind and inter personal skills matter. I think the way you present your thoughts was most important here.

Round: Behavioural Interview
Experience: This was was mostly about how would you react in a given professional situation
Like your assigned work could not be completed on time, or if you are doing something wrong with the work assigned.
Tips: This is all about inter personal skills and putting your best foot forward :)

College Name: Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University For Women, Delhi

I was interviewed in Sep 2016.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Questions aren't tough but they take more time to read itself.
Tips: First try to attempt the questions which are seemingly small. Reading bigger questions first and wasting more time on that isnt a good idea at all.
Duration: 30 minutes
Total Questions: 30

Skills: Technical Skill, Analytical Skills
College Name: IIT Kharagpur

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. What is a program, task and threads
  • Ans. 

    A program is a set of instructions that tells a computer what to do. A task is a unit of work performed by a program. A thread is a sequence of instructions within a task.

    • A program is a collection of instructions that are executed by a computer to perform a specific task.

    • A task is a unit of work that is performed by a program. It can be a specific action or a set of actions.

    • A thread is a sequence of instructions within...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Delete a node in a linked list
  • Ans. 

    To delete a node in a linked list, we need to adjust the pointers of the previous and next nodes.

    • Find the node to be deleted by traversing the linked list

    • Adjust the pointers of the previous and next nodes to skip the node to be deleted

    • Free the memory occupied by the node to be deleted

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is a function pointer and volatile type in c
  • Ans. 

    A function pointer is a variable that stores the address of a function. Volatile type is used to declare variables that can be modified by external factors.

    • Function pointers are used to pass functions as arguments to other functions.

    • Volatile type is used when a variable's value can be changed unexpectedly by external factors.

    • Function pointers can be used to implement callbacks or event handling mechanisms.

    • Volatile type...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Summarise your resume
  • Ans. 

    Experienced software developer with expertise in Java, Python, and SQL

    • Proficient in Java, Python, and SQL programming languages

    • Developed web applications using Java Spring framework

    • Experience with database management and optimization using SQL

    • Worked on various software projects in a team environment

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Paper was challenging and It was well set.

Duration: 90 minutes
Total Questions: 60

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: It was a very good experience overall. Interviewer helped to ease the tension.
Tips: Waiting time can be reduced.

General Tips: Prepare for precedence of operators in C.
Try to be fast in solving the problems.
Skills: Knowledge Of Your Resume Points, Pointers In C, Operating System Basics
Duration: 2
College Name: IIT Madras
Motivation: Qualcomm is a

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. In C programming they asked about storage classes, Volatile , Whole compilation process steps by steps, Dangling pointer , Memory leak, Memory corruption
  • Q2. In data structure they asked question on String , Linked List and array
  • Q3. Data structure question section is easy don't go for complex algorithms just study basic algorithms. like reverse the linked list in group on given size
  • Q4. They also asked question on bit manipulation. Like Check that given number binary representation is palindrome or not?
  • Q5. Swap even and odd bits in given number
  • Ans. 

    Swap even and odd bits in a given number

    • Create a mask for even bits and odd bits

    • Shift even bits to right and odd bits to left

    • Combine even and odd bits using bitwise OR operator

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

College Name: NA

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is normalization
  • Ans. 

    Normalization is the process of organizing data in a database to reduce redundancy and improve data integrity.

    • Normalization is used to eliminate data redundancy by breaking up tables into smaller, related tables.

    • It helps in reducing data anomalies such as insertion, update, and deletion anomalies.

    • Normalization is achieved through a series of stages called normal forms, with the most common being First Normal Form (1NF)...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Code for armstrong alogrithm
  • Ans. 

    Armstrong algorithm is used to find Armstrong numbers in a given range.

    • Iterate through the numbers in the given range

    • Calculate the sum of cubes of each digit in the number

    • Check if the sum is equal to the original number

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

I was interviewed before Sep 2020.

Round 1 - Video Call 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 45 minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

Its a zoom call interview which lasted for 45 minutes. initially there are two panel members in which one is very targetting at me. They asked me different type of questions like jumping from DSA to project then to python then again java. Its a mixed combo pack type interview. for each and every question they asked me the real time example. The discussion on my project lasted for 15-20 mins.

  • Q1. 

    Count Set Bits Problem Statement

    Given a positive integer N, compute the total number of '1's in the binary representation of all numbers from 1 to N. Return this count modulo 1e9+7 because the result can...

  • Ans. 

    Count the total number of set bits in the binary representation of numbers from 1 to N modulo 1e9+7.

    • Use bitwise operations to count the set bits in each number from 1 to N.

    • Keep track of the total set bits and return the result modulo 1e9+7.

    • Optimize the solution to handle large values of N efficiently.

    • Consider using dynamic programming or precomputing values for faster computation.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Video Call 

Round duration - 30 mins
Round difficulty - Easy

This round was a zoom interview. The interview started with my brief introduction. This time the interview was more interested in my hobbies and passions. He asked me what do you do to keep yourself updated with the latest technology trends?

Interview Preparation Tips

Professional and academic backgroundI applied for the job as SDE - 1 in HyderabadEligibility criteriaAbove 8CGPAMicron Technology interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Apptitude, C, Java, Data Structures and Algorithms, DBMSTime required to prepare for the interview - 2 monthsInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Do participate in all the coding contests, long challenges held by codechef, codeforces
Tip 2 : Practice all kinds of problems on leetcode, gfg, coding ninjas
Tip 3 : When you are writing a written exam for a particular company, make sure you get to know about the company in detail.

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Make your resume short and sweet(mostly 1 page, max 2 pages) is preferred.
Tip 2 : Make sure your resume is crisp rather than descriptive
Tip 3 : Do not lie on your resume

Final outcome of the interviewSelected

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. OOPS question to develop a fault-sensing algorithm in machines
  • Q2. Debug array question in bubble sort
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

General aptitude questions

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Problem solving, solved 2 out of 3 questions

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

General topics were given in gd

Round 4 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Programming concepts
  • Q2. Projects and coding round questions solved
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Nov 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Frog jump dp problem

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Microservices, Kubernetes
  • Q2. Rbac and access control

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Broadcom interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Broadcom interview process are Technical.
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  1. what are processes and threads memory is allocated to what process or threads? ...read more
  2. Runtime polymorphism and how it works vptr and vta...read more
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