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Updated 26 Mar 2025

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Software Developer Intern Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 18 Aug 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

40 MCQ's, 2 Coding question

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Dijkastra's Algorithm
  • Ans. 

    Dijkstra's Algorithm is a graph search algorithm that finds the shortest path between nodes in a graph.

    • Dijkstra's Algorithm is used to find the shortest path from a starting node to all other nodes in a weighted graph.

    • It works by maintaining a set of nodes whose shortest distance from the starting node is known.

    • The algorithm iteratively selects the node with the smallest distance and updates the distances of its neighb...

    • Answered by AI
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  • Q2. Snake and Ladder
    • Add your answer

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Software Developer Intern Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Sum of Maximum and Minimum Elements Problem Statement Given an array ARR of size N, your objective is to determine the sum of the largest and smallest elements within the array. Follow Up: Can you achieve the above task using the least numb... read more
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Software Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Krikt0gram

posted on 18 Sep 2024

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Largest subsequence
  • Ans. 

    Find the largest subsequence in an array of strings

    • Iterate through the array of strings and compare the length of each subsequence

    • Keep track of the longest subsequence found so far

    • Return the longest subsequence

    • Answered by AI
    Add your answer

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Top Cisco Software Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Find Row With Maximum 1's in a Sorted 2D Matrix You are provided with a 2D matrix containing only the integers 0 or 1. The matrix has dimensions N x M, and each row is sorted in non-decreasing order. Your objective is to identify the 0-base... read more
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Software Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Bridge and torch problem : Four people come to a river in the night. There is a narrow bridge, but it can only hold two people at a time. They have one torch and, because it's night, the torch has to be used when crossing the bridge. Person... read more
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Softwaretest Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 15 Nov 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

DATA STRUCTURES,JAVA,COMPUTER NETWORKS

Softwaretest Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What is boundary value analysis? How do u perform boundary value testing for User ID & Password textfields in login page?
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Software Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image ANOOP K

posted on 26 Feb 2024

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

Basic questions on logical problem solving

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Networking, routing protocols , dijkshtra algorithm
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Router & switch functionality
  • Ans. 

    Routers connect different networks, while switches connect devices within a network.

    • Routers operate at the network layer and make decisions based on IP addresses

    • Switches operate at the data link layer and use MAC addresses to forward data

    • Routers can connect multiple networks together, while switches connect devices within the same network

    • Example: A router connects a home network to the internet, while a switch connects

    • Answered by AI
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Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About the job, location and other concerns
    • Add your answer

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Top Cisco Software Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Find Row With Maximum 1's in a Sorted 2D Matrix You are provided with a 2D matrix containing only the integers 0 or 1. The matrix has dimensions N x M, and each row is sorted in non-decreasing order. Your objective is to identify the 0-base... read more
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Software Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Bridge and torch problem : Four people come to a river in the night. There is a narrow bridge, but it can only hold two people at a time. They have one torch and, because it's night, the torch has to be used when crossing the bridge. Person... read more
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Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 5 Sep 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

20 aptitudes questions

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Question was from easy to med

Top Cisco Software Developer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Apple Pickup Problem Statement Alice has a garden represented as a ‘N’ * ‘N’ grid called ‘MATRIX’. She wants to collect apples following these rules: 1 -> Alice can pick an apple from this cell and pass through. -1 -> This cell conta... read more
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Software Developer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Maximum Subarray Sum Problem Statement Given an array of integers, determine the maximum possible sum of any contiguous subarray within the array. Example: Input: array = [34, -50, 42, 14, -5, 86] Output: 137 Explanation: The maximum sum is... read more
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Data Center Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 13 Jun 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Scenario based BGP questions
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. OSPF deep tshoot
    • Add your answer
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Switching based scenario
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. VPC troubleshooting
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Should have strong basics and conceptual knowledge

Data Center Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What is hardware layer, software layer in OSI Layer?
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Software Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 19 Sep 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Networking Questions
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Networking Questions 2
    • Add your answer

Top Cisco Software Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Find Row With Maximum 1's in a Sorted 2D Matrix You are provided with a 2D matrix containing only the integers 0 or 1. The matrix has dimensions N x M, and each row is sorted in non-decreasing order. Your objective is to identify the 0-base... read more
View answer (1)

Software Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Bridge and torch problem : Four people come to a river in the night. There is a narrow bridge, but it can only hold two people at a time. They have one torch and, because it's night, the torch has to be used when crossing the bridge. Person... read more
View answer (217)

Software Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 5 Jun 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Linked list reverse
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Mutex semaphore
    • Add your answer
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tree related coding ques
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Optimise previous question
    • Add your answer

Top Cisco Software Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Find Row With Maximum 1's in a Sorted 2D Matrix You are provided with a 2D matrix containing only the integers 0 or 1. The matrix has dimensions N x M, and each row is sorted in non-decreasing order. Your objective is to identify the 0-base... read more
View answer (1)

Software Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Bridge and torch problem : Four people come to a river in the night. There is a narrow bridge, but it can only hold two people at a time. They have one torch and, because it's night, the torch has to be used when crossing the bridge. Person... read more
View answer (217)

Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 13 Nov 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Nov 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Initial round was aptitude and english for screening candiates

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Coding was basically two questions one was
variable window sliding
second was kanpsack variations

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About role and responsibilites
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Technical questions realated to project explanation
    • Add your answer
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why want to join
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Jo bexpectations
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Coding and aptitude prevous work project

Top Cisco Software Developer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Apple Pickup Problem Statement Alice has a garden represented as a ‘N’ * ‘N’ grid called ‘MATRIX’. She wants to collect apples following these rules: 1 -> Alice can pick an apple from this cell and pass through. -1 -> This cell conta... read more
View answer (1)

Software Developer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Maximum Subarray Sum Problem Statement Given an array of integers, determine the maximum possible sum of any contiguous subarray within the array. Example: Input: array = [34, -50, 42, 14, -5, 86] Output: 137 Explanation: The maximum sum is... read more
View answer (43)

Procurement Specialist Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 31 Jan 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are the major procurement and customer related aspects
  • Ans. 

    Major procurement and customer related aspects include supplier management, cost control, quality assurance, and customer satisfaction.

    • Supplier management involves selecting reliable suppliers, negotiating contracts, and maintaining relationships.

    • Cost control focuses on reducing expenses through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and contract management.

    • Quality assurance ensures that products and services meet sp...

    • Answered by AI
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  • Q2. What do you see in working as a procurement professional
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Cisco Procurement Specialist interview:
  • Procurment Process
  • Company profile
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be relaxed, smile and a bit of friendliness (Do not over do these)

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Cisco Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cisco interview?
Cisco interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cisco interview process are Technical, Coding Test and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Cisco interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Cisco. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Cisco expect are Python, Cisco, Linux Administration, Computer Networking and cisco.
What are the top questions asked in Cisco interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Cisco interview -

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The duration of Cisco interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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