Citadel Software Developer Interview Questions and Answers

The DSA round happens with pseudo code

Q1. Question asked from my resume
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Q2. How I implemented everything
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Q1. Why you want to join
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Q2. Where do you see yourself in five years
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Mcq+coding which are medium level questions

Q1. Multiple inheritance allowed in java?
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No, multiple inheritance is not allowed in Java.
• Java does not support multiple inheritance for classes to avoid the diamond problem.

• However, multiple inheritance is allowed for interfaces in Java.

• Example: class A extends B, C is not allowed, but interface X extends Y, Z is allowed.
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Q2. Diff btw static and final
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Static is used to define class-level variables and methods, while final is used to define constants and prevent inheritance or modification.
• Static variables and methods belong to the class itself, while final variables cannot be changed once initialized.

• Static members can be accessed without creating an instance of the class, while final members must be accessed through an instance.

• Static variables are shared among all...read more
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Q3. What is data encapsulation?
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Data encapsulation is the concept of bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit, known as a class.
• Encapsulation hides the internal state of an object and only exposes the necessary functionalities through methods.

• It helps in achieving data abstraction and information hiding.

• Example: A class 'Car' encapsulates data like speed, color, and methods like accelerate() and brake().
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Q1. Tell me about yourself
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I am a passionate software developer with experience in Java, Python, and web development.
• Experienced in Java, Python, and web development technologies

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Team player with excellent communication skills
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Q2. What are company core values
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Company core values are the fundamental beliefs that guide the behavior and decisions of employees.
• Integrity - acting with honesty and transparency in all dealings

• Innovation - constantly seeking new and better ways to solve problems

• Customer focus - prioritizing the needs and satisfaction of customers

• Teamwork - collaborating effectively with colleagues to achieve common goals
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It was data structures and algorithm

Q1. What is friend function
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Q2. Basic definitions of oops
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Moderate coding question

Assignment based on a app

Q1. What is inheritance in java?
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Inheritance in Java allows a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class.
• Inheritance allows for code reusability and promotes a hierarchical relationship between classes.

• Subclasses can access the methods and fields of their superclass.

• Example: class Dog extends Animal {} - Dog inherits properties and behavior from Animal class.
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Q2. Difference between OOP and POP
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OOP focuses on objects and classes, while POP focuses on procedures and functions.
• OOP emphasizes data encapsulation and inheritance

• POP emphasizes sequential execution of procedures

• Example of OOP: Java, C++

• Example of POP: C, Pascal
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Q1. Where do you see in next 5 years?
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Q2. What is preferred job location
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Q1. Sort the list, after many queries
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Q2. LRU cache with multi level caching
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LRU cache with multi level caching involves implementing a cache with multiple levels of storage, where the least recently used items are evicted first.
• Implement a two-level cache system with a primary cache (e.g. in-memory) and a secondary cache (e.g. disk-based).

• Use a data structure like a doubly linked list and a hash map to efficiently manage the cache and track the least recently used items.

• When an item is accesse...read more
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Q1. I am freshers soo please one chance for your company
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Q2. Yes I am fresher soo for your company work
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Q3. Talk about a range of elements, including customer service.
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Customer service is an essential element in software development.
• Customer service involves providing support and assistance to users of software applications.

• It includes addressing user queries, resolving issues, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

• Software developers may interact with customers through various channels like email, phone, or live chat.

• Good customer service can lead to positive user experiences and incre...read more
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