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Cognizant Programming Head Interview Questions and Answers for Experienced

Updated 14 Jul 2023

Cognizant Programming Head Interview Experiences for Experienced

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Programming Head Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 14 Jul 2023

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Newspaper Ad and was interviewed before Jul 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Different types of problems.it is very interesting test.

Round 3 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about ur self?
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Do u have any experince in this job role?
    • Add your answer
  • Q3. What is your expected salary?
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Cognizant Programming Head interview:
  • python programmimg language
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - in interview anybody dont nervous that time.and freely answer for the questions

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posted on 8 Apr 2021

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Apr 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

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  • Q1. Basic questions only ... regarding job and experience
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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident ... always say the truth ... never try to fake your details

Senior Software Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 6 Jul 2022

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Jul 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Cocubes Test Task 1 is of Aptitude questions needs to be completed in Specific time interval and Task 2 is Essay Writing to be finished in Given interval

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Are you ready to Relocate
  • Ans. Yes I am relocate and flexible with any location
    • Answered Anonymously
    Add your answer
Round 3 - Coding Test 

L1 Exam should be cleared L 1 exam is of multiple choice questions and completely related to Java J2Ee Spring

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare for co cubes Aptitude and All the best

Associate Interview Questions & Answers

Wipro user image Anonymous

posted on 15 Feb 2021

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Feb 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. Favorite dish and explain about its preaparation
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  • Q3. Process related questions
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good communication skills

Software Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

Infosys user image Anonymous

posted on 2 Jan 2021

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Dec 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Self introduction
    • Add your answer

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - say individual ideas,plans, story's.say different opinions,speek confidentially, correctly answer Yes or no questions, correctly say interested and confidential job,

Associate Interview Questions & Answers

Wipro user image Anonymous

posted on 17 May 2021

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before May 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Why did you chose your particular graduation course as your career?
  • Ans. 

    I chose my graduation course as my career because it aligned with my interests and skills.

    • I had a passion for the subject and enjoyed studying it in college

    • I excelled in the coursework and found it challenging yet rewarding

    • I researched the job prospects and found that it offered a promising career path

    • I interned in the field and gained valuable experience and connections

    • Examples: I studied computer science and pursued ...

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  • Q2. One should follow his/her dreams or rely on destiny?
    • Add your answer
  • Q3. Tell me one of your memorable day till now.
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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Candidate must have a strong base in his/her choosen subject/course. One should know basic things about concerned job and technical fields. Way of communication should be attractive (communication is not about language).

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 22 Jun 2021

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jun 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. What are your contributions to the table
    • Add your answer
  • Q2. How do you shoulder challenges
  • Ans. 

    I tackle challenges by breaking them down into smaller tasks and staying focused on the end goal.

    • I analyze the challenge and identify the root cause

    • I break down the challenge into smaller, manageable tasks

    • I prioritize the tasks and create a plan of action

    • I stay focused on the end goal and remain persistent

    • I seek help or advice when needed

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident a

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TCS user image Anonymous

posted on 12 Dec 2021

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Interview Questionnaire 

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  • Q1. Introducing yourself.
    • Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Crisp and to the point answer.

Software Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

TCS user image Anonymous

posted on 1 Dec 2021

I appeared for an interview before Dec 2020.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 45 minutes
Round difficulty - Hard

All mcqs should answer with in time limit should have a lot of practice to solve in exam

  • Q1. 

    Water Jug Problem Statement

    You have two water jugs with capacities X and Y liters respectively, both initially empty. You also have an infinite water supply. The goal is to determine if it is possible to...

  • Ans. 

    The Water Jug Problem involves determining if a specific amount of water can be measured using two jugs of different capacities.

    • Start by considering the constraints and limitations of the problem.

    • Think about how the operations allowed can be used to reach the target measurement.

    • Consider different scenarios and test cases to come up with a solution.

    • Implement a function that takes the capacities of the jugs and the targe...

    • Answered by AI
    Add your answer
Round 2 - Coding Test 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

Easy and just basic questions very easy round

  • Q1. 

    Matrix Multiplication Task

    Given two sparse matrices MAT1 and MAT2 of integers with dimensions 'N' x 'M' and 'M' x 'P' respectively, the goal is to determine the resulting matrix produced by their multipl...

  • Ans. 

    Implement a function to multiply two sparse matrices and return the resulting matrix.

    • Create a function that takes two sparse matrices as input and returns the resulting matrix after multiplication.

    • Iterate through the non-zero elements of the matrices to perform the multiplication efficiently.

    • Ensure to handle the sparse nature of the matrices to optimize the multiplication process.

    • Consider the constraints provided to en...

    • Answered by AI
    Add your answer

Interview Preparation Tips

Eligibility criteriaAbove 6 cgpaTata Consultancy Services (TCS) interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Dql, Data structures, Java, Operating system, Data scienceTime required to prepare for the interview - 1 monthInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : preapre core subjects 
Tip 2 : be confident and answer clearly
Tip 3 : be strong with projects

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : good projects in ml and ai
Tip 2 : practical experience

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