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Updated 20 Nov 2022

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posted on 20 Nov 2022

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is proxy service
  • Ans. 

    A proxy service is an intermediary service that sits between a client and a target service, forwarding requests and responses.

    • Proxy service acts as a middleman between client and target service

    • It intercepts client requests and forwards them to the target service

    • It also intercepts target service responses and sends them back to the client

    • Proxy services can perform various tasks like security, caching, load balancing, et

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is business service?
  • Ans. 

    A business service is a logical representation of a repeatable business activity that has a specified outcome.

    • Business services are designed to be reusable and can be composed to create larger business processes.

    • They encapsulate the logic and functionality required to perform a specific business task.

    • Examples of business services include customer registration, order processing, and payment processing.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is message flow?
  • Ans. 

    Message flow refers to the sequence of steps or actions that a message goes through in a system.

    • Message flow describes the path that a message takes from its source to its destination.

    • It includes the processing and transformation of the message at various stages.

    • Message flow can involve multiple components, such as message queues, routers, and adapters.

    • Each step in the message flow may perform different operations on t...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Can we use direct bindings to call soa composites?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, direct bindings can be used to call SOA composites.

    • Direct bindings provide a way to invoke SOA composites without using a mediator service.

    • Direct bindings allow for direct communication between the client and the composite.

    • Direct bindings are useful when there is no need for additional processing or transformation of data.

    • Direct bindings can be used for synchronous as well as asynchronous communication.

    • Direct bind...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Where the file will go if there is an error while polling the file
  • Ans. 

    The file will be moved to an error folder or directory.

    • If there is an error while polling the file, it will be moved to an error folder or directory.

    • This error folder or directory is typically specified in the configuration or settings of the polling mechanism.

    • Moving the file to an error folder helps in identifying and handling the error separately from the successfully polled files.

    • The error folder may also contain lo...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How to call java code from osb
  • Ans. 

    To call Java code from OSB, you can use Java Callout or Java Embedding activity.

    • Java Callout activity allows you to invoke Java code from OSB proxy services.

    • Java Embedding activity enables you to write Java code directly within the OSB pipeline.

    • You can use Java classes, methods, and libraries in your code to perform desired operations.

    • Passing input parameters and receiving output from Java code can be done using variab...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Cognizant SOA Developer interview:
  • Oracle SOA Suite
  • OSB
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Find a job is easier said than done.while you may to submit a professional resume, write a thoughtful cover letter and practice before an interview, sometimes you still done get the job.

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between xa & non xa
  • Ans. 

    XA transactions involve multiple resources managed by a transaction manager, while non-XA transactions involve a single resource.

    • XA transactions involve multiple resources and are managed by a transaction manager

    • Non-XA transactions involve a single resource and do not require a transaction manager

    • XA transactions ensure atomicity, consistency, isolation, and durability (ACID properties)

    • Non-XA transactions may not provid

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is concrete WSDL and abstract wsdl
  • Ans. 

    Concrete WSDL defines the actual implementation details of a web service, while abstract WSDL provides a high-level view of the service.

    • Concrete WSDL includes specific details like data types, message formats, and service endpoints.

    • Abstract WSDL focuses on the operations and messages exchanged by the service without specifying implementation details.

    • Concrete WSDL is used by developers to implement the service, while ab...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Having 3.4 years of experience in Soa and OSB

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. WSDL Types and MDS and DVMs and Configplans
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Ticketing system design
  • Ans. 

    Ticketing system design involves creating a platform for users to submit, track, and resolve issues or requests.

    • Design a user-friendly interface for submitting tickets

    • Implement a system for assigning tickets to appropriate teams or individuals

    • Include features for tracking ticket status and communication with users

    • Consider scalability and performance of the system

    • Integrate with other tools or systems for seamless workfl

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  • Q2. Aws ec2 and jenkins

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
-
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn

Round 1 - Coding Test 

1st round technical qn
2nd round sql and database, project
3rd HR round

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 2 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 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What are oops concepts in java, explain real time scenario
  • Ans. 

    OOPs concepts in Java include inheritance, polymorphism, encapsulation, and abstraction.

    • Inheritance allows a subclass to inherit properties and methods from a superclass.

    • Polymorphism allows objects to take on multiple forms and behave differently based on their context.

    • Encapsulation hides the implementation details of an object and only exposes necessary information.

    • Abstraction allows for the creation of abstract class...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Uses of interface, inheritance
  • Ans. 

    Interfaces define contracts for behavior, while inheritance allows for code reuse and polymorphism.

    • Interfaces allow for loose coupling and abstraction, enabling multiple implementations of the same behavior.

    • Inheritance allows for code reuse and extension of existing classes, reducing code duplication.

    • Polymorphism allows objects of different classes to be treated as if they were of the same class, simplifying code and i

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. SQL query for join of tables
  • Ans. 

    SQL query for joining tables

    • Use JOIN keyword to combine two or more tables based on a related column

    • Specify the columns to be selected using SELECT keyword

    • Use ON keyword to specify the condition for joining the tables

    • Different types of joins include INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN, and FULL OUTER JOIN

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Java concepts used in your project
  • Ans. 

    Used Java concepts such as inheritance, polymorphism, and exception handling in my project.

    • Implemented inheritance to create a base class and derived classes with specific functionalities.

    • Utilized polymorphism to allow objects of different classes to be treated as if they were of the same class.

    • Implemented exception handling to handle errors and prevent program crashes.

    • Used interfaces to define a set of methods that a ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Overloading vs overriding, practical uses
  • Ans. 

    Overloading is having multiple methods with the same name but different parameters. Overriding is having a method in a subclass with the same name and parameters as a method in the superclass.

    • Overloading is used to provide different ways to call a method with different parameters

    • Overriding is used to provide a specific implementation of a method in a subclass

    • Overloading is resolved at compile-time while overriding is r...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Zebra Technologies Software Developer interview:
  • Core Java
  • OOPS
  • collection framework
  • Database Management

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Various situation, technical, practical and logical reasoning questions
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Communication skills
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic questions on SQL
  • Q2. Datastructure and Algorithm questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Overall interview was easy. Work more on DSA
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via campus placement at Siddhartha Institute of Engineering & Technology, Hyderabad and was interviewed in May 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Communication skills and basic knowledge on java,

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why you preferred this job in genpact
  • Q2. Basically now a days genpact company is best in past all preferred for tcs, but in my servey genpact company is best because it gives best position for my life. Mostly i love this company where there is a ...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Bee patience And smart work.. If you have dowts share your ideas with seniors

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is java? What is variable?
  • Ans. 

    Java is a popular programming language used for developing various applications. A variable is a named memory location used to store data.

    • Java is an object-oriented language

    • It is platform-independent

    • Variables in Java have a specific data type

    • Variables can be assigned values and their values can be changed

    • Example: int age = 25; String name = "John";

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  • Q2. What is inheritance? types of inheritance
  • Ans. 

    Inheritance is a concept in object-oriented programming where a class inherits properties and behaviors from another class.

    • Inheritance allows code reuse and promotes code organization.

    • There are different types of inheritance: single inheritance, multiple inheritance, multilevel inheritance, and hierarchical inheritance.

    • Single inheritance involves a class inheriting from a single base class.

    • Multiple inheritance involves...

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  • Q3. 1.Java is a high level language 2.java is a programme is called a set of instructions 3.java run time environment (jre) 4.java is a platform independent. Variable: A variable which is container that some d...
  • Q4. Inheritance; 1.Acquring the properties of parent class to the child class with out changeing the properties of parent class is known as inheritance 2.inheritanc is a is relationship 3.extends keyword is us...
  • Ans. 

    Inheritance is acquiring properties of parent class to child class without changing parent class properties. It is classified into 5 types.

    • Inheritance is a way to reuse code and establish a relationship between classes

    • The 'extends' keyword is used to implement inheritance in Java

    • Examples of inheritance include a 'Car' class inheriting properties from a 'Vehicle' class

    • Single level inheritance involves one parent class a...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Group Discussion 

May I about you ? Which your qualification and which stream

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Tata Group Software Developer interview:
  • Core Java
  • Web Technologies
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - My strength is quick learner, self motivated, Hard working
My weakness is if any body ask for help me,I never say know.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant SOA Developer interview?
Cognizant interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process are Technical and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Cognizant SOA Developer 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 Cognizant. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Cognizant expect are SOA, Oracle SOA, Java, OSB and Oracle.
What are the top questions asked in Cognizant SOA Developer interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Cognizant SOA Developer interview -

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