Cognizant Software Engineer Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

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Q1. Database questions and SQL queries
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Q2. Java and Oops concepts
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The duration of the Aptitude round was for around 120 min and it consisted of basic aptitude (number system, Probability,ratio and Propotition, Work and time, Distan and Time etc) and some basic C based questions

Q1. The questions that were asked to me were: 1.What is an Object Oriented Language
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Q2. 2.What programming language are you proficient with..?
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I am proficient in multiple programming languages including Java, Python, and C++.
• Proficient in Java, Python, and C++

• Experience with web development languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

• Familiarity with scripting languages like Bash and PowerShell

• Knowledge of database languages like SQL and NoSQL

• Comfortable with object-oriented programming and design patterns
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Q3. 3. Write a program to sort a list in Ascending Order.
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Program to sort a list in ascending order
• Use a sorting algorithm like bubble sort, insertion sort, or selection sort

• Compare adjacent elements and swap if necessary

• Repeat until the list is sorted
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Q4. 4. Write a program to Reverse a String
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Program to reverse a string
• Create an empty string to store the reversed string

• Loop through the original string from the end to the beginning

• Append each character to the empty string

• Return the reversed string
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Q1. What are closures?
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Closures are functions that have access to variables from their containing scope even after the parent function has finished executing.
• Closures allow functions to 'remember' the environment in which they were created

• They can access variables from their outer scope even after the outer function has finished executing

• Closures are commonly used in event handlers and callbacks
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Q2. How does virtual dom update the actual dom?
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Virtual DOM updates the actual DOM by comparing the virtual DOM with the actual DOM and only updating the necessary changes.
• Virtual DOM is a lightweight copy of the actual DOM.

• When changes are made, the virtual DOM is updated instead of the actual DOM.

• The virtual DOM is then compared with the actual DOM to identify the differences.

• Only the necessary changes are then applied to the actual DOM, minimizing re-renders and
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Q3. Explain the react hooks that you have used until now.
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I have used useState, useEffect, useContext, useReducer, and useRef hooks in React.
• useState: Used for managing state in functional components.

• useEffect: Used for side effects in functional components.

• useContext: Used for accessing context in functional components.

• useReducer: Used for managing complex state logic.

• useRef: Used for accessing DOM elements or storing mutable values.
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Q4. What is hoisting?
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Hoisting is a JavaScript mechanism where variable and function declarations are moved to the top of their containing scope during compilation.
• Variable and function declarations are hoisted to the top of their scope.

• Only declarations are hoisted, not initializations.

• Function declarations take precedence over variable declarations.
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Q5. What are the life cycle methods?
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Life cycle methods are methods that are called automatically by the framework at specific points in the component's life cycle.
• Life cycle methods are used in frameworks like React and Angular to manage the state of components.

• Examples of life cycle methods in React include componentDidMount, componentDidUpdate, and componentWillUnmount.

• These methods allow developers to perform actions like fetching data, updating the U...read more
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Q1. Tell me about yourself.
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Q2. Package discussion and location preference.
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I had an aptitude test.

I had three coding tests which is easy to medium.

Q1. What is your strength?
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My strength lies in my problem-solving skills and ability to learn quickly.
• Strong problem-solving skills allow me to efficiently analyze and solve complex technical issues.

• Quick learning ability helps me adapt to new technologies and tools easily.

• I have a track record of successfully completing challenging projects within deadlines.
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Q2. What is birth place
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Birth place refers to the location where a person is born.
• Birth place is typically recorded on a person's birth certificate.

• It can be a city, town, hospital, or even a specific address.

• Some people may be born in unconventional places like a car or airplane.
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Q3. Tell me about yourself
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I am a software engineer with 5 years of experience in developing web applications using Java, Spring, and Angular.
• 5 years of experience in software development

• Proficient in Java, Spring, and Angular

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Experience working in Agile environments

• Passionate about learning new technologies
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