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Q1. System Design a DropBox
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Design a scalable cloud storage system similar to DropBox.
• Use distributed file system for storing files across multiple servers.

• Implement data deduplication to save storage space.

• Use client-side encryption for security.

• Implement file synchronization across devices.

• Utilize load balancing to distribute user requests.

• Implement version control for files.

• Use metadata for efficient file organization.
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Q2. Design a Linked List
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A linked list is a linear data structure where each element is a separate object with a reference to the next element.
• Start with a Node class that has data and a reference to the next node

• Create a LinkedList class that manages the nodes and provides methods like insert, delete, and search

• Example: Node class - data, next; LinkedList class - head, insert(data), delete(data), search(data)
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Q1. About yourself. Projects worked upon
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Q2. Why want to join Ocrolus?
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Min and max value from an array of integers, reverse of a string

Q1. Data Structures, Algorithms, Understand Common Problem Patterns,
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Q2. Advance Laravel and PHP
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Q1. Given a code snippet, do code review and provide all the improvements. Mainly they look at how well you can catch the logical errors over minor improvements
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Medium level leet code questions

Q1. Low Leven system design of Instagram.
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Low level system design of Instagram involves designing the core components like database, storage, caching, and networking.
• Use sharding to distribute data across multiple database servers for scalability.

• Implement a caching layer using Redis or Memcached to improve performance.

• Utilize a content delivery network (CDN) for faster content delivery to users.

• Design a fault-tolerant storage system to ensure data durability ...read more
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Q1. Creating a high level design of a message queue system
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Designing a message queue system for efficient communication between components
• Define the requirements and constraints of the system

• Choose a suitable messaging protocol (e.g. AMQP, MQTT)

• Design the message format and structure

• Implement mechanisms for message persistence and delivery guarantees

• Consider scalability and fault tolerance

• Use appropriate data structures and algorithms for efficient message handling
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Q1. What are your goals ?
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My goal is to continuously improve my technical skills, contribute to impactful projects, and eventually move into a leadership role.
• Continuously improve technical skills through learning new technologies and best practices

• Contribute to impactful projects by delivering high-quality code and solutions

• Work towards moving into a leadership role by taking on more responsibilities and mentoring junior team members
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Q2. Why you choose jupiter
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I chose Jupiter because of its strong gravitational pull and potential for scientific exploration.
• Jupiter's large size and mass make it a key player in shaping the solar system

• Its strong magnetic field and radiation belts provide valuable insights for space research

• Jupiter's moons, like Europa and Io, offer unique environments for potential exploration missions
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Q1. Next Greater Element in an array
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Find the next greater element in an array for each element
• Iterate through the array and for each element, find the next greater element

• Use a stack to keep track of elements whose next greater element is not yet found

• If the current element is greater than the top element of the stack, pop the stack and mark the popped element's next greater element as the current element

• Push the current element onto the stack

• If there ar...read more
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Q2. Question based on Sql inner join
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Q1. It was a modified question of spiral order tree-transversal
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Q1. Abstract and interface difference
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Abstract classes are classes that cannot be instantiated and can have both abstract and non-abstract methods. Interfaces are a collection of abstract methods.
• Abstract classes can have constructors, interfaces cannot

• A class can implement multiple interfaces, but can only inherit from one abstract class

• Interfaces can be used to achieve multiple inheritance in Java

• Abstract classes can have instance variables, interfaces c...read more
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Q2. Current project
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I am currently working on a project to develop a web-based inventory management system.
• Developing a user-friendly interface for managing inventory

• Implementing database functionality to store and retrieve inventory data

• Integrating with other systems to automate inventory updates

• Creating reports and analytics to track inventory levels and trends
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Sort array without using any inbuilt method?