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first 2 are given and write code for other value calculation using java 8
The second question required writing a reverse of a palindrome using both Java 8 streams. I was able to successfully write both and clear the first round.
Java 17 introduces sealed classes to restrict inheritance and improve code maintainability.
Sealed classes are declared using the 'sealed' keyword followed by the permitted subclasses.
Subclasses of a sealed class must be either final or sealed themselves.
Errors may occur when trying to extend a sealed class with a non-permitted subclass.
Implementation of 'notify me if item is back in stock' feature in an ecommerce application
Create a database table to store user notifications for out-of-stock items
Implement a service to check item availability and send notifications to subscribed users
Provide a user interface for users to subscribe to notifications for specific items
posted on 5 Jan 2025
I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.
posted on 2 Feb 2025
I was interviewed in Jan 2025.
A case study in an Optum interview typically revolves around solving a real-world problem related to healthcare, data analysis, technology, or business strategy, given Optum’s focus on healthcare services and technology solutions. Here are some tips on how to approach a case study interview at Optum and a sample example:
Steps to Approach an Optum Case Study:
1. Understand the Problem Statement:
Take time to read the case study carefully and make sure you understand the key issue or question.
Identify the stakeholders involved (patients, healthcare providers, insurance companies, etc.) and the objective (cost reduction, improving patient outcomes, increasing efficiency, etc.).
2. Clarify Assumptions:
If there are any ambiguous elements, ask questions to clarify the problem.
You can also state your assumptions if you're making any, but be clear that these are assumptions.
3. Break Down the Problem:
Identify key data points you would need to analyze.
Break the problem into smaller pieces that can be addressed step-by-step.
4. Analyze:
Use frameworks like SWOT analysis, PESTLE analysis, or Porter’s Five Forces if applicable to the case.
In case of a data-related problem, try to identify key metrics (such as patient satisfaction, cost, quality of care, etc.) and how they can be improved or measured.
For technology-related cases, consider aspects like scalability, security, user experience, and integration with existing systems.
5. Propose a Solution:
Present your findings logically and suggest a solution based on your analysis.
Make sure to consider both short-term and long-term impacts on patient
Computer typing should be 40 wpm. And optional question answer multiple choice questions
posted on 6 Jan 2025
I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There was 1 interview round.
The number of variances in SAP can vary depending on the specific processes and transactions being analyzed.
The number of variances in SAP can be influenced by factors such as data entry errors, system glitches, or discrepancies in invoice processing.
Variances in SAP may be identified through reconciliation processes, exception reports, or manual reviews of accounts payable transactions.
Examples of variances in SAP inc...
Accounts receivable and accounts payable are two important aspects of a company's financial operations.
Accounts receivable refers to money owed to a company by its customers for goods or services provided.
Accounts payable refers to money owed by a company to its suppliers or vendors for goods or services received.
Accounts receivable is an asset on the balance sheet, while accounts payable is a liability.
Managing accoun...
Cost element and cost center are key concepts in accounting for tracking and allocating costs within an organization.
Cost element refers to the specific types of costs incurred by an organization, such as materials, labor, or overhead.
Cost center is a specific department, team, or function within an organization that is responsible for incurring costs.
Cost elements are assigned to cost centers to track and allocate cos...
SAP supports over 160 currencies worldwide.
SAP supports over 160 currencies for global transactions.
Currencies can be configured in SAP using transaction code OB22.
Each currency is assigned a unique currency code (e.g. USD for US Dollar, EUR for Euro).
There are various types of projects, including internal projects, external projects, research projects, and development projects.
Internal projects focus on improving processes within the organization.
External projects involve working with external partners or clients.
Research projects aim to gather data and analyze findings.
Development projects focus on creating new products or services.
Examples: IT system implementati...
I was interviewed in Dec 2024.
posted on 23 Jan 2025
I possess excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a strong customer-centric approach.
Strong communication skills to effectively interact with customers and address their concerns
Proven problem-solving abilities to quickly resolve issues and provide satisfactory solutions
Customer-centric approach to prioritize customer satisfaction and build positive relationships
Ability to remain calm and compose...
I possess strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a customer-centric approach.
Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with customers and address their concerns
Strong problem-solving abilities to quickly resolve issues and provide solutions
Customer-centric approach to ensure customer satisfaction and retention
Ability to remain calm and patient in challenging situations
Experience in han...
The company's strong reputation for excellent customer service and commitment to employee development attracted me.
Reputation for excellent customer service
Commitment to employee development
Positive reviews from current and former employees
My salary expectations are in line with industry standards and based on my experience and qualifications.
Research industry standards for the position
Consider my experience and qualifications
Be prepared to negotiate based on job responsibilities and benefits package
Yes, I have 3 years of experience in customer service roles.
Worked as a customer service representative for 2 years at Company X
Handled customer inquiries, resolved complaints, and processed orders
Trained new employees on customer service best practices
Yes, I am dedicated to this role and committed to providing excellent customer service.
I have a strong work ethic and always strive to exceed customer expectations
I am willing to go above and beyond to resolve customer issues and ensure their satisfaction
I am constantly seeking ways to improve my skills and knowledge in order to better serve customers
Integrity and honesty
I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There was 1 interview round.
Java 8 introduced static and default methods in interfaces, allowing for method implementation and code reusability.
Java 8 introduced static methods in interfaces, allowing for method implementation directly in the interface itself.
Default methods were also introduced in Java 8, enabling interfaces to have method implementations without affecting implementing classes.
Static methods in interfaces can be called using the...
HashMap is a data structure that stores key-value pairs and uses hashing to efficiently retrieve values.
HashMap uses an array of linked lists to store key-value pairs.
When a key-value pair is added, the key is hashed to determine the index in the array where it will be stored.
If multiple keys hash to the same index, a linked list is used to handle collisions.
To synchronize a HashMap, you can use the synchronizedMap() m...
No, the program will not compile if the parent class throws a runtime exception while the child class throws an arithmetic exception.
In Java, if a parent class method throws a checked exception, the child class method can only throw the same exception or its subclasses.
ArithmeticException is an unchecked exception, so if the parent class throws a checked exception and the child class throws an unchecked exception, the ...
Configure JDBC in Spring Boot to specify which database to use
Define multiple DataSource beans in the configuration class
Use @Primary annotation to specify the primary DataSource
Use @Qualifier annotation to specify the secondary DataSource
Inject the DataSource beans where needed in the application
To use a Jetty server in a Spring Boot application, you can configure it as a dependency and customize its settings.
Add Jetty server dependency in your pom.xml file
Exclude Tomcat server dependency if it's included by default in Spring Boot
Configure Jetty server settings in application.properties or application.yml file
Example: Add Jetty dependency - <dependency> <groupId>org.springframework.boot</groupId...
RequestParam is used to extract query parameters from the URL, while PathVariable is used to extract values from the URI path.
RequestParam is used for query parameters in the URL, while PathVariable is used for values in the URI path.
RequestParam is optional, while PathVariable is required.
RequestParam is used with the @RequestParam annotation, while PathVariable is used with the @PathVariable annotation.
Example: @Requ...
I would implement timeout mechanisms and retries to handle the scenario of one microservice awaiting a response from another microservice taking an extended time.
Implement timeout mechanisms in the calling microservice to limit the waiting time for a response.
Set up retry logic to automatically resend the request to the slow microservice if no response is received within the specified timeout period.
Use circuit breaker...
posted on 30 Jan 2025
I was interviewed in Dec 2024.
Basic quant and reasoning questions
Selenium MCQ
Java programs with MCQ
The driver is typically initialized in the setup method of a test automation framework.
Driver initialization is usually done in a setup method before test execution.
Commonly used methods for driver initialization include WebDriverManager, System.setProperty, and driver instantiation.
Example: WebDriverManager.chromedriver().setup();
Driver can be both static and non-static depending on the context of its usage.
Driver class can be static if it is used to initiate the WebDriver instance in a test automation framework.
Driver class can be non-static if it is used as an instance variable within a test class.
Static driver can be accessed directly without creating an object of the class.
Non-static driver requires an object of the class to be created befo
Static variables belong to the class itself, while non-static variables belong to instances of the class.
Static variables are shared among all instances of a class
Non-static variables are unique to each instance of a class
Static variables are initialized only once, at the start of the program
Non-static variables are initialized separately for each instance of the class
Static and non-static have their own disadvantages in QA automation testing.
Static methods cannot be overridden or inherited, making it difficult to create flexible test cases.
Non-static methods require an instance of the class to be created, which can lead to increased memory usage.
Static methods can lead to tight coupling between classes, making it harder to maintain and update the code.
Non-static methods may have de...
TestNG allows parallel execution of test cases to save time and improve efficiency.
TestNG provides the 'parallel' attribute in the testng.xml file to specify the level of parallelism for test execution.
Parallel execution can be achieved at the test level, class level, method level, or suite level.
TestNG also supports parallel execution of tests across multiple classes or suites using the 'parallel' attribute in the sui...
Parallel testing in TestNG allows running tests concurrently for faster execution.
Use 'parallel' attribute in testng.xml file to specify parallel execution mode.
Set 'parallel' attribute to 'methods', 'classes', or 'tests' based on the level of parallelism needed.
Example: <suite name='MySuite' parallel='tests'>
Use 'thread-count' attribute to specify the number of threads to use for parallel execution.
Parallel methods run multiple methods concurrently within a single test, while parallel tests run multiple tests concurrently.
Parallel methods execute multiple methods within a single test class concurrently.
Parallel tests execute multiple test classes concurrently.
Parallel methods are useful for speeding up the execution of a single test, while parallel tests are useful for running multiple tests faster.
Example: Runni...
Use Rest Assured to upload a file
Use the given file path to create a File object
Use MultiPartSpecBuilder to build the request with the file
Send the request using Rest Assured's given(), when(), and post() methods
The parameter for a POST method in Postman is typically sent in the request body.
Parameters are sent in the request body in key-value pairs
Parameters can be sent as form-data, x-www-form-urlencoded, or raw JSON
Example: {"key": "value"}
Cucumber knows the step definition file based on the annotations provided in the feature files.
Cucumber uses annotations like @Given, @When, @Then to map steps in feature files to corresponding step definition methods.
Step definition files are typically placed in a separate package or directory within the project structure.
Cucumber scans the project directory for step definition files based on the package structure and
Parameters used in cucumber are used to pass values to the step definitions in feature files.
Parameters are defined in feature files using < > syntax
Parameters can be passed to step definitions using Regular Expressions
Parameters can be used to make scenarios more reusable and dynamic
Datatable in Cucumber is used to pass multiple sets of data to a step definition in a scenario.
Datatables are defined using pipes (|) to separate values
Each row in the datatable represents a set of data passed to the step definition
Datatables can be used for parameterization and data-driven testing
Yes, I have created the test plan document at the start of the project.
Yes, I always create a test plan document at the beginning of a project to outline the testing approach and strategy.
The test plan document includes details on scope, objectives, resources, schedule, and test cases.
It helps in ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned on the testing process and expectations.
For example, in my previous project, I cr...
During the initial testing cycle of a project, focus is on establishing test cases, setting up test environments, and identifying potential issues.
Creating test cases based on requirements
Setting up test environments
Identifying potential issues and risks
Executing test cases and reporting defects
Collaborating with developers to resolve issues
Fibonacci sequence is a mathematical pattern where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones.
Fibonacci sequence is a series of numbers where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones.
The sequence starts with 1, 2, then each subsequent number is the sum of the two previous numbers (1+2=3, 2+3=5, 3+5=8, and so on).
This sequence is used in estimating because it reflects natural growth patterns found in natur
Testing matrix is a tool used to track test coverage and automation ROI is the return on investment from implementing automation testing.
Testing matrix is a visual representation of test cases, test scenarios, and their coverage across different platforms, browsers, devices, etc.
Automation ROI is the measure of the benefits gained from automation testing compared to the costs incurred in implementing and maintaining th...
I was interviewed in Dec 2024.
Work done from all assigments
I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.
Process planning refers to the methodical approach of determining the best possible way to manufacture a product or deliver a service by considering various aspects such as resources, timelines, and methodologies involved in production or execution.
Implemented a new chemical process to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
Researched and analyzed current process to identify areas for improvement
Designed and tested new process using simulation software
Collaborated with production team to implement changes and monitor results
Achieved 20% increase in production output and 15% reduction in waste
Continuously monitored and optimized process for further improvements
I utilize a combination of project management tools and communication strategies to effectively manage my team and projects.
I prioritize tasks based on deadlines and importance
I regularly communicate with team members to ensure everyone is on the same page
I use project management software such as Trello or Asana to track progress and assign tasks
I adapt my management style to fit the needs and preferences of individual
Accenture
Capgemini
HCLTech
Teleperformance