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Top HCL Group Interview Questions and Answers
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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2021. There was 1 interview round.
Interview Questionnaire
5 Questions
- Q1. As Tomcat is the default server in Spring Boot, how would you add a new server?
- Ans.
To add a new server in Spring Boot, you need to exclude the default Tomcat dependency and add the desired server dependency.
Exclude the Tomcat dependency in the pom.xml file
Add the desired server dependency in the pom.xml file
Configure the server properties in the application.properties or application.yml file
- Q2. How can you check if a string is not null without string != null?
- Ans.
Checking if a string is not null without using string != null.
Use string.IsNullOrEmpty() method
Use string.IsNullOrWhiteSpace() method
Use string.Compare() method to compare with an empty string
Use string.Length property to check if length is greater than 0
- Q3. Yoda notation.
- Ans.
Yoda notation is a programming style where the order of a conditional statement is reversed.
Used to avoid null pointer exceptions
Improves readability for complex conditions
Example: if ('red' === color) instead of if (color === 'red')
- Q4. Convert a List of employees into a Map of Employees with ID as the key.
- Ans.
Convert a List of employees into a Map of Employees with ID as the key.
Create an empty Map
Iterate through the List of employees
For each employee, add a key-value pair to the Map with ID as key and employee object as value
- Q5. Use Java 8. Collectors.toMap(Employee.getID(), e -> e).
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Senior Software Developer Interview Questions asked at other Companies
I was interviewed in Feb 2025.
An Aptitude Test is an assessment used to evaluate a person's abilities, skills, and potential in different areas such as logical reasoning, numerical ability, verbal skills, and problem-solving. These tests are commonly used for job recruitment, competitive exams, and academic admissions.
Types of Aptitude Tests
1. Numerical Ability – Tests basic arithmetic, number series, data interpretation, and mathematical reasoning.
2. Logical Reasoning – Assesses pattern recognition, sequences, and problem-solving ability.
3. Verbal Ability – Measures grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and sentence formation.
4. Abstract Reasoning – Involves identifying patterns and relationships in shapes and figures.
5. Data Interpretation – Evaluates the ability to interpret charts, graphs, and tables.
6. Mechanical/Technical Aptitude – Used in engineering and technical fields to assess mechanical reasoning and spatial visualization.
7. Situational Judgment Test (SJT) – Assesses decision-making and problem-solving in work-related situations.
Tips to Prepare for an Aptitude Test
Practice regularly: Solve previous test papers and sample questions.
Improve speed and accuracy: Work on time management and avoid calculation mistakes.
Understand concepts: Strengthen basic mathematical and logical reasoning concepts.
Read carefully: In verbal reasoning, focus on comprehension and grammar rules.
Use online resources: Many websites and apps provide free practice tests.
Would you like sample questions or resources for preparation?
A Group Discussion (GD) Round is a selection process used by companies and educational institutions to assess candidates on their communication skills, leadership, teamwork, and ability to think critically. It is commonly used in job interviews, MBA admissions, and competitive exams.
Purpose of a GD Round
Evaluates communication skills and fluency.
Tests leadership and teamwork abilities.
Assesses logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Measures confidence and ability to handle pressure.
Types of GD Topics
1. Factual Topics – Based on current affairs, business, economy, or politics (e.g., "Impact of AI on Jobs").
2. Abstract Topics – Open-ended topics that test creativity (e.g., "Red vs. Blue").
3. Case-Based GD – Candidates are given a business problem to discuss and find solutions.
4. Controversial Topics – Topics with opposing views to evaluate debate skills (e.g., "Social Media: Boon or Bane?").
5. Opinion-Based Topics – Candidates express their views on social or ethical issues (e.g., "Should work-from-home continue post-pandemic?").
How to Perform Well in a GD?
Be confident but not aggressive – Speak with clarity and confidence while respecting others' opinions.
Initiate if possible – Starting the discussion gives an advantage, but only if you have a strong point.
Stay relevant – Stick to the topic and avoid going off-track.
Use facts and examples – Support your arguments with relevant data and examples.
Listen actively – Engage with others' points and respond thoughtfully.
Maintain good body language – Sit straight, make eye contact, and use gestures naturally.
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(3 Questions)
- Q1. Write a sql query to find second highest salary
- Q2. Software developer & it
- Q3. Explain the difference between stack and quene
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Personal & introduction questions
- Q2. Why do want to work for our company ?
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Selected
I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(5 Questions)
- Q1. Acpect Salary 38 to 42 thousand
- Q2. Timings 8 to 9 hours
- Q3. Company other benefits
- Q4. Per Month 2 extra live not Sunday inculcate
- Q5. Increment 8 to 12% 1 to 2 years
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Aswini Reddy
I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(4 Questions)
- Q1. Asked about my current project
- Q2. Started asking questions like whats there in ur project to do ETL testing??
- Q3. You have automation exp and you will be having greate future in automation then why you choosed ETL as ur career??
- Q4. We need Supply chain Management related experience candidate but your exp is something else so its won't workout .. like that .
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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(9 Questions)
- Q1. Transactions in springboot
- Ans.
Transactions in Spring Boot manage database operations as a single unit of work to ensure data integrity.
Spring Boot provides support for declarative transaction management using @Transactional annotation.
Transactions can be configured at class or method level.
Transactions can be rolled back in case of exceptions to maintain data consistency.
Example: @Transactional annotation on a service method ensures that all databa...
- Q2. Difference between arraylist and linked list
- Ans.
ArrayList is resizable array implementation, LinkedList is doubly linked list implementation.
ArrayList uses dynamic array to store elements, LinkedList uses doubly linked list.
ArrayList is faster for accessing elements by index, LinkedList is faster for adding/removing elements.
Example: ArrayList
arrList = new ArrayList<>(); LinkedList linkedList = new LinkedList<>();
- Q3. How REST API used
- Ans.
REST API is used to communicate between client and server using HTTP methods like GET, POST, PUT, DELETE.
REST API allows clients to access and manipulate resources on a server using standard HTTP methods.
It uses URLs to identify resources and HTTP methods to perform actions on those resources.
Common HTTP methods used in REST API are GET (retrieve data), POST (create data), PUT (update data), DELETE (remove data).
REST A...
- Q4. Annotations in springboot
- Ans.
Annotations in Spring Boot are used to provide metadata about the application and its components.
Annotations are used to configure Spring Boot applications, define beans, handle requests, etc.
Examples include @SpringBootApplication, @RestController, @Autowired, @RequestMapping, etc.
- Q5. Features of java 8
- Ans.
Java 8 introduced several new features including lambda expressions, functional interfaces, streams, and default methods in interfaces.
Lambda expressions allow for more concise code and enable functional programming.
Functional interfaces are interfaces with a single abstract method, used for lambda expressions.
Streams provide a way to work with collections of objects in a functional style.
Default methods in interfaces ...
- Q6. How interface is implemented in java
- Ans.
Interfaces in Java are implemented using the 'implements' keyword, allowing classes to provide specific implementations for methods defined in the interface.
Interfaces in Java define a contract for classes to implement, specifying method signatures without implementations.
A class can implement multiple interfaces by separating them with commas.
Classes implementing an interface must provide concrete implementations for ...
- Q7. How stream API works
- Ans.
Stream API in Java provides a way to process collections of objects in a functional style.
Stream API allows for functional-style operations on collections like map, filter, reduce, etc.
It supports lazy evaluation, meaning operations are only performed when needed.
Streams can be sequential or parallel, depending on the source and operations used.
- Q8. Benefits of springboot over spring
- Ans.
Spring Boot simplifies the setup and development of Spring applications by providing a convention-over-configuration approach.
Spring Boot eliminates the need for XML configuration by using annotations and sensible defaults.
It includes embedded servers like Tomcat, Jetty, or Undertow, making it easy to deploy standalone applications.
Auto-configuration feature reduces the amount of boilerplate code needed to set up a Spr...
- Q9. Difference between throw and throwable
- Ans.
throw is a keyword used to explicitly throw an exception, while Throwable is a class that serves as the base class for all exceptions in Java.
throw is used to throw an exception in a method, while Throwable is the superclass of all exceptions in Java.
throw is followed by an instance of Throwable class or its subclasses, while Throwable is a class that provides common methods for handling exceptions.
Example: throw new N...
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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Technical and optimization techniques related
- Q2. Coding questions of java script
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Selected
I applied via AmbitionBox and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.
Aptitude test assess the candidate’s cognitive abilities ,skills and potential for learning.
A group discussion is a structured conversation among a group of people usually 6-12 participants , moderated by facilitator.
(6 Questions)
- Q1. Can you tell me about yourself?
- Q2. Why do you want to work for company
- Q3. What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses?
- Q4. How do you handle change or unexpected situations?
- Q5. What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses?
- Ans.
My greatest strength is my ability to communicate effectively and empathize with customers. My weakness is that I can be overly detail-oriented at times.
Strength: Effective communication skills - able to convey information clearly and concisely
Strength: Empathy towards customers - able to understand their needs and concerns
Weakness: Being overly detail-oriented - sometimes spend too much time focusing on minor details
W...
- Q6. How do you handle chane or unexpected situations?
- Ans.
I handle change or unexpected situations by staying calm, assessing the situation, and adapting quickly.
Stay calm and composed
Assess the situation and understand the impact
Adapt quickly and come up with a solution
Communicate effectively with team members or customers
Interview Preparation Tips
Update your resume and LinkedIn profile.
Identify your strengths, skills and areas for improvement.
Non Voice Customer Care Executive Interview Questions asked at other Companies
(5 Questions)
- Q1. How are you, what is your name, where are you from
- Ans.
I am doing well, my name is John Smith, and I am from New York.
I am doing well
My name is John Smith
I am from New York
- Q2. Hola siva India flag
- Q3. Siva Reddy vanga india
- Q4. India vanga siva reddy
- Q5. King movie good only
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Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies
I was interviewed in Aug 2024.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. NA- rude behaviour by interviewer
- Q2. NA
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(3 Questions)
- Q1. Explain Snowflake Architecture
- Ans.
Snowflake Architecture is a cloud-based data warehousing platform that separates storage and compute for increased scalability and performance.
Snowflake uses a unique architecture with three layers: storage, compute, and services.
Data is stored in Amazon S3 or Microsoft Azure Blob Storage, separate from the compute resources.
Compute resources can be scaled up or down independently of storage, allowing for flexibility a...
- Q2. What is Multi-clustering
- Ans.
Multi-clustering is a feature in Snowflake that allows data to be stored in multiple clusters for improved performance and scalability.
Improves query performance by distributing data across multiple clusters
Increases scalability by allowing more resources to be added as needed
Helps in workload isolation and resource management
Example: Storing customer data in one cluster and product data in another for better performan
- Q3. 2 SQL scenario questions
Snowflake Developer Interview Questions asked at other Companies
I applied via Job Fair and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.
(3 Questions)
- Q1. Questions on ML, NLP, Gen AI
- Q2. Python - pandas questions
- Q3. Understanding of concepts for a real time problem
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