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Given an array containing 'N' elements, the task is to reverse the order of all array elements and display the reversed array.
The elements of the given array need to ...
Reverse the order of elements in an array and display the reversed array.
Create a function that takes an array as input
Use a loop to iterate through the array and swap elements at opposite ends
Return the reversed array
I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There was 1 interview round.
Interview questions for Software Engineer position covering OOPS concepts, exception handling, SOLID principles, Java 8 features, and Streams.
Abstraction in OOPS: Hiding implementation details. Example: Abstract class Shape with method draw().
Encapsulation in OOPS: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data. Example: Class Employee with private fields and public getters/setters.
Inheritance in OOPS: Reusing code...
The interview questions cover various topics related to Spring framework, REST vs SOAP, JPA repository, Feign client, circuit breaker, and Spring Security.
Spring Boot provides a simpler and faster way to set up and run Spring applications compared to traditional Spring.
Common annotations in Spring include @Controller, @Service, @Repository, @Autowired, @Component, @RequestMapping, @GetMapping, @PostMapping, @PutMapping...
I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.
Java is a popular programming language known for its platform independence and object-oriented features.
Java is platform-independent, meaning it can run on any device with a Java Virtual Machine (JVM)
Java is object-oriented, allowing for modular and reusable code
Java is known for its robust standard library, providing a wide range of pre-built functionality
Java supports multithreading, allowing for concurrent execution...
I prefer to focus on the value I can bring to the company rather than my current salary.
Emphasize your skills, experience, and qualifications instead of focusing on current salary
Discuss how your salary expectations align with the market rate for the position
Avoid disclosing specific salary figures unless necessary
I appeared for an interview in May 2025, where I was asked the following questions.
I have over 5 years of experience in software development, focusing on web applications and cloud solutions.
Developed a scalable e-commerce platform using React and Node.js, improving load times by 30%.
Led a team of 4 in migrating legacy systems to AWS, resulting in a 40% reduction in operational costs.
Implemented CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, which decreased deployment times from hours to minutes.
Collaborated with cr...
Manual testing involves human testers executing test cases, while automation testing uses tools to execute tests automatically.
Manual testing is time-consuming and requires human intervention, e.g., exploratory testing.
Automation testing is faster and more efficient for repetitive tasks, e.g., regression testing.
Manual testing is better for usability testing, where human judgment is crucial.
Automation testing is ideal ...
Functional testing verifies that software functions according to specified requirements and performs its intended tasks.
Focuses on user requirements and functionality of the application.
Examples include testing login/logout features, data entry forms, and payment processing.
Can be performed manually or through automated testing tools.
Ensures that the software behaves as expected under various conditions.
Common techniqu...
I appeared for an interview in Apr 2025, where I was asked the following questions.
A stack is a LIFO data structure, while a queue is a FIFO structure, each serving different use cases in programming.
LIFO vs FIFO: Stack follows Last In First Out (LIFO) principle, while Queue follows First In First Out (FIFO).
Stack Example: Think of a stack of plates; you add and remove plates from the top.
Queue Example: A queue is like a line at a ticket counter; the first person in line is the first to be served.
Ope...
Threads are lightweight processes that share the same memory space, while processes are independent with their own memory allocation.
Memory Usage: Threads share the same memory space, making them more efficient in terms of memory usage compared to processes, which have separate memory.
Communication: Threads can communicate with each other more easily since they share the same memory, while processes require inter-proce...
I faced a significant challenge with a performance bottleneck in a web application, which I resolved through optimization techniques.
Identifying the Bottleneck: I used profiling tools to analyze the application and discovered that a specific API call was taking too long to respond.
Caching Strategy: Implemented a caching mechanism using Redis to store frequently accessed data, reducing the number of API calls and improv...
Working at your company offers a collaborative environment, innovative projects, and opportunities for professional growth.
Collaborative Culture: The company promotes teamwork, where developers regularly engage in code reviews and pair programming to enhance code quality.
Innovative Projects: Employees work on cutting-edge technologies, such as AI and machine learning, which keeps the work exciting and relevant.
Professi...
Django follows the Model-View-Controller (MVC) architecture pattern for organizing code.
Model: Represents the data structure and handles database operations.
View: Handles user interface logic and renders templates.
Controller: Acts as a bridge between the Model and View, processing user requests and returning responses.
I applied via Company Website
I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, mongoDb nodeJs reactjs
I appeared for an interview in Feb 2025, where I was asked the following questions.
I left my last job to seek new challenges, enhance my skills, and pursue opportunities that align with my career goals.
I wanted to grow professionally and felt I had reached a plateau in my previous role.
I was looking for a company culture that aligns more closely with my values, such as innovation and collaboration.
I sought opportunities to work on more complex projects that would allow me to leverage my technical ski...
The duration of HCLTech Software Engineer interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.
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