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- Q1. Palindromic Linked List You are given a singly Linked List of integers. Your task is to return true if the given singly linked list is a palindrome otherwise returns fals ...read moreasked in Software Engineer Trainee interview
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- Q1. What is the important skill I need to learn to become an KYC Analyst
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Athi Sabesan
45 minutes, verbal reasoning etc
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I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jan 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.
It was just a typical logical reasoning and aptitude MCQ test
There were 2 coding questions and you can select any language for solving it. The test was online
(13 Questions)
- Q1. He simply asked me which coding language I prefer and why ? (Mine was C++)
- Q2. Difference between C and C++?
- Ans.
C is a procedural programming language while C++ is an object-oriented programming language.
C is a procedural programming language, while C++ supports both procedural and object-oriented programming.
C does not have classes and objects, while C++ does.
C does not support function overloading, while C++ does.
C does not have exception handling, while C++ does.
C does not have namespaces, while C++ does.
- Q3. What is Object oriented programming?
- Ans.
Object oriented programming is a programming paradigm based on the concept of objects, which can contain data and code.
Objects are instances of classes, which define the structure and behavior of the objects.
Encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism are key principles of object oriented programming.
Example: Inheritance allows a class to inherit properties and methods from another class.
Example: Encapsulation hides t...
- Q4. What are the 4 pillars of OOPs?
- Ans.
Encapsulation, Inheritance, Polymorphism, Abstraction
Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit
Inheritance: Ability of a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class
Polymorphism: Ability to present the same interface for different data types
Abstraction: Hiding the complex implementation details and showing only the necessary features
- Q5. Write down code implementing all 4 pillars of OOPs.
- Ans.
Code implementing all 4 pillars of OOPs
Encapsulation: Encapsulate data within classes and provide public methods to access and modify the data.
Inheritance: Create a hierarchy of classes where child classes inherit attributes and methods from parent classes.
Polymorphism: Allow objects of different classes to be treated as objects of a common superclass through method overriding and overloading.
Abstraction: Hide complex ...
- Q6. Difference between Stacks and Queues?
- Ans.
Stacks are Last In First Out (LIFO) data structures, while Queues are First In First Out (FIFO) data structures.
Stacks: Elements are added and removed from the same end, like a stack of plates. Example: Undo feature in text editors.
Queues: Elements are added at the rear and removed from the front, like a line of people waiting. Example: Print queue in a printer.
- Q7. Write a code to find the 2nd largest element in an array.
- Ans.
Code to find the 2nd largest element in an array
Sort the array in descending order and return the element at index 1
Iterate through the array and keep track of the two largest elements
Handle edge cases like arrays with less than 2 elements
- Q8. What is merge sort and its Algorithm ?
- Ans.
Merge sort is a divide and conquer algorithm that divides the input array into two halves, sorts them recursively, and then merges them.
Divide the input array into two halves
Recursively sort each half
Merge the sorted halves back together
- Q9. What is DBMS and RDBMS and difference between them?
- Ans.
DBMS stands for Database Management System, while RDBMS stands for Relational Database Management System. RDBMS is a type of DBMS.
DBMS is a software system that allows users to define, create, maintain and control access to the database.
RDBMS is a type of DBMS that stores data in a structured format using tables with rows and columns.
RDBMS enforces a set of rules called ACID properties to ensure data integrity, while D...
- Q10. What is SQL and who its different from mySQL?
- Ans.
SQL is a standard language for managing databases, while MySQL is a specific open-source relational database management system.
SQL stands for Structured Query Language and is used to communicate with databases.
SQL is a standard language that can be used with various database management systems.
MySQL is a specific open-source relational database management system that uses SQL.
MySQL is one of the most popular database m...
- Q11. Difference between Delete, Truncate and Drop?
- Ans.
Delete removes specific rows from a table, Truncate removes all rows from a table, and Drop removes the table itself.
Delete is a DML command that removes specific rows from a table based on a condition.
Truncate is a DDL command that removes all rows from a table but keeps the table structure.
Drop is a DDL command that removes the entire table along with its structure.
- Q12. Different kind of Joins in DBMS ?
- Ans.
Different types of joins in DBMS include inner join, outer join, left join, right join, and full join.
Inner join: Returns rows when there is a match in both tables.
Outer join: Returns all rows from one table and only matching rows from the other table.
Left join: Returns all rows from the left table and the matched rows from the right table.
Right join: Returns all rows from the right table and the matched rows from the ...
- Q13. And at last 2 to 3 SQL queries. They were not that hard, Just basic queries.
Interview Preparation Tips
If you don't know the answer of a coding question (NOTE: not a theoretical question) try for sometime to come up with the solution and while thinking keep saying your approach out loud to the interview and if after taking 1 to 2 mins you still don't know just say, Sorry I can't recall it right now but I will definitely get to it after the interview. Don't use this approach for theoretical questions, Either you have an answer to that or not.
Never Beat around the bush, be specific and to the point.
And at last, I just wanna say that passing an interview needs 40% skill, 20% communication, 20% confidence, 10% mood of the interview and 10% is luck.
Why I am saying mood of the interview and luck????
In my case, I was not selected for the final HR round. First of all, in all 137 students selected for the technical interview, my name was at 111 and randomly they called the first student for the interview and it was me. So that's luck.
OK after I entered my interviewer cabin, I saw a look of aggression on my interviewers face. We didn't smiled once during my 50min interview. He didn't even asked me to introduce myself.
He asked me 15 questions in total and I correctly answers 10 of them to the point and for the rest 5 I explained my approach to them.
Still I got rejected, and one of my friend who was answered like 2 questions out of 10 got selected because his interviewer was different. (NOTE: I am really happy for my friend, He is like my best buddy and my only well wisher that I know about).
So yeah just prepare well and be confident and even if things go south and you gave your best, just think that today was not your day and just move on.
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(1 Question)
- Q1. Code for Binary search
- Ans.
Binary search is a divide and conquer algorithm that finds the position of a target value within a sorted array.
Start by defining the low and high indices of the array.
Calculate the middle index and compare the target value with the middle element.
If the target value is less than the middle element, update the high index to mid-1.
If the target value is greater than the middle element, update the low index to mid+1.
Repe...
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Srinjan Bagchi
Selected
I applied via campus placement at Jadavpur University and was interviewed before Dec 2023. There were 5 interview rounds.
Typical Apti with basic QA and Verbal Ability questions.
Topic given around for a GD consisting of 10 people
(5 Questions)
- Q1. Tell me about yourself.
- Ans.
I am a data analyst with a strong background in statistics and data visualization.
Experienced in analyzing large datasets to extract valuable insights
Proficient in using tools like SQL, Python, and Tableau
Strong communication skills to present findings to stakeholders
- Q2. Discussion about relevant experience regarding Data Science and Algorithms.
- Q3. Asked to define Predictive vs Prescriptive analytics.
- Q4. A case scenario to define how I will do a data visualization for best understanding. Define XG Boost in ML.
- Q5. Questions pertaining my major projects, and what algorithms I used. Explaining those.
A problem statement on how a farmer can't repay his loan, and how will I approach this problem. Second, a case scenario regarding a global economic problem, and How will I approach to solve it, with the thought map.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Salary discussion and expectations
- Q2. Job location discussions
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- Data Science
- SQL
- Python
- Machine Learning
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Deepesh Gupta
I applied via Campus Placement
Basic Aptitude and Technical Question
2 coding Questions asked from array and strings
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Projects were asked
- Q2. Resume should be prepared well
(1 Question)
- Q1. Basic HR questions were asked
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I applied via Referral and was interviewed before May 2023. There was 1 interview round.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Self Intro and projects discussion
- Q2. Feature selection methods
- Ans.
Feature selection methods help in selecting the most relevant features for building predictive models.
Feature selection methods aim to reduce the number of input variables to only those that are most relevant.
Common methods include filter methods, wrapper methods, and embedded methods.
Examples include Recursive Feature Elimination (RFE), Principal Component Analysis (PCA), and Lasso regression.
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Able Jobs
Selected
I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Nov 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.
It was aptitute test consisting of three sections. Mainly arithmetic, sequences, Visual aptitude, Reading comprehension, grammer
2 coding questions, It was on SHL. Don't remember the exact questions but they were fairly straightforward. One was on Arrays, and the other on sorting. I was able to solve both.
(8 Questions)
- Q1. Introduce yourself and why you want to work in hsbc?
- Ans.
I am a software engineer with a passion for problem-solving and a strong interest in the financial industry. I want to work at HSBC because of its global presence, reputation, and the opportunity to work on innovative projects.
I have a strong background in software development and have worked on various projects, including developing web applications and implementing complex algorithms.
I am highly motivated and enjoy t...
- Q2. What is your area of interest?
- Ans.
My area of interest is machine learning and artificial intelligence.
I enjoy working with large datasets and developing algorithms to analyze and extract insights from them.
I have experience with various machine learning techniques such as regression, classification, and clustering.
I am also interested in natural language processing and computer vision.
Some examples of my work include developing a recommendation system ...
- Q3. Tell me more about your projects.
- Ans.
I have worked on various projects including a mobile app for tracking fitness goals and a web application for managing inventory.
Developed a mobile app using React Native to track fitness goals and provide personalized workout plans.
Built a web application using Django to manage inventory, track stock levels, and generate reports.
Collaborated with a team to develop a chatbot using natural language processing for custom
- Q4. Lot of questions on ML and deep learning.
- Q5. What is the difference between clustering and classification.
- Ans.
Clustering groups data points based on similarity while classification assigns labels to data points based on predefined categories.
Clustering is unsupervised learning while classification is supervised learning.
Clustering is used to find patterns in data while classification is used to predict the category of a data point.
Examples of clustering algorithms include k-means and hierarchical clustering while examples of c...
- Q6. Code anything you wish to do
- Ans.
I would like to create a program that generates a random password.
Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters
Allow the user to specify the length of the password
Ensure that the password is strong and not easily guessable
- Q7. Sql question on Union instructions.
- Q8. Some questions on tensorflow.
(4 Questions)
- Q1. Why you want to join hsbc
- Ans.
I want to join HSBC because of its global presence, reputation, and opportunities for growth.
HSBC is a renowned global bank with a strong presence in multiple countries.
I am attracted to the reputation and brand value of HSBC.
HSBC offers a wide range of career opportunities and growth prospects.
The company's focus on innovation and technology aligns with my passion for software engineering.
HSBC's diverse and inclusive
- Q2. What is your preferred location
- Ans.
I prefer to work in a vibrant and tech-driven city with ample opportunities for growth and collaboration.
I thrive in an environment that fosters innovation and encourages continuous learning.
I value being part of a diverse and inclusive team that promotes creativity and teamwork.
I am open to relocation for the right opportunity and am excited about the prospect of working in a dynamic and fast-paced industry.
Some examp...
- Q3. How do you solve conflicts?
- Ans.
I approach conflicts by actively listening, identifying the root cause, and finding a mutually beneficial solution.
Listen to all parties involved and understand their perspectives
Identify the root cause of the conflict
Brainstorm potential solutions with all parties
Find a mutually beneficial solution
Communicate the solution clearly and ensure all parties agree
- Q4. Can you manage stress
- Ans.
Yes, I can manage stress effectively.
I have developed various strategies to cope with stress, such as time management, prioritization, and relaxation techniques.
I maintain a healthy work-life balance to prevent burnout and manage stress levels.
I communicate openly with my team and seek support when needed, which helps in reducing stress.
I practice mindfulness and self-care activities like exercise and meditation to sta...
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Selected
I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jan 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.
Self aptitude test like how you will tackle the environment of a corporate
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- Q1. Cv related questions and banking topic like compound interest simpler interest questions they will ask you to speak on a topic for 1 min in ENGLISH
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- Q1. What are your strength
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