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I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Interview 

(8 Questions)

Round duration - 45 minutes
IBM had organized a coding fest in our college. I participated there and through that I got a chance to interview for the position of software developer at IBM. There was only one round for me, an Interview round where they asked Technical and HR questions. A lot of the interview was based around my project only.

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. What was your final year project?
  • Ans. 

    My final year project was a web-based e-commerce platform for small businesses.

    • Developed using PHP and MySQL

    • Implemented features such as product catalog, shopping cart, and payment gateway integration

    • Designed a user-friendly interface with responsive design

    • Conducted testing and debugging to ensure smooth functionality

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  • Q3. Do you like online classes or offline classes?
  • Ans. 

    It depends on the subject and the quality of the class.

    • For technical subjects, online classes are more convenient and accessible.

    • For practical subjects, offline classes are better as they provide hands-on experience.

    • The quality of the class is more important than the mode of delivery.

    • Online classes can save time and money on commuting.

    • Offline classes provide opportunities for networking and socializing.

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  • Q4. How will you compete with your colleagues?
  • Q5. Will you do projects on current technologies or old technologies?
  • Ans. 

    I am open to working on projects with both current and old technologies.

    • I believe in using the right tool for the job, regardless of its age.

    • Older technologies may still be in use and require maintenance or updates.

    • Current technologies may offer new and innovative solutions to problems.

    • I am always willing to learn and adapt to new technologies.

    • Examples of old technologies I have experience with include Java and C++.

    • Exa...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Design a system for railway ticket booking
  • Ans. 

    Design a system for railway ticket booking

    • Create a user-friendly interface for booking tickets

    • Integrate payment gateway for secure transactions

    • Implement seat availability and reservation system

    • Include features for cancellation and refund

    • Develop a database to store user and ticket information

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Are you willing to relocate?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am willing to relocate for the right opportunity.

    • I am open to exploring new locations and cultures.

    • I am willing to consider relocation packages and assistance.

    • I am excited about the prospect of working with a new team and expanding my skills.

    • Examples: I have previously relocated for a job opportunity and found it to be a positive experience.

    • I am willing to discuss specific details and requirements for relocation

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  • Q8. Any questions?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have a few questions regarding the company culture and team dynamics.

    • Can you tell me more about the team structure and how collaboration is encouraged?

    • What is the company's approach to professional development and growth?

    • How does the company prioritize work-life balance for its employees?

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Professional and academic backgroundAt the time of the interview, I had 0 Years (fresher) of experience.IBM interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Technical concepts like C and Java and OOPS and Memory Allocations.Resources to prepare for this interview - PrepInsta helped me with my coding competition. I connected with one of their mentors on the telegram app and they helped me with the coding round and the subsequent process.Tips for other job seekers - Be honest in the Interview. If you don’t know something you can say that you don’t know instead of giving a wrong answer.Final outcome of the interviewSelected

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Difficulty level
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Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Oct 2022. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude test was as usual.

Round 3 - Coding Test 

Two HackerEarth or HackerRank coding questions

Round 4 - English and gamming assessment 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. English assessment
Round 5 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions was based on Core Java

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Office Worker Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 26 Apr 2022

I applied via Approached by Company

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before May 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. I was already have experience of few years so question for me was related to notice period and salary negotiation
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. My interview was taken about 70-80 min, so I'm not sure that I remember all questions
  • Ans. But remember to be confident and say no if you don't know the answer rather that a guess
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Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Again notice period and salary negotiation

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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Dec 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

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  • Q1. What is meant by accounts payable?
  • Ans. 

    Accounts payable refers to the amount of money a company owes to its suppliers or vendors for goods or services received.

    • Accounts payable is a liability on the balance sheet.

    • It represents the company's short-term obligations to pay for goods or services.

    • It includes invoices, bills, and other payment obligations.

    • Accounts payable is typically recorded when goods or services are received, but payment has not yet been made...

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Android Developer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 22 Mar 2021

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Feb 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. What is Android development
  • Ans. 

    Android development is the process of creating applications for the Android operating system.

    • Android development involves writing code in Java or Kotlin to create mobile applications.

    • It includes designing user interfaces, implementing functionality, and testing the app.

    • Developers use Android Studio, an integrated development environment (IDE), for building Android apps.

    • Android apps can be published on the Google Play S...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is sdk
  • Ans.    Answered Mar 22, 2021 Sdk Android is a tool that to the developers need in to write app on Android.
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  • Q3. Explain features of Android development
  • Ans. 

    Android development features include open-source platform, rich development environment, and extensive libraries.

    • Open-source platform allows for customization and flexibility

    • Rich development environment with tools like Android Studio

    • Extensive libraries for various functionalities like UI, networking, and database

    • Support for multiple hardware devices and screen sizes

    • Integration with Google services like Maps, Firebase, ...

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  • Q4. What is use of activity creator
  • Ans. 

    The activity creator is used to create instances of an activity class in Android development.

    • The activity creator is responsible for instantiating an activity class.

    • It is typically used when starting a new activity from another activity.

    • The activity creator can pass data to the new activity through intent extras.

    • It is commonly used in the onCreate() method of the calling activity.

    • Example: Intent intent = new Intent(thi

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  • Q5. What is java
  • Ans. 

    Java is a high-level programming language used for developing a wide range of applications, including Android apps.

    • Java is an object-oriented language.

    • It is platform-independent, meaning it can run on any operating system.

    • Java uses a virtual machine called the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) to execute code.

    • It has a large standard library with built-in classes and methods for common programming tasks.

    • Java is known for its s

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  • Q6. The Java Development Kit is an implementation of either one of the Java Platform, hat is jdk .

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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Sep 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. About previous project details, communication, QA testing technical questions.
  • Q2. I answered good way..
  • Q3. Still there end no answer

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posted on 14 Apr 2022

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 6 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

Work assignment

Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Quantative

Round 3 - Coding Test 

Knowledge on coding

Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Reporting payroll ans integration questions
Round 5 - Case Study 

Design sessions and discovery exp

Round 6 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q2. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q3. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Q4. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

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Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.
Round 2 - One-on-one 

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  • Q1. How soon can you join us
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  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?

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How many rounds are there in IBM interview for freshers?
IBM interview process for freshers usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the IBM interview process for freshers are Technical, Resume Shortlist and HR.
How to prepare for IBM interview for freshers?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at IBM. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at IBM expect are Expense Management, Finance, Fixed Assets, Accounting and Accounts Payable.
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