Indus Valley Partners Interview Questions and Answers

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Q1. Derivative Knowledge Check
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Q2. Alternate Investment Knowledge Check
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Q1. Scenario Based and financial instrument level
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Q2. Deep dive into derivative and alternative investment
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Derivative and alternative investments involve complex financial instruments and strategies beyond traditional stocks and bonds.
• Derivatives are financial contracts whose value is derived from an underlying asset, index, or rate. Examples include options, futures, and swaps.

• Alternative investments are non-traditional assets such as private equity, hedge funds, real estate, and commodities.

• Both derivative and alternative...read more
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Q1. General HR Question
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Q2. Strength and Weakness
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Q1. What is Election process in HA in VMware
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The election process in VMware HA ensures a master host is selected to manage failover and resource allocation.
• VMware HA (High Availability) uses an election process to determine the master host in a cluster.

• The master host is responsible for monitoring the health of other hosts and VMs.

• If the master host fails, the remaining hosts will hold a new election to select a new master.

• The election is based on the host's prio...read more
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Q2. Wat is the cause if you are unable to migrate VMs?
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VM migration issues can arise from various factors including network, storage, and compatibility problems.
• Network connectivity issues: If the source and destination hosts cannot communicate, migration will fail.

• Insufficient resources: Lack of CPU, memory, or storage on the destination host can prevent migration.

• Incompatible VM configurations: Different hypervisor versions or settings may not support migration.

• Storage a...read more
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Q3. Where are you from?
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I'm originally from a small town in the Midwest, known for its friendly community and beautiful parks, which shaped my values and work ethic.
• Grew up in Springfield, a town famous for its annual arts festival.

• The community is tight-knit, fostering strong relationships and teamwork.

• Nature plays a big role; I spent weekends hiking in nearby state parks.

• The local tech scene is growing, inspiring my interest in server engin...read more
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Q4. What is your notice period?
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My notice period is typically two weeks, allowing for a smooth transition and handover of responsibilities.
• Standard notice period is two weeks, which is common in the tech industry.

• I can negotiate a shorter notice if needed, depending on the urgency of the role.

• During the notice period, I will ensure all my tasks are completed and documentation is updated.

• I believe in leaving on good terms, so I will assist in training...read more
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Q5. What is FT?
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FT stands for Fault Tolerance, ensuring systems continue to operate despite failures.
• Fault Tolerance allows systems to remain operational during hardware or software failures.

• Examples include RAID configurations in storage systems that provide redundancy.

• Cloud services often implement FT to ensure high availability and reliability.

• FT can be achieved through techniques like replication, checkpointing, and failover.
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Q6. What is type 1 hypervisor
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A Type 1 hypervisor runs directly on hardware, managing guest operating systems without a host OS layer.
• Also known as a bare-metal hypervisor.

• Examples include VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Xen.

• Offers better performance and resource management than Type 2 hypervisors.

• Ideal for enterprise environments and data centers.
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Q7. Steps for esxi patching
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ESXi patching involves updating the hypervisor to enhance security and performance through a systematic process.
• 1. Backup your ESXi host configuration and virtual machines to prevent data loss.

• 2. Check VMware's website for the latest patches and updates relevant to your ESXi version.

• 3. Download the patch or update bundle, ensuring compatibility with your current environment.

• 4. Place the ESXi host in maintenance mode to...read more
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Q8. Steps for windows patching
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Windows patching involves updating the operating system to fix vulnerabilities and improve performance.
• 1. Assess the current system: Check the current version and installed updates using 'winver' command.

• 2. Backup important data: Create a system restore point or backup critical files before applying patches.

• 3. Check for updates: Use Windows Update settings to search for available patches.

• 4. Review update details: Read ...read more
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Q9. Steps for vcenter patching
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Patching vCenter involves planning, backing up, applying updates, and verifying system functionality.
• 1. Review release notes for the patch to understand changes and requirements.

• 2. Backup the vCenter Server and its database to prevent data loss.

• 3. Check compatibility with existing infrastructure (ESXi hosts, plugins).

• 4. Download the patch from VMware's website or use the vSphere Update Manager.

• 5. Apply the patch during...read more
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Q10. Snapshots type with example
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Snapshots are point-in-time copies of data, used for backup and recovery in server environments.
• Full Snapshots: Capture the entire state of a system at a specific time. Example: A complete backup of a virtual machine.

• Incremental Snapshots: Only store changes made since the last snapshot. Example: After a full snapshot, only new files or changes are saved.

• Differential Snapshots: Capture changes since the last full snaps...read more
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Q1. OOPs related questions like polymorphism, inheritance
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Q2. SQL based question about Normalization
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Q3. Your past work experiences, your internship experiences etc
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I have diverse experiences in software development through internships and projects, focusing on teamwork and problem-solving.
• Interned at XYZ Corp, where I developed a web application using React and Node.js, improving user engagement by 30%.

• Worked on a team project in college to create a mobile app for local businesses, enhancing my collaboration and coding skills.

• Participated in hackathons, where I learned to work un...read more
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Q1. Derivatives and it's types, capital markets journal entries basic, invoice and purchase order.
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Q2. Basic SQL queries
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Q3. Excel- Vlookup, Hlook up and index match Conditional formatting
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