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Round 1 - Coding Test 

Pseudo Code related to HTML, JS and JSON

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I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Dec 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Basics of redux and react es6 js css3

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - First of all go through the job description .Brush up all your basics .And do practice hands on coding.

I was interviewed before Dec 2020.

Round 1 - Video Call 

(4 Questions)

Round duration - 60 Minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

This round consisted of questions from DS/Algo , OOPS and Operating Systems primarily usage of some basic UNIX commands .

  • Q1. 

    Kth Largest Number Problem Statement

    You are given a continuous stream of numbers, and the task is to determine the kth largest number at any moment during the stream.

    Explanation:

    A specialized data st...

  • Ans. 

    Design a data structure to find the kth largest number in a continuous stream of integers.

    • Design a specialized data structure to handle an indefinite number of integers from the stream.

    • Implement 'add(DATA)' to incorporate integers into the stream's pool.

    • Implement 'getKthLargest()' to retrieve the kth largest number from the pool.

    • Maintain the pool of numbers and return the kth largest number for each query.

    • Ensure effici

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is an interface?
  • Ans. 

    An interface in software engineering is a contract that defines the methods that a class must implement.

    • Defines a set of methods that a class must implement

    • Provides a way to achieve abstraction and multiple inheritance

    • Helps in achieving loose coupling between classes

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Can you explain the SOLID principles in Object-Oriented Design?
  • Ans. 

    SOLID principles are a set of five design principles in object-oriented programming to make software designs more understandable, flexible, and maintainable.

    • S - Single Responsibility Principle: A class should have only one reason to change.

    • O - Open/Closed Principle: Software entities should be open for extension but closed for modification.

    • L - Liskov Substitution Principle: Objects of a superclass should be replaceable...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Can you explain piping in Unix/Linux?
  • Ans. 

    Piping in Unix/Linux allows the output of one command to be used as the input for another command.

    • Piping is done using the '|' symbol

    • It helps in connecting multiple commands together to perform complex operations

    • Example: ls -l | grep 'txt' - This command lists all files in long format and then filters for files with 'txt' in their name

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Video Call 

(5 Questions)

Round duration - 60 Minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

This round had questions revolving around OS , Selenium and some common concepts from DBMS. The interviewer was quite experienced and made the whole interview quite wholesome for me.

  • Q1. Can you explain any 5 essential UNIX commands?
  • Ans. 

    Essential UNIX commands include ls, cd, pwd, mkdir, and rm.

    • ls - list directory contents

    • cd - change directory

    • pwd - print working directory

    • mkdir - make directory

    • rm - remove files or directories

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How do you enable Actuator in a Spring Boot application?
  • Ans. 

    To enable Actuator in a Spring Boot application, you need to include the Actuator dependency in your pom.xml file and configure it in the application.properties file.

    • Include Actuator dependency in pom.xml file

    • Configure Actuator endpoints in application.properties file

    • Access Actuator endpoints to monitor and manage the application

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is dependency injection?
  • Ans. 

    Dependency injection is a design pattern in which components are given their dependencies rather than creating them internally.

    • Allows for easier testing by providing mock dependencies

    • Promotes loose coupling between components

    • Improves code reusability and maintainability

    • Examples: Constructor injection, Setter injection, Interface injection

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are Self-Join and Cross-Join in the context of database management systems?
  • Ans. 

    Self-Join is when a table is joined with itself, while Cross-Join is when every row from one table is combined with every row from another table.

    • Self-Join is used to combine rows with other rows in the same table.

    • Cross-Join generates a Cartesian product of the two tables involved.

    • Self-Join is typically used to compare rows within the same table, like in hierarchical structures.

    • Cross-Join is used when there is no common

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What are views in SQL?
  • Ans. 

    Views in SQL are virtual tables that are generated based on the result set of a SELECT query.

    • Views are saved SELECT queries that can be treated as tables.

    • They can simplify complex queries by storing them as a view.

    • Views do not store data themselves, but display data from the underlying tables.

    • They can be used to restrict access to specific columns or rows of a table.

    • Views can be used for data abstraction and security p

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

Round duration - 30 Minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

This is a cultural fitment testing round .HR was very frank and asked standard questions. Then we discussed about my role.

  • Q1. Why should we hire you?
  • Q2. Why are you looking for a job change?

Interview Preparation Tips

Eligibility criteriaAbove 2 years of experienceCapgemini interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Data Structures, Algorithms, System Design, Java , Selenium , Spring Boot, OOPSTime required to prepare for the interview - 3 monthsInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Must do Previously asked Interview as well as Online Test Questions.
Tip 2 : Go through all the previous interview experiences from Codestudio and Leetcode.
Tip 3 : Do at-least 2 good projects and you must know every bit of them.

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Have at-least 2 good projects explained in short with all important points covered.
Tip 2 : Every skill must be mentioned.
Tip 3 : Focus on skills, projects and experiences more.

Final outcome of the interviewSelected

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jun 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic Python questions
  • Q2. Difference between tuple and list
  • Ans. 

    Tuple is immutable and ordered while list is mutable and ordered.

    • Tuple uses parentheses while list uses square brackets.

    • Tuple is faster than list for accessing elements.

    • Tuple can be used as keys in dictionaries while list cannot.

    • Tuple is used for heterogeneous data while list is used for homogeneous data.

    • Tuple is used for returning multiple values from a function.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Mostly compensation and perks

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you are at 2-4 YOE looking for python development/ test role. Its quite easy to get into CG, just brush up on basics and go for it. They offered me almost 80% hike from previous company.

Skills evaluated in this interview

I was interviewed before Sep 2020.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview is standard. Mainly tests the conceptual level knowledge. Java multithreading might be asked if the candidate mentions it. Multi threading concepts are appreciated and gives an edge

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Tell something that you never faced in an interview untill now?

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

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Questions on java spring boot, java 8 new features with examples, core java questions on generics and garbage collection.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Knowledge on microservices and java 8 is necessary

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Jul 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Cocubes Test Task 1 is of Aptitude questions needs to be completed in Specific time interval and Task 2 is Essay Writing to be finished in Given interval

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Are you ready to Relocate
  • Ans. Yes I am relocate and flexible with any location
  • Answered Anonymously
Round 3 - Coding Test 

L1 Exam should be cleared L 1 exam is of multiple choice questions and completely related to Java J2Ee Spring

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare for co cubes Aptitude and All the best

I was interviewed before Dec 2020.

Round 1 - Face to Face 

(4 Questions)

Round duration - 60 Minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

This round consisted of 1 question from DSA with easy level of difficulty and then the rest of the questions were asked from DBMS and SQL.

  • Q1. 

    Trailing Zeros in Factorial Problem

    Find the number of trailing zeroes in the factorial of a given number N.

    Input:

    The first line contains an integer T representing the number of test cases.
    Each of the...
  • Ans. 

    Count the number of trailing zeros in the factorial of a given number N.

    • Iterate through each test case and calculate the factorial of N.

    • Count the number of trailing zeros by dividing the factorial by 10 until the remainder is not 0.

    • Return the count of trailing zeros for each test case.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Can you explain the concept of ACID properties in DBMS?
  • Ans. 

    ACID properties in DBMS ensure data integrity and consistency.

    • ACID stands for Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, and Durability.

    • Atomicity ensures that all operations in a transaction are completed successfully or none at all.

    • Consistency ensures that the database remains in a valid state before and after the transaction.

    • Isolation ensures that multiple transactions can run concurrently without affecting each other.

    • Durabi...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is meant by normalization and denormalization?
  • Ans. 

    Normalization is organizing data in a database to reduce redundancy and improve data integrity. Denormalization is adding redundant data to improve read performance.

    • Normalization is the process of organizing data in a database to reduce redundancy and dependency by dividing the data into multiple tables and defining relationships between them.

    • Denormalization is the process of adding redundant data to one or more tables...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How do you take a backup of a table in MySQL?
  • Ans. 

    Use the mysqldump command to take a backup of a table in MySQL.

    • Use the mysqldump command followed by the database name and table name to take a backup of a specific table.

    • Specify the username and password for the MySQL database using the -u and -p flags.

    • Redirect the output of the mysqldump command to a file to save the backup.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Face to Face 

(5 Questions)

Round duration - 60 Minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

This round had questions revolving around Java and Selenium. Core concpets of Selenium were very frequent in
this interview.

  • Q1. What is a JIT compiler?
  • Ans. 

    JIT compiler stands for Just-In-Time compiler, which compiles code during runtime instead of ahead of time.

    • JIT compiler converts bytecode into machine code on-the-fly

    • Improves performance by optimizing frequently executed code

    • Examples include Java HotSpot, .NET CLR

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are the advantages of using Packages in Java?
  • Ans. 

    Packages in Java help organize and manage classes and interfaces, provide access control, and prevent naming conflicts.

    • Organize classes and interfaces into a single unit for better maintainability

    • Provide access control by using access modifiers like public, private, protected, and default

    • Prevent naming conflicts by using unique package names

    • Facilitate modular programming and code reusability

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is the difference between assert and verify commands in Selenium?
  • Ans. 

    Assert commands in Selenium are used to verify the expected result of a test case, while verify commands are used to check for the presence of an element without halting the test execution.

    • Assert commands halt the test execution if the verification fails, while verify commands continue with the test execution even if the verification fails.

    • Assert commands are used to validate the expected result of a test case, while v...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. When should I use Selenium Grid?
  • Ans. 

    Selenium Grid is used for parallel testing across multiple browsers, devices, and operating systems.

    • Use Selenium Grid when you need to run tests in parallel to save time.

    • It is useful for testing on multiple browsers, devices, and operating systems simultaneously.

    • Helps in reducing test execution time by distributing tests across multiple nodes.

    • Useful for large test suites that require testing on various configurations.

    • C...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What are the different types of waits available in Selenium WebDriver?
  • Ans. 

    Different types of waits in Selenium WebDriver include Implicit Wait, Explicit Wait, and Fluent Wait.

    • Implicit Wait: Waits for a certain amount of time before throwing a NoSuchElementException.

    • Explicit Wait: Waits for a certain condition to occur before proceeding further in the code.

    • Fluent Wait: Waits for a condition to be true with a specified polling frequency and timeout.

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

Round duration - 30 Minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

This is a cultural fitment testing round .HR was very frank and asked standard questions. Then we discussed about my role.

  • Q1. Why should we hire you?
  • Q2. Why are you looking for a job change?

Interview Preparation Tips

Eligibility criteriaAbove 2 years of experienceCapgemini interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Data Structures, Algorithms, System Design, Aptitude, Java , OOPSTime required to prepare for the interview - 3 monthsInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Must do Previously asked Interview as well as Online Test Questions.
Tip 2 : Go through all the previous interview experiences from Codestudio and Leetcode.
Tip 3 : Do at-least 2 good projects and you must know every bit of them.

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Have at-least 2 good projects explained in short with all important points covered.
Tip 2 : Every skill must be mentioned.
Tip 3 : Focus on skills, projects and experiences more.

Final outcome of the interviewSelected

Skills evaluated in this interview

I was interviewed before Dec 2020.

Round 1 - Face to Face 

(5 Questions)

Round duration - 60 Minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

This round had 1 question of Basic Programming and Maths and then I was asked some questions related to DBMS and basic C++ concepts.

  • Q1. 

    Find Terms of Series Problem

    Ayush is tasked with determining the first 'X' terms of the series defined by 3 * N + 2, ensuring that no term is a multiple of 4.

    Input:

    The first line contains a single in...
  • Ans. 

    Generate the first 'X' terms of a series 3 * N + 2, excluding multiples of 4.

    • Iterate through numbers starting from 1 and check if 3 * N + 2 is not a multiple of 4.

    • Keep track of the count of terms generated and stop when 'X' terms are found.

    • Return the list of terms that meet the criteria for each test case.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why is normalization needed in a database?
  • Ans. 

    Normalization is needed in a database to reduce redundancy, improve data integrity, and optimize database performance.

    • Eliminates data redundancy by breaking down data into smaller, more manageable tables

    • Prevents update anomalies by ensuring data consistency

    • Improves data integrity by enforcing relationships between tables

    • Optimizes database performance by reducing storage space and improving query efficiency

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Explain the difference between intension and extension in a database.
  • Ans. 

    Intension refers to the attributes or properties of a concept, while extension refers to the instances or examples of that concept in a database.

    • Intension describes the characteristics or properties of a concept.

    • Extension refers to the actual instances or examples of that concept.

    • For example, in a database of fruits, intension would include attributes like color, taste, and size, while extension would list specific fru

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is the difference between new() and malloc() in C++?
  • Ans. 

    new() is used to allocate memory for an object and call its constructor, while malloc() is used to allocate memory without calling any constructor.

    • new() is a C++ operator, while malloc() is a function in C.

    • new() returns a pointer to the allocated memory, while malloc() returns a void pointer.

    • new() automatically calls the constructor of the object, while malloc() does not initialize the allocated memory.

    • Example: int* ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What distinguishes a structure from a class in C++?
  • Ans. 

    In C++, a structure is a user-defined data type that can hold both data and functions, while a class can also have access specifiers and inheritance.

    • Structures in C++ are primarily used for grouping data members together, while classes can have additional features like access specifiers (public, private, protected) and inheritance.

    • Structures default to public access for their members, while classes default to private a...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Face to Face 

(7 Questions)

Round duration - 60 Minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

This round was preety much mixed and contained questions from Operating Systems, Unix, Java and more importantly Selenium.

  • Q1. Can you explain piping in Unix/Linux?
  • Ans. 

    Piping in Unix/Linux allows the output of one command to be used as the input for another command.

    • Piping is done using the '|' symbol.

    • It helps in connecting multiple commands together to perform complex operations.

    • Example: ls -l | grep 'txt' - This command lists all files in long format and then filters for files with 'txt' in their name.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is memory protection in operating systems?
  • Ans. 

    Memory protection in operating systems is a feature that prevents a process from accessing memory that has not been allocated to it.

    • Memory protection helps prevent one process from interfering with the memory of another process.

    • It ensures that each process can only access memory that has been allocated to it.

    • Examples of memory protection mechanisms include read-only memory segments and memory segmentation.

    • Memory protec...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What happens if the static modifier is not included in the main method signature in Java?
  • Ans. 

    The main method in Java must include the static modifier to be able to run the program.

    • Without the static modifier, the main method cannot be called by the Java Virtual Machine (JVM).

    • The program will not be able to start and will throw a NoSuchMethodError.

    • Adding the static modifier allows the main method to be called without creating an instance of the class.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Can you tell us something about the JIT compiler?
  • Ans. 

    JIT compiler stands for Just-In-Time compiler, which compiles code during runtime for improved performance.

    • JIT compiler translates bytecode into machine code on-the-fly

    • It helps in optimizing performance by compiling frequently executed code paths

    • Examples include Java HotSpot VM's JIT compiler and .NET's JIT compiler

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What is XPath?
  • Ans. 

    XPath is a query language used for selecting nodes from an XML document.

    • XPath stands for XML Path Language

    • It is used to navigate through elements and attributes in an XML document

    • XPath uses path expressions to select nodes or content in an XML document

    • Example: //book[@category='fiction'] selects all book elements with category attribute equal to 'fiction'

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Can you explain the pause feature in Selenium IDE?
  • Ans. 

    The pause feature in Selenium IDE allows users to pause the execution of a test case for a specified amount of time.

    • The pause command is used to introduce a delay in the test execution.

    • It takes a parameter specifying the time to pause in milliseconds.

    • For example, 'pause 3000' will pause the test execution for 3 seconds.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. What are the four parameters that you need to pass in Selenium?
  • Ans. 

    The four parameters needed to pass in Selenium are URL, Port Number, Browser Driver, and Desired Capabilities.

    • URL: The URL of the website you want to automate testing on.

    • Port Number: The port number where the Selenium server is running.

    • Browser Driver: The specific browser driver (e.g. ChromeDriver, GeckoDriver) to use for testing.

    • Desired Capabilities: Additional settings and preferences for the browser driver.

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

Round duration - 30 Minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

This was a typical HR round with some standard Behavioral questions.

Interview Preparation Tips

Eligibility criteriaAbove 2 years of experienceCapgemini interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Data Structures, Algorithms, System Design, Java , Selenium , OS , OOPSTime required to prepare for the interview - 4 MonthsInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Must do Previously asked Interview as well as Online Test Questions.
Tip 2 : Go through all the previous interview experiences from Codestudio and Leetcode.
Tip 3 : Do at-least 2 good projects and you must know every bit of them.

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Have at-least 2 good projects explained in short with all important points covered.
Tip 2 : Every skill must be mentioned.
Tip 3 : Focus on skills, projects and experiences more.

Final outcome of the interviewSelected

Skills evaluated in this interview

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