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Updated 23 Jan 2025
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A Senior Software Engineer was asked 6mo ago
Q. What are the features of Selenium?
Ans. 

Selenium is a popular automation testing tool used for web applications.

  • Supports multiple programming languages like Java, Python, C#, etc.

  • Can automate web browsers across different platforms.

  • Allows for parallel test execution.

  • Integrates with popular CI/CD tools like Jenkins.

  • Supports various browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc.

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A Software Engineer was asked 10mo ago
Q. How do you handle cyber threats in web applications?
Ans. 

Cyber threats in web applications can be handled by implementing security measures such as encryption, firewalls, and regular security audits.

  • Implement strong encryption protocols to protect data in transit and at rest

  • Use firewalls to monitor and control incoming and outgoing traffic

  • Regularly conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities

  • Implement secure coding practices to prevent com...

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. Which technologies are you comfortable with?
Ans. 

I am comfortable with a wide range of technologies including Java, Python, JavaScript, and SQL.

  • Proficient in Java and Python programming languages

  • Familiar with JavaScript and its frameworks such as React and Angular

  • Experienced in working with SQL databases

  • Comfortable with version control systems like Git

  • Knowledgeable in software development methodologies like Agile and Scrum

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. What is a string tokenizer in Java?
Ans. 

StringTokenizer is a class in Java that breaks a string into tokens based on a delimiter.

  • It is a legacy class that is not recommended to use in new code.

  • It is used to split a string into smaller parts based on a delimiter.

  • The default delimiter is whitespace, but it can be changed to any character or string.

  • It is useful for parsing text files or data that is separated by a specific character.

  • Example: StringTokenize...

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. What are the OOP concepts in Java?
Ans. 

OOPs concept in Java is a programming paradigm that focuses on objects and their interactions.

  • OOPs stands for Object-Oriented Programming

  • It emphasizes on encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism

  • Encapsulation is the process of hiding implementation details from the user

  • Inheritance allows a class to inherit properties and methods from another class

  • Polymorphism allows objects to take on multiple forms or behavior...

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A Senior software Engineer support was asked
Q. How do you manage bulky CRM application data?
Ans. 

To manage bulky CRM application data, use data compression techniques, optimize database queries, implement data archiving, and utilize cloud storage.

  • Implement data compression techniques to reduce the storage space required for the CRM application data.

  • Optimize database queries to improve the performance of data retrieval and manipulation operations.

  • Implement data archiving to move older or less frequently access...

A Senior software Engineer support was asked
Q. What is the difference between Web services and WCF?
Ans. 

Web services are a broader concept that includes various technologies, while WCF is a specific technology for building distributed systems.

  • Web services are based on open standards like HTTP, XML, and SOAP, while WCF uses a more flexible messaging system.

  • Web services can be consumed by any platform or language, while WCF is primarily used in the .NET framework.

  • Web services are typically used for interoperability be...

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A Software Engineer was asked
Q. What validations did you use in your project?
Ans. 

Validations used in project

  • Input validation to ensure correct data type and format

  • Data validation to ensure data integrity and consistency

  • Business rule validation to ensure compliance with requirements

  • Authentication and authorization validation to ensure secure access

  • Error handling and exception validation to ensure proper handling of errors

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. What is server-side state management?
Ans. 

Server side state management is the process of storing and managing data on the server side of a web application.

  • It involves storing data on the server instead of the client side

  • It helps maintain consistency and security of data

  • Examples include session management and database management

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. What is CLR?
Ans. 

CLR stands for Common Language Runtime, a component of .NET framework that manages execution of .NET programs.

  • CLR is responsible for memory management, security, and exception handling.

  • It compiles code into an intermediate language (IL) and then executes it.

  • CLR allows for language interoperability, meaning that code written in different languages can be compiled to the same IL and run on the same runtime.

  • Examples ...

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National Informatics Centre Interview Experiences for Experienced

22 interviews found

PHP Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image priyanka aharwar

posted on 23 Jan 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Dec 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. PHP OOPS concept
  • Q2. Session and cookie related question with example and code
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions they asked about my previous company rolls and responsibilities
  • Q2. Most of the interview questions were asked is what i was mentioned in the resume..
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Asked about certifications,
  • Q2. CCNA Questions routing and switching, Asked about ospf & Bgp
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Work experience
  • Q2. Expected salary
  • Ans. 

    I expect a competitive salary based on my skills, experience, and industry standards.

    • Research industry standards: For example, Glassdoor or Payscale can provide insights into average salaries for similar roles.

    • Consider my experience level: With 5 years of experience, I would expect a salary in the range of $80,000 to $100,000.

    • Factor in location: Salaries can vary significantly based on the cost of living in different c...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Domain knowledge
  • Q4. About Notice period
Round 2 - Online interview with Scientists 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How to handle cyber threads in web application
  • Ans. 

    Cyber threats in web applications can be handled by implementing security measures such as encryption, firewalls, and regular security audits.

    • Implement strong encryption protocols to protect data in transit and at rest

    • Use firewalls to monitor and control incoming and outgoing traffic

    • Regularly conduct security audits and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities

    • Implement secure coding practices to prevent common s...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for National Informatics Centre Software Engineer interview:
  • Cybersecurity
  • Laravel
  • PHP
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Software Application Support Engineer (0 -2 years) was the post. Asked about the projects handled on the previous job. And technologies used over the project and my contribution over the project and asked about the web application security issues and it's a online interview conducted by the NiC scientists. It's a contract position in nic developers are placed via contract on trivandrum office. Onboarding was smooth.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. BGP commands Vlan configuration
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. General knowledge
  • Q2. Simple question
  • Q3. Science Technology
  • Q4. Health care and Insurance

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Very easy asked questions for answer

Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Bibhutibhusana Sahani

posted on 3 Jan 2023

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
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 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is OOPs concept in java?
  • Ans. 

    OOPs concept in Java is a programming paradigm that focuses on objects and their interactions.

    • OOPs stands for Object-Oriented Programming

    • It emphasizes on encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism

    • Encapsulation is the process of hiding implementation details from the user

    • Inheritance allows a class to inherit properties and methods from another class

    • Polymorphism allows objects to take on multiple forms or behaviors

    • Exam...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is string toknizer in java ?
  • Ans. 

    StringTokenizer is a class in Java that breaks a string into tokens based on a delimiter.

    • It is a legacy class that is not recommended to use in new code.

    • It is used to split a string into smaller parts based on a delimiter.

    • The default delimiter is whitespace, but it can be changed to any character or string.

    • It is useful for parsing text files or data that is separated by a specific character.

    • Example: StringTokenizer st ...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Which technologies you are comfortable ?
  • Ans. 

    I am comfortable with a wide range of technologies including Java, Python, JavaScript, and SQL.

    • Proficient in Java and Python programming languages

    • Familiar with JavaScript and its frameworks such as React and Angular

    • Experienced in working with SQL databases

    • Comfortable with version control systems like Git

    • Knowledgeable in software development methodologies like Agile and Scrum

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Knowledge is the key . Be clear with full of confidence.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Dec 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are the features of Selenium?
  • Ans. 

    Selenium is a popular automation testing tool used for web applications.

    • Supports multiple programming languages like Java, Python, C#, etc.

    • Can automate web browsers across different platforms.

    • Allows for parallel test execution.

    • Integrates with popular CI/CD tools like Jenkins.

    • Supports various browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Ans. 

    My salary expectations are based on my experience, skills, and the market rate for Senior Software Engineers.

    • Research the average salary for Senior Software Engineers in the specific location and industry

    • Consider your years of experience and relevant skills

    • Be prepared to negotiate based on the company's offer and benefits package

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic Jav Questions
  • Q2. Basic javascript questions
  • Q3. Basic sql questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for National Informatics Centre Project Engineer interview:
  • Java
  • sql
  • Javascript
  • HTML
  • Spring Mvc
  • Spring Boot
  • Spring Framework
  • JQuery
  • Postgresql
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - learn the basics and be confident. Prove them that even if you don't know something, you are enthusiastic and willing to learn.

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Apr 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
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 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. My job experience related
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Department- work related questions
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Respected sir ji do you know, All that knowledge learnt by experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Allways Hardworker with Honesty ,allways focus on our work properly

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. Sql Injection
  • Q2. Security provided for the website
  • Q3. Projects handled in previous companies
  • Q4. Validations used in your project
  • Ans. 

    Validations used in project

    • Input validation to ensure correct data type and format

    • Data validation to ensure data integrity and consistency

    • Business rule validation to ensure compliance with requirements

    • Authentication and authorization validation to ensure secure access

    • Error handling and exception validation to ensure proper handling of errors

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. StoredProcedure in sql
  • Ans. 

    Stored procedures are precompiled SQL statements that can be saved and reused in a database.

    • Stored procedures can improve performance by reducing network traffic and improving security.

    • They can be used to encapsulate business logic and provide a consistent interface to the database.

    • Parameters can be passed to stored procedures, allowing for dynamic queries.

    • Examples of stored procedures include ones that retrieve data, ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Views in sql
  • Ans. 

    Views in SQL are virtual tables that are based on the result of an SQL statement.

    • Views are created using the CREATE VIEW statement.

    • They can be used to simplify complex queries.

    • They can also be used to restrict access to sensitive data.

    • Views are updated automatically when the underlying tables are updated.

    • They can be used to join multiple tables into a single view.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Familiar databases

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They want Fullstack developers so be prepare for it.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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