Philips Innovation Campus Software Engineer Intern Interview Questions and Answers

DSA based 1 ques and some mcqs on cs funda

Q1. Reverse String without using inbuilt
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Reverse a string without using inbuilt functions
• Create a new array to store the reversed string

• Iterate through the original string from end to start and append each character to the new array

• Join the characters in the new array to form the reversed string
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Q2. Find mid of linkedlist
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To find the mid of a linked list, use two pointers - one moving at double the speed of the other.
• Initialize two pointers, slow and fast, at the head of the linked list.

• Move the slow pointer by one node and the fast pointer by two nodes until the fast pointer reaches the end of the list.

• The node pointed to by the slow pointer at this point is the mid of the linked list.
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It was online assessment taken on Mercer mettl. It contained 10 MCQ from object oriented programming, computer networks, DBMS, os each. 1 coding question of medium level based on permutation and combinations. The assessment was of 1 hr.

Q1. Online interview on Microsoft teams, It was mix interviewer asked about dsa, project, computer fundamentals. 1. Implement stack using linked list and then some follow up question like how to keep track of ...read more
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Q2. 2. What are the 4 pillars of object oriented programming explain in detail.
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The 4 pillars of object oriented programming are encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, and abstraction.
• Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit.

• Inheritance: Creating new classes based on existing classes, allowing for code reuse.

• Polymorphism: The ability for objects of different classes to respond to the same message.

• Abstraction: Hiding the complex implementation details ...read more
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Q3. What is difference between mongodb and SQL
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MongoDB is a NoSQL database while SQL is a relational database management system.
• MongoDB is schema-less, allowing for flexible data models.

• SQL databases use structured query language for defining and manipulating data.

• MongoDB is horizontally scalable, while SQL databases are vertically scalable.

• SQL databases are better suited for complex queries and joins.

• MongoDB is commonly used for big data and real-time applications...read more
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Q1. This round was all about behavioral questions, why Philips, where do you see yourself in 5 years,
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Q2. Will you be willing to learn new technology if requirement is there?
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Q3. How much will you rate yourself on C++? As majority of work is in C++ and C#
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I would rate myself a 7/10 in C++, with solid understanding and practical experience in various projects.
• Strong grasp of C++ fundamentals, including OOP concepts like inheritance and polymorphism.

• Experience with STL (Standard Template Library) for efficient data handling, e.g., using vectors and maps.

• Worked on a project involving multithreading, improving performance by implementing thread-safe data structures.

• Familiar...read more
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Q4. Will you be willing to shift to the Bangalore city?
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Yes, I am willing to relocate to Bangalore for the internship opportunity, as it aligns with my career goals.
• Bangalore is a major tech hub, offering numerous opportunities for growth and networking.

• Relocating would allow me to work closely with industry leaders and innovative projects.

• I am excited about the vibrant culture and lifestyle that Bangalore offers.

• Being in Bangalore would enable me to collaborate with divers...read more
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