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posted on 14 Oct 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

20 Questions

  • Q1. What is Difference between C,C++?
  • Ans. 

    C is a procedural programming language while C++ is an object-oriented programming language.

    • C is a low-level language while C++ is a high-level language.

    • C++ supports object-oriented programming concepts like classes, inheritance, and polymorphism.

    • C++ has better support for exception handling and templates.

    • C++ is more complex than C and requires more memory.

    • C++ is used for developing applications like video games, while...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is a class?
  • Ans. 

    A class is a blueprint for creating objects that have similar attributes and behaviors.

    • Classes are used in object-oriented programming.

    • They define the properties and methods that objects of that class will have.

    • Objects are instances of a class.

    • Classes can inherit properties and methods from other classes.

    • Examples of classes include 'Person', 'Car', and 'Animal'.

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  • Q3. What is an object?
  • Ans. 

    An object is a self-contained entity that contains data and behavior.

    • An object is an instance of a class.

    • It has attributes (data) and methods (behavior).

    • Objects can interact with each other through their methods.

    • Examples include a car object with attributes like color and model, and methods like start and stop.

    • Another example is a person object with attributes like name and age, and methods like walk and talk.

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  • Q4. What is static variable?
  • Ans. 

    A variable that is associated with a class rather than with instances of the class.

    • Static variables are declared using the static keyword.

    • They are initialized only once, at the start of the program execution.

    • They retain their value throughout the program's execution.

    • They can be accessed without creating an instance of the class.

    • Example: public static int count = 0;

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  • Q5. What is difference between Static and Global Vaiable?
  • Ans. 

    Static variables have local scope but retain their value between function calls, while global variables have global scope.

    • Static variables are declared inside a function and retain their value between function calls

    • Global variables are declared outside of any function and can be accessed from any part of the program

    • Static variables have local scope, while global variables have global scope

    • Static variables are initializ...

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  • Q6. What are pointers?
  • Ans. 

    Pointers are variables that store memory addresses of other variables.

    • Pointers allow for dynamic memory allocation and manipulation.

    • They are commonly used in programming languages like C and C++.

    • Example: int *ptr; // declares a pointer to an integer variable

    • Example: ptr = # // assigns the memory address of num to ptr

    • Example: *ptr = 5; // assigns the value 5 to the variable pointed to by ptr

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  • Q7. What are structures?
  • Ans. 

    Structures are arrangements of elements that form a framework or framework-like support.

    • Structures can be found in various fields such as engineering, architecture, and biology.

    • They can be made of different materials such as steel, wood, or bone.

    • Examples include bridges, buildings, and the skeletal system.

    • Structures can be designed to withstand different types of forces such as compression, tension, or bending.

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  • Q8. What is a stack and various operations on it?
  • Ans. 

    A stack is a data structure that follows the Last In First Out (LIFO) principle.

    • Push: adds an element to the top of the stack

    • Pop: removes the top element from the stack

    • Peek: returns the top element without removing it

    • IsEmpty: checks if the stack is empty

    • Size: returns the number of elements in the stack

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  • Q9. What are 3 steps for using function in c?
  • Ans. 

    Three steps for using functions in C.

    • Declare the function with its return type, name, and parameters.

    • Define the function by writing the code for it.

    • Call the function by using its name and passing arguments if necessary.

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  • Q10. What is limit for no of arguments passed to functions? if limit is 10 den how to pass more parameters? Ans:- either Array or Structure
  • Ans. 

    The limit for the number of arguments passed to functions is not fixed. Arrays or structures can be used to pass more parameters.

    • The limit for the number of arguments passed to functions is not fixed and depends on the programming language and system architecture.

    • In C programming language, there is no limit on the number of arguments that can be passed to a function.

    • In Java, the maximum number of arguments that can be ...

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  • Q11. What is union?
  • Ans. 

    A union is an organization formed by workers to protect their rights and interests in the workplace.

    • Unions negotiate with employers for better wages, benefits, and working conditions.

    • They also provide support and representation for workers in disputes with management.

    • Membership in a union is voluntary, but members pay dues to support the union's activities.

    • Unions can be industry-specific, such as the United Auto Worker...

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  • Q12. What is difference between if else and switch case statements?
  • Ans. 

    if else is used for simple conditions while switch case is used for multiple conditions.

    • if else is a sequential decision-making statement while switch case is a multi-branch decision-making statement

    • if else is used when there are only a few conditions to be checked while switch case is used when there are multiple conditions to be checked

    • if else can have multiple conditions in a single statement while switch case can o...

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  • Q13. What are member functions?
  • Ans. 

    Member functions are functions that are defined inside a class and can access the class's private and protected members.

    • Member functions are also known as methods.

    • They can be used to manipulate the data members of an object.

    • They can be overloaded, meaning multiple functions with the same name but different parameters can exist within a class.

    • They can be declared as const, meaning they do not modify the object's state.

    • E...

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  • Q14. Find the output:- a=5;b=4;c=++a+b--; find c?
  • Ans. 

    Find the output of c=++a+b-- where a=5 and b=4.

    • The value of a is incremented by 1 before the addition operation

    • The value of b is decremented by 1 after the addition operation

    • The final value of c is 10

    • The value of a becomes 6 and the value of b becomes 3

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  • Q15. Plant 10 plants in 5 rows such that each row has 4 plants
  • Ans. 

    10 plants can be planted in 5 rows with 4 plants in each row.

    • Divide the plants into groups of 4.

    • Arrange the groups in 5 rows.

    • Each row will have 4 plants.

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  • Q16. There is 2 pot one red and one blue. one pot contains tressure. Two statement are given 1. only one of the statement is correct. 2. Blue pot has the tressure. Find the tressure?
  • Q17. Exceptions handling in java?
  • Ans. 

    Exceptions handling is a mechanism to handle runtime errors in Java programs.

    • Exceptions are objects that are thrown at runtime when an error occurs

    • Java provides try-catch-finally blocks to handle exceptions

    • Checked exceptions must be handled or declared in the method signature

    • Unchecked exceptions can be handled or left unhandled

    • Custom exceptions can be created by extending the Exception class

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  • Q18. Run me through your resume
  • Ans. 

    I have experience in project management, data analysis, and consulting across various industries.

    • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction

    • Analyzed data to identify trends and provide insights for clients

    • Consulted with clients to develop and implement strategies for growth and efficiency

    • Worked with clients in industries such as healthcare, finance, and retail

    • Collaborated ...

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  • Q19. Mostly my nterview was project based. He asked me to explain me my project. My contribution in it
  • Q20. What are your 5 year plans
  • Ans. 

    To gain experience in consulting and develop skills in project management, team leadership, and client relations.

    • Gain experience in consulting

    • Develop skills in project management

    • Develop skills in team leadership

    • Develop skills in client relations

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Written Test consists of following sections:
Technical sections had questions from almost all the sections(C, C++, DBMS, DS, OS)
Quantitative aptitude’s questions were good.. All were almost of R. S. Aggarwal’s level.
Logical reasoning and verbal ability was good.. Some questions were little tough.
Tips: Try to be fast n practice Quantitative aptitude to increase speed..

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Technical Interview was conducted on skype. I was able to answer most of the questions. And if i could not answer i tried to explain my approach using examples...It lasted for 50 mins..

Tips: Brush up basics knowledge of C,C++ and be confident of what you know. And try to explain your approach if you couldn't tell answer.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: This interview was also through skype. You can drive this Interview towards the direction you want... This interview also lasted for 50 mins... I explained him my project.
Tips: Just be cool.. He was just checking your confidence n spirit to complete the task given to you..

All the best!!!!

General Tips: Practice Quant regularly from Rs.Agrawal, solve questions on DBMS and C,C++ from India Bix.. Test was conducted by AMCAT so try to find if its questions are available on internet.
Skills: C,C++
College Name: NIT Raipur
Motivation: Its clients which are AUDI, Ferrari, Coca-cola,Unilever.
Funny Moments: To try to make me comfortable he asked me weather i like coke or pepsi. He asked why? i said bcoz i feel coke has little less soda content in it.:P Next when i told him my hobbies are watching sitcoms he asked which sitcoms have u watched. I started naming sitcoms he had to intreuppt me.. den asked which one u liked best n y i was telling him the reason then in between he asked me about my project n i thought it was about sitcom so i was answering him about sitcom rather than my project then after a big confusion i co

Skills evaluated in this interview

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Interview questions from similar companies

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Nov 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Basic communication skills were tested. Sone techical questn too. Versant test is mandatory

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Please never go for these third party vendors. They misguide you regarding profile . I went for this third party vendor named savantis solution and it really misguided me

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Lifecycle methods of Angular
  • Ans. 

    Angular has several lifecycle methods that are called at different stages of a component's life.

    • ngOnInit() - called after the component is initialized

    • ngOnChanges() - called when the component's input properties change

    • ngDoCheck() - called during every change detection cycle

    • ngAfterViewInit() - called after the component's view has been initialized

    • ngOnDestroy() - called just before the component is destroyed

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  • Q2. What are pipes in angular?
  • Ans. 

    Pipes are a feature in Angular that allow for data transformation before displaying it in the view.

    • Pipes are used to format data in the view

    • They can be used to filter, sort, and transform data

    • Examples include the date pipe, currency pipe, and uppercase pipe

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  • Q3. How to do global error handling in angular?
  • Ans. 

    Global error handling in Angular can be done using ErrorHandler class.

    • Create a class that implements the ErrorHandler interface

    • Override the handleError() method to handle errors globally

    • Provide the ErrorHandler class in the providers array of AppModule

    • Use the error handling service to log errors or display error messages

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  • Q4. What are custom directives? What are their types? How to create with general example?
  • Ans. 

    Custom directives are a way to extend HTML with new attributes and functionality.

    • Types of custom directives are attribute, element, and class directives.

    • Attribute directives modify the behavior of existing HTML elements.

    • Element directives create new HTML elements.

    • Class directives modify the behavior of existing HTML elements based on their class.

    • To create a custom directive, use the directive() method of the AngularJS ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1. Be confident if you know the answers and frank if you don't.
2. Try to get your basics and core concepts to be clear clear.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Oops
  • Q2. WebApi
  • Q3. C#
  • Q4. WCF

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Nice

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

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Introduction
  • Q2. Qualification, basic questions about customer service, empathy apology,how to handle angry customer..thats it

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just be fluent in English and Hindi ..
Give some good and creative answers that's all..😊.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Java c c++

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There were 2 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 

Grammar and analytical questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It take more time to declare the interview results

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Apr 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. What is hana
  • Ans. 

    HANA is an in-memory database and application development platform developed by SAP.

    • HANA stands for High-Performance Analytic Appliance.

    • It allows real-time processing of large amounts of data.

    • It can be used for data warehousing, analytics, and application development.

    • HANA is used by businesses to gain insights from their data and make better decisions.

    • Examples of companies using HANA include Coca-Cola, Nestle, and Merc

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  • Q2. Its a DB

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good so far

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jan 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Basic questions related to the previous experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - prepare all the basic concepts of the technology you are working on

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before May 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Explain me about yourself
  • Q2. Just be brief don't bore them

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be bold and confident.
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