TCS Lead Developer Interview Questions and Answers

Two questions, both classified as LeetCode Medium difficulty.

Q1. Asked about current project system architecture and Microservices patterns
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Q1. Java8 coding questions
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Q1. Based on your experience and previous projects and come coding related questions
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Q1. What improvements to interfaces were introduced in Java 8 that were missing in Java 7, specifically regarding static and default methods?
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Java 8 introduced static and default methods in interfaces, allowing for method implementation and code reusability.
• Java 8 introduced static methods in interfaces, allowing for method implementation directly in the interface itself.

• Default methods were also introduced in Java 8, enabling interfaces to have method implementations without affecting implementing classes.

• Static methods in interfaces can be called using the...read more
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Q2. Explain internal working of HashMap ? How to synchronize it ?
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HashMap is a data structure that stores key-value pairs and uses hashing to efficiently retrieve values.
• HashMap uses an array of linked lists to store key-value pairs.

• When a key-value pair is added, the key is hashed to determine the index in the array where it will be stored.

• If multiple keys hash to the same index, a linked list is used to handle collisions.

• To synchronize a HashMap, you can use the synchronizedMap() m...read more
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Q3. Given a list of employees with their ratings, how can you sort the employees based on their ratings using the Java 8 Streaming API?
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Q4. Will the program compile if the parent class throws a runtime exception while the child class throws an arithmetic exception?
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No, the program will not compile if the parent class throws a runtime exception while the child class throws an arithmetic exception.
• In Java, if a parent class method throws a checked exception, the child class method can only throw the same exception or its subclasses.

• ArithmeticException is an unchecked exception, so if the parent class throws a checked exception and the child class throws an unchecked exception, the ...read more
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Q5. In a Spring Boot application with two databases, how can you configure JDBC to specify which database to use?
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Configure JDBC in Spring Boot to specify which database to use
• Define multiple DataSource beans in the configuration class

• Use @Primary annotation to specify the primary DataSource

• Use @Qualifier annotation to specify the secondary DataSource

• Inject the DataSource beans where needed in the application
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Q6. How to use a jetty server in your spring boot application ?
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To use a Jetty server in a Spring Boot application, you can configure it as a dependency and customize its settings.
• Add Jetty server dependency in your pom.xml file

• Exclude Tomcat server dependency if it's included by default in Spring Boot

• Configure Jetty server settings in application.properties or application.yml file

• Example: Add Jetty dependency - <dependency> <groupId>org.springframework.boot</groupId...read more
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Q7. Difference between @RequestParam and @PathVariable ?
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RequestParam is used to extract query parameters from the URL, while PathVariable is used to extract values from the URI path.
• RequestParam is used for query parameters in the URL, while PathVariable is used for values in the URI path.

• RequestParam is optional, while PathVariable is required.

• RequestParam is used with the @RequestParam annotation, while PathVariable is used with the @PathVariable annotation.

• Example: @Requ...read more
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Q8. How would you handle a scenario where one microservice is awaiting a response from another microservice that is taking an extended time to respond?
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I would implement timeout mechanisms and retries to handle the scenario of one microservice awaiting a response from another microservice taking an extended time.
• Implement timeout mechanisms in the calling microservice to limit the waiting time for a response.

• Set up retry logic to automatically resend the request to the slow microservice if no response is received within the specified timeout period.

• Use circuit breaker...read more
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An aptitude test is an assessment to measure a candidate mental aptitude/mental ability

Q1. Can you briefly Tell us about yourself?
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I am a passionate software developer with 5 years of experience in web development and a strong background in computer science.
• 5 years of experience in web development

• Strong background in computer science

• Passionate about software development
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Q2. What do you consider to be your strongest points?
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My strongest points include problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work well in a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills - I enjoy tackling complex issues and finding creative solutions.

• Attention to detail - I am meticulous in my work and strive for perfection in every task.

• Team player - I collaborate effectively with colleagues, communicate openly, and contribute positively to group projects.
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Q3. Which programming languages do you use regularly in your work
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I regularly use Java, Python, and SQL in my work as a Software Developer.
• Java

• Python

• SQL
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A group discussion is a structured conversation in which participants share their ideas, perspectives, and solutions on a specific topic.

Q1. What motivates you to seek employment at Wipro?
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I am motivated to seek employment at Wipro because of their reputation for innovation and opportunities for growth.
• Impressed by Wipro's track record of delivering cutting-edge solutions

• Excited about the chance to work with a diverse and talented team

• Eager to take advantage of Wipro's professional development programs
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Q2. What are your long-term career goals?
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My long-term career goal is to become a lead software developer and eventually move into a management role.
• Advance to a lead software developer position

• Gain experience in managing a team of developers

• Develop strong leadership and communication skills

• Continue learning new technologies and staying updated with industry trends
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Q1. Create one Spring boot controller from end to end. No need to create a spring boot project we just want to see the structure and end to end implementation.
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Q2. Write a java 8 program to get the characters from a string whose count is 2 or more than 2 e.g. input: baseball , output: b, a, l.
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Q3. Why you left your previous organization.
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Q4. What is the functional interface
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Q5. What are the OOPS concepts. and some questions related to inheritance.
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Q6. Asked about the project mentioned in CV (Client project) and asked its architecture.
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Q7. Various SQL join types
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Q1. Are you ready to relocate to job location
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Q2. Why are you leaving your previous organization.
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Q3. Expectation about salary
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Q1. Given an array {1, 2, 1, 4, 5, 4, 8, 7}, how can you use Streams to remove duplicates while retaining only the even numbers?
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Use Streams to remove duplicates and retain only even numbers from an array.
• Convert the array to a stream using Arrays.stream()

• Use distinct() to remove duplicates

• Filter out odd numbers using filter()

• Collect the result using collect(Collectors.toList())
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Q2. What is the use of Static and final when you will use Static methods
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Static methods can be accessed without creating an instance of the class, while final keyword makes the method unchangeable.
• Static methods belong to the class itself, not to any specific instance

• Final keyword ensures that the method cannot be overridden in subclasses

• Static methods are commonly used for utility methods that do not require access to instance variables

• Example: Math class in Java has static methods like Ma
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Q3. What is the difference between @restController and @controller Annotation
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The @RestController annotation is used to define RESTful web services while @Controller annotation is used to define MVC controller.
• RestController is a specialized version of Controller used for RESTful web services

• RestController eliminates the need for @ResponseBody annotation

• Controller is used for traditional MVC controller functionality

• RestController returns data directly without needing to go through a view resolve...read more
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Q4. What is microservices why we use it
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Microservices are a software development technique where applications are composed of small, independent services that communicate with each other.
• Microservices allow for easier scalability and maintenance of complex applications.

• Each service in a microservices architecture can be developed, deployed, and scaled independently.

• Microservices promote flexibility and agility in software development.

• Examples of companies us...read more
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