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Developer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 5 May 2019

Interview Questionnaire 

10 Questions

  • Q1. Basic questions related to data structure and algorithms.
  • Q2. Some scenario based questions for data engineer role.
  • Q3. Spark related question.
  • Q4. Find out the categories of blood donor required using spark.
  • Q5. Fundamentals of spark, scala, big data, hdfs, hive queries .
  • Q6. Managerial round.
  • Q7. Discussed about different behaviour related questions in work environment.
  • Q8. Gave on board problem solving logically .
  • Q9. Normal regular discussion.
  • Q10. Do not mention even if you are attending any other interviews .

Skills evaluated in this interview

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Q1. Which programming language do you use regular in work
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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What are Agile Values? Scrum Values? Scrum Ceremonies? Story Points?
  • Ans. 

    Agile values include individuals and interactions over processes and tools, while Scrum values include commitment, courage, focus, openness, and respect.

    • Agile values prioritize individuals and interactions over processes and tools

    • Scrum values include commitment, courage, focus, openness, and respect

    • Scrum ceremonies include Sprint Planning, Daily Standup, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective

    • Story points are a unit of...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. As project manager what docs do you prepare? How do you contribute as a PM?
  • Ans. 

    As a project manager, I prepare various documents such as project plans, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and progress reports. I contribute by leading the team, managing resources, and ensuring project success.

    • Prepare project plans outlining scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines

    • Create schedules to allocate tasks and track progress

    • Develop budgets to manage project costs effectively

    • Conduct risk assessments...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Capacity? Velocity? etc Agile/Scrum-based questions (bookish) this round was taken by Rajni
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Megha took my final round and asked me questions about Agile/Scrum, Stroy Points (estimation).
  • Q2. Ques on explaining Sprint Planning, Retro, Review, using Doc/Excel (screen sharing)
  • Q3. Ques on Conflict and Resource Management, some scenario-based question.
  • Q4. How will you make a low-performing resource a high-performing one?
  • Ans. 

    Provide clear expectations, offer support and training, provide feedback and recognition, set goals and milestones.

    • Clearly communicate expectations and goals to the resource.

    • Offer support and training to help the resource improve their skills and knowledge.

    • Provide regular feedback and recognition for progress made.

    • Set specific goals and milestones to track improvement.

    • Create a development plan with the resource to addr...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Megha did not hire me because she felt I had adequate knowledge and practical experience. (insecurities) Anyway, good luck with your interview.
  • Q6. What is Scrum of Scrums? What is PI planning?
  • Ans. 

    Scrum of Scrums is a scaled agile framework where multiple Scrum teams coordinate their work. PI planning is a key event in SAFe where teams plan their work for the upcoming Program Increment.

    • Scrum of Scrums involves representatives from each Scrum team meeting regularly to discuss dependencies and progress.

    • PI planning is a two-day event where teams align on their objectives, dependencies, and priorities for the upcomi...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Magic Edtech Project Manager interview:
  • Agile Methodology
  • Waterfall
  • Scrum
  • Project Management
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be well prepared with your bookish as well as practical answers.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Complete Computer Science Fundamentals like Computer networks, DBMS, Operating Systems, Linux, Data Structure and Algoritgms
  • Q2. All Linux Commands
  • Ans. 

    Linux commands are used to interact with the operating system and perform various tasks.

    • ls - list directory contents

    • cd - change directory

    • pwd - print working directory

    • mkdir - make directory

    • rm - remove files or directories

    • cp - copy files or directories

    • mv - move files or directories

    • grep - search for patterns in files

    • chmod - change file permissions

    • sudo - execute a command as a superuser

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. OSI models, HTTPs request codes
  • Q4. Difference b/w list and tuple
  • Ans. 

    List is mutable, tuple is immutable in Python.

    • List can be modified after creation, tuple cannot.

    • List uses square brackets [], tuple uses parentheses ().

    • List is used for collections of items that may change, tuple for fixed collections.

    • Example: list_example = [1, 2, 3], tuple_example = (4, 5, 6)

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Discussion about resume, job description and role
Round 3 - Aptitude Test 

UCAT exam - 40 question - 20min

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. First round is telephonic technical interview.
  • Q2. On telephonic conversation they are just asking some simple questions.
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. 2nd round interview taking assistant manager on virtually
  • Q2. They ask some moderate questions not to hard.
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. 3rd round interview taking by it manager virtually.
  • Q2. They ask some basic questions related to your work.
Round 4 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. 4th round of interview taking by sr. It manager dhiraj Mishra.
  • Q2. He's asking irrelevant questions and demotivate you.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don't waste your time to giving an interview in us tech solutions, Dhiraj Mishra senior manager of IT,he always demotivated you if your answer is correct.it's a pathetic experience.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. OOPS concepts in java
  • Q2. What the interface
  • Q3. What is advantageof java
  • Q4. What is differentjava and xlc++
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Project related question
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Scenario based question
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This is the worst organization I have ever worked for.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    Experienced Accounts Manager with a strong background in financial analysis and team leadership.

    • Over 5 years of experience in managing accounts and financial reporting

    • Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

    • Led a team of 10 accountants to streamline processes and improve efficiency

    • Proficient in using accounting software such as QuickBooks and SAP

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me about your experience
  • Ans. 

    I have over 5 years of experience in business development, including identifying new opportunities, building relationships, and closing deals.

    • Developed and implemented strategic plans to expand client base

    • Identified new market opportunities and conducted market research

    • Built and maintained relationships with key stakeholders

    • Closed deals and negotiated contracts

    • Increased sales revenue by 20% in the first year at my prev

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your experience
  • Ans. 

    I have over 5 years of experience in business development, including identifying new opportunities, building relationships, and closing deals.

    • Identifying new business opportunities

    • Building and maintaining relationships with clients

    • Negotiating and closing deals

    • Creating and implementing business development strategies

    • Collaborating with marketing and sales teams

    • Increasing revenue and market share

    • Example: Successfully secu...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me about salary
  • Ans. 

    Salary is negotiable based on experience, qualifications, and company budget.

    • Salary is typically determined by factors such as experience, qualifications, industry standards, and company budget.

    • It is common for candidates to discuss salary expectations during the interview process.

    • Employers may offer a salary range or ask candidates for their salary requirements.

    • Negotiating salary is a normal part of the job offer proc

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About expereince
  • Q2. About salary
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Jquery important
  • Q2. What is event bubbling?
  • Ans. 

    Event bubbling is the process where an event triggered on a child element is propagated up through its parent elements.

    • Events triggered on child elements 'bubble up' through parent elements

    • Allows for event delegation and handling multiple events with less code

    • Commonly used in JavaScript and DOM events

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About your last company products
  • Q2. SMC product knowledge
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About notice period and package discussed
  • Q2. Final discussion about joining
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Codility platform
1 hr
Simple string manipulation - Given a string and integer k, crop the strings to fit into k length with the following conditions:

You can only crop out the whole words.
If there is cropping of words in the string, append " ..." in the end. And the overall length should be <= k
If the first word itself is longer than k, return "..."

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions about past projects and in depth discussion
Round 3 - Debuging Round 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Given a buggy solution for island problem, figure out the bug and solve it.
  • Ans. 

    Identify and fix bug in a buggy solution for island problem

    • Check for incorrect logic in identifying islands

    • Ensure proper handling of edge cases like boundaries

    • Verify the implementation of depth-first search or breadth-first search algorithm

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

TiVo Interview FAQs

How to prepare for TiVo interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at TiVo. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at TiVo expect are SAN, Python, Agile, DTS and Troubleshooting.
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