Urban Company Data Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Asked to write different SQL queries.
1. Moving average of lf previous 10 days
2. For a data which records in and out time of an employee. How many employees were present in the office at a given time
3. A/B testing vs pre-post testing

1. Had to come up with a method to give a score to each user based on FRM(frequency, recency, monetory)
2. Guesstimate: how many burgers does McD sells in a day

Q1. How do you setup a Dark Store?
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Setting up a Dark Store involves converting a retail store into a fulfillment center for online orders.
• Select a suitable location for the Dark Store, preferably in a centralized area with good access to transportation.

• Optimize the layout of the store for efficient picking, packing, and shipping of orders.

• Implement inventory management systems to track stock levels accurately and prevent stockouts.

• Train staff on order f...read more
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Q2. How do joins work in the simplest manner?
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Joins combine data from two or more tables based on a related column.
• Joins are used to retrieve data from multiple tables based on a related column

• Common types of joins include INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN, and FULL JOIN

• Example: SELECT * FROM table1 INNER JOIN table2 ON table1.id = table2.id
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Q3. Write a basic query explaining the order of execution?
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The order of execution in a query determines the sequence in which operations are performed.
• 1. The order of execution in a query typically follows the sequence: FROM, WHERE, GROUP BY, HAVING, SELECT, ORDER BY.

• 2. The FROM clause specifies the tables involved in the query.

• 3. The WHERE clause filters the rows based on specified conditions.

• 4. The GROUP BY clause groups the rows that have the same values into summary rows.

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Q4. Difference between Group By and Distinct?
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Group By is used to aggregate data based on a specific column, while Distinct is used to remove duplicate rows from a result set.
• Group By is used with aggregate functions like COUNT, SUM, AVG, etc.

• Distinct is used to retrieve unique values from a column or set of columns.

• Group By can be used to group data based on multiple columns, while Distinct operates on individual columns only.
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Number sires, clock, logic, arithmetic, geometry

Code test basic, ans the basic knowledge, write code

Q1. What is python?
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Python is a high-level programming language known for its simplicity and readability.
• Python is widely used for web development, data analysis, artificial intelligence, and scientific computing.

• It emphasizes code readability and uses indentation to define code blocks.

• Python has a large standard library and a vibrant community of developers.

• Example: print('Hello, World!')

• Example: import pandas as pd
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Q2. What is python used for?
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Python is a versatile programming language used for data analysis, web development, artificial intelligence, automation, and more.
• Data analysis and visualization

• Web development (Django, Flask)

• Artificial intelligence and machine learning (TensorFlow, PyTorch)

• Automation and scripting

• Scientific computing (NumPy, SciPy)
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Q3. What type of language is python?
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Python is a high-level programming language known for its simplicity and readability.
• Python is an interpreted language, meaning it does not need to be compiled before running.

• It supports multiple programming paradigms, including object-oriented, imperative, and functional programming.

• Python has a large standard library and a thriving community, making it versatile and widely used.

• Example: Python is used for web develop...read more
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Q4. What is oops in python?
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Object-oriented programming (OOP) is a programming paradigm based on the concept of 'objects', which can contain data and code.
• OOP allows for the organization of code into reusable components called classes.

• Classes can have attributes (variables) and methods (functions) associated with them.

• In Python, everything is an object, and classes can be defined using the 'class' keyword.

• Encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorph
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Q5. What is array in python?
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An array in Python is a data structure that stores a collection of elements of the same type.
• Arrays can store elements such as integers, floats, or strings.

• Arrays are indexed starting from 0, with elements accessed using their index.

• Example: arr = ['apple', 'banana', 'cherry']
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I was asked a medium-level SQL question that involved the RANK function.

Q1. What’s your previous experience
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I have 3 years of experience as a data analyst in the finance industry.
• Worked with large datasets to extract meaningful insights

• Performed data cleaning, transformation, and visualization

• Created and maintained dashboards and reports for stakeholders

• Conducted statistical analysis and built predictive models

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify business opportunities
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Q2. What’s your skills for the current role
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I have strong skills in data analysis, including proficiency in statistical analysis, data visualization, and programming languages such as Python and SQL.
• Proficient in statistical analysis techniques

• Skilled in data visualization using tools like Tableau

• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL

• Experience with data cleaning and preprocessing

• Ability to interpret and communicate insights from data

• Familiarity with machin...read more
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Technica questions related to sql

Q1. Some technical questions related to sql and advance excel .
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Q1. Salary discussion and some hr questions
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Test was based on SQL, coding and MCQ. Coding involved nested query.