Virtusa Consulting Services Associate Software Engineer Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers

Aptitude was easy to solve, general geek for geeks aptitude examples are easy, the thing is the test was almost 5 hours, 5 hours include aptitude coding verbal and writing skills

2 categories, normal coding and power coding
it actually both are kinda easy

Q1. They told that joining date would be after 1 year 6 months. If and only if you are comfortable take the interview
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Q1. Coding on collections (HashMap)
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Q2. Arrays and String
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Q1. Explain Marker Interface.
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Marker interface is an empty interface used to mark classes for special treatment.
• Marker interface has no methods or fields.

• It is used to provide metadata to the JVM or other tools.

• Examples include Serializable interface in Java.
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Q2. Explain OOPs concepts.
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OOPs concepts are the principles of Object-Oriented Programming, including encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, and abstraction.
• Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit (object).

• Inheritance: Allowing a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class.

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

• Abstraction: Hidi...read more
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Q3. Explain synchronization.
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Synchronization is the coordination of multiple processes or threads to ensure they access shared resources in a controlled manner.
• Synchronization is important in multi-threaded programming to prevent race conditions and ensure data consistency.

• Common synchronization mechanisms include locks, semaphores, and monitors.

• For example, using a mutex lock to protect a critical section of code from being accessed by multiple t...read more
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Q4. Explain Normalization.
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Normalization is the process of organizing data in a database to reduce redundancy and improve data integrity.
• Normalization is used to eliminate data redundancy by breaking up tables into smaller, related tables.

• It helps in reducing data anomalies such as update, insert, and delete anomalies.

• Normalization is achieved through a series of stages called normal forms, such as 1NF, 2NF, 3NF, and BCNF.

• For example, in a datab...read more
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Q5. Explain Array and ArrayList
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Array is a fixed-size collection of elements of the same data type, while ArrayList is a dynamic-size collection of objects.
• Array is a static data structure with a fixed size, while ArrayList is a dynamic data structure that can grow or shrink in size.

• Arrays can only store elements of the same data type, while ArrayList can store objects of different data types.

• Arrays are accessed using index positions, while ArrayList...read more
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Q1. Tell me about yourself.
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I am a recent graduate with a degree in Computer Science and a passion for software development.
• Recent graduate with a degree in Computer Science

• Passionate about software development

• Experience with programming languages like Java and Python
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Q2. Are you willing to change location if needed?
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Yes, I am willing to change location if needed for the job.
• I am open to relocating for the right opportunity

• I understand that sometimes job requirements may involve changing locations

• I am flexible and adaptable to new environments
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Q3. Will you be restricted to day shifts?
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No, I am open to working different shifts as required.
• I am flexible and willing to work different shifts based on the company's needs.

• I understand the importance of being adaptable in the software engineering field.

• I am open to discussing shift preferences during the interview process.
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Go for something like basics of any programming language and Theortical and practical coding

Q1. Asks the things that were mentioned in resume
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Q1. Asks about company, bond
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Just basic aptitude questions

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