VMware Software Senior Software Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Palindrome check for strings
Ans. 
Check if a string is a palindrome
• Iterate through each string in the array

• For each string, compare characters from start and end to check if it's a palindrome

• Return true if all strings are palindromes, false otherwise
Answered by AI
Add your answer
Q2. Basic java programming questions
Add your answer

Q1. Selenium test automation frameworks
Add your answer
Q2. Different types of automation frameworks used
Ans. 
Various automation frameworks like keyword-driven, data-driven, hybrid, and behavior-driven are commonly used in software testing.
• Keyword-driven framework: Tests are written using keywords and actions.

• Data-driven framework: Tests are driven by data sets.

• Hybrid framework: Combination of multiple frameworks.

• Behavior-driven framework: Focuses on behavior of the system.

• Page Object Model (POM): Organizes code by separating
Answered by AI
Add your answer

Q1. Difference between abstract class and interface?
Add your answer
Q2. Explain OOP in C#?
Add your answer

A code to identify errors and write Junit. Optimise the code as well.

Q1. Stacks using queue
Ans. 
Implementing a stack using two queues
• Use two queues to simulate a stack

• Push operation: Enqueue the element to queue 1

• Pop operation: Dequeue all elements from queue 1 to queue 2, dequeue the last element from queue 1, then swap the queues

• Top operation: Return the front element of queue 1

• Example: Push 1, 2, 3 - Queue 1: [1, 2, 3], Queue 2: []

• Example: Pop - Queue 1: [1, 2], Queue 2: [3]
Answered by AI
Add your answer
Q2. BFS and Knapsack problem, previous project experience
Add your answer

Q1. Git branching strategy
Add your answer
Q2. Use of git revert
Ans. 
Git revert is used to undo changes made in a commit by creating a new commit that undoes the changes.
• Git revert is used to undo changes made in a specific commit without altering the commit history.

• It creates a new commit that undoes the changes introduced by the specified commit.

• Git revert is useful for reverting changes without losing the commit history or affecting other team members' work.

• Example: git revert
Answered by AI
Add your answer
Q3. Merging process
Add your answer

Q1. Jenkis node , what is the use
Ans. 
Jenkins node is a machine that executes tasks as part of a Jenkins build process.
• Jenkins nodes can be physical machines or virtual machines.

• Nodes can be configured to run specific types of jobs or tasks.

• Nodes help distribute workload and improve efficiency in Jenkins pipelines.
Answered by AI
Add your answer
Q2. How do we name to the node
Ans. 
Nodes can be named based on their functionality, purpose, or position in a hierarchy.
• Name based on functionality (e.g. loginNode, paymentNode)

• Name based on purpose (e.g. validationNode, processingNode)

• Name based on position in hierarchy (e.g. parentNode, childNode)
Answered by AI
Add your answer
Q3. What are the plugins used in jenkins
Ans. 
Jenkins has a wide range of plugins for various functionalities.
• Pipeline plugins (e.g. Pipeline, Multibranch Pipeline)

• SCM plugins (e.g. Git, SVN)

• Build and test plugins (e.g. Maven, JUnit)

• Notification plugins (e.g. Email, Slack)

• Monitoring plugins (e.g. Prometheus, Grafana)
Answered by AI
Add your answer
Q4. What is jenkins library
Ans. 
Jenkins library is a collection of reusable code that can be shared across multiple Jenkins pipelines.
• Jenkins library allows for code reuse and sharing across pipelines

• It helps in maintaining consistency and reducing duplication of code

• Libraries can be stored in version control systems like Git and referenced in Jenkins pipelines
Answered by AI
Add your answer
Q5. How we integrate other tools to jenkins
Ans. 
Integrating other tools to Jenkins involves using plugins and configuring build pipelines.
• Install the necessary plugins for the tools you want to integrate with Jenkins

• Configure the tools in Jenkins global configuration settings

• Create build pipelines that include steps for interacting with the integrated tools

• Use Jenkins API to automate interactions with external tools
Answered by AI
Add your answer
Q6. What else jenkins do
Add your answer
Q7. Diff b/w docker and docker swarm
Ans. 
Docker is a containerization platform for running applications in isolated environments, while Docker Swarm is a tool for orchestrating multiple Docker containers across multiple hosts.
• Docker is used for creating and managing containers, while Docker Swarm is used for managing multiple containers across multiple hosts.

• Docker is suitable for single host deployments, while Docker Swarm is suitable for multi-host deployme...read more
Answered by AI
Add your answer
Q8. Differentiate k8s from docker swarm
Ans. 
K8s is a container orchestration tool while Docker Swarm is a clustering and scheduling tool for Docker containers.
• K8s is more widely used and has a larger community support compared to Docker Swarm.

• K8s supports more advanced features like auto-scaling, self-healing, and rolling updates.

• Docker Swarm is easier to set up and manage for smaller scale deployments.

• K8s uses declarative configuration while Docker Swarm uses i...read more
Answered by AI
Add your answer
Q9. Prepare all commands for devops tool must
Add your answer
Q10. What is git hooks
Ans. 
Git hooks are scripts that run automatically before or after certain Git commands are executed.
• Git hooks are customizable scripts that can be triggered by specific Git events.

• They can be used to enforce coding standards, run tests, or automate deployment processes.

• Examples of Git hooks include pre-commit, post-commit, pre-push, and post-merge hooks.
Answered by AI
Add your answer
Q11. What is https and ssh cloning
Ans. 
HTTPS is a secure communication protocol used for secure communication over the internet. SSH cloning is a method of cloning a repository using the SSH protocol.
• HTTPS stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure and is used to secure communication over the internet.

• It encrypts the data being transmitted between the client and the server, providing a secure connection.

• SSH cloning is a method of cloning a Git repository...read more
Answered by AI
Add your answer

Q1. Personal info only
Add your answer