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Updated 11 Nov 2022

Western Digital Software Developer Intern Interview Experiences

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I applied via Referral and was interviewed in May 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Simple DSA and CS Fundamentals

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. CS Fundamentals, Java, OS, DSA and Project-based questions.
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Managerial and HR Round, basic HR questions and Situational questions by HR

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Western Digital Software Developer Intern interview:
  • Java
  • C++
  • DSA
  • Operating Systems
  • Computer Networking
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare DSA well and CS Fundamentals.
Resumes must be well prepared for all questions, even project-based questions.

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What is python
  • Ans. 

    Python is a high-level, interpreted programming language known for its simplicity and ease of use.

    • Python is used for web development, data analysis, artificial intelligence, and more.

    • It has a large standard library and supports multiple programming paradigms.

    • Python code is easy to read and write, making it a popular choice for beginners.

    • Python uses indentation to indicate blocks of code, rather than curly braces or key...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

I appeared for an interview before May 2021.

Round 1 - Assignment 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 90 Minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

  • Q1. 

    Colorful Knapsack Problem

    You are given a set of 'N' stones, each with a specific weight and color. The goal is to fill a knapsack with exactly 'M' stones, choosing one stone of each color, so that the to...

  • Ans. 

    The goal is to fill a knapsack with exactly 'M' stones, choosing one stone of each color, minimizing the unused capacity.

    • Use dynamic programming to solve this problem efficiently.

    • Create a 2D array to keep track of the minimum unused capacity for each color and weight combination.

    • Iterate through the stones and colors to update the array with the minimum unused capacity.

    • Return the minimum unused capacity from the array a

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Round 2 - Face to Face 

Round duration - 24 hours
Round difficulty - Medium

Round 3 - HR 

Round duration - 25 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

Interview Preparation Tips

Professional and academic backgroundI applied for the job as SDE - 1 in HyderabadEligibility criteriatop 20 students from branch. *greater than 7.5 CGPA (approximation)Dell Technologies interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - OOPs, backend web development using python, Django, web development and machine learningTime required to prepare for the interview - 2 monthsInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : have basic knowledge of web development
Tip 2 : have in depth understanding of workflow and tech stacks you use in your projects

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : mention the skills you are comfortable to answer questions on
Tip 2 : have some projects with clear mention of your contribution to it on resume.

Final outcome of the interviewSelected

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. In the written round, two coding questions came which were based on trees and were directly from InterViewBit. The questions were relatively simple.
  • Q2. In the interview round there were three rounds, two technical and one HR round. In the first technical round, a design question( I was asked to implement a music player queue). Then was asked about project...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be calm and be honest. And give point to point answers.

I appeared for an interview in Oct 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. C,C++, Programming Concepts
  • Q2. Resume Based
  • Q3. Puzzle Questions
  • Q4.  OS, Database, Networking, Computer Architecture based question
  • Q5. Project Based- Briefs, Details
  • Q6. What are your hobbies
  • Ans. 

    My hobbies include hiking, playing guitar, and cooking.

    • Hiking: I enjoy exploring nature trails and challenging myself physically.

    • Playing guitar: I love learning new songs and improving my skills.

    • Cooking: I like experimenting with different recipes and creating delicious meals.

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  • Q7. Where do you see yourself in 5 years
  • Ans. 

    In 5 years, I see myself as a senior software developer leading a team and working on complex projects.

    • Leading a team of developers

    • Working on complex projects

    • Continuously learning and improving my skills

    • Contributing to the growth and success of the company

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  • Q8. Why do you want to join DELL.
  • Ans. 

    I want to join DELL because of their innovative technology solutions and strong reputation in the industry.

    • DELL is known for their cutting-edge technology solutions which align with my passion for software development.

    • I admire DELL's strong reputation in the industry and their commitment to customer satisfaction.

    • I believe joining DELL will provide me with opportunities for growth and career advancement.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: CGPA>9.0

Skills: Technical Skills
College Name: KIIT University

I appeared for an interview in Jan 2017.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: All got different topics to discuss on gd.
Tips: Plan before you speak. Be sure whether you are to or against.
Duration: 5 minutes

Round: Test
Experience: More questions on blood relationship, ages
Tips: Os db on technical
Duration: 1 hour

Skills: Technical Questions, Manage A Difficult Situation, Technical Knowledge(ML

I appeared for an interview in Sep 2016.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: There was an online test having 3 section, one for aptitude testing, one for logical testing and the last one for technical testing.
Aptitude and logical questions were very basic.
Technical questions included : C C++ Java DS DBMS DAA
Tips: For aptitude and logical part, you need to prepare regularly. Nothing comes out of the box, but you just have to be quick in solving the questions.
For the technical part, prepare well by revising your course materials. Basic one word questions are asked.
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 60

Round: Coding
Experience: This round consists of multiple sets of coding. One question per paper. It's on your luck, which question you'll get. Also,net is allowed. You have to complete the code and show it to the invigilator.
Tips: This round is generally not there in placement drives of DELL. It is on your luck.

Skills: Communication, Data Structures, Basic Knowledge Of DBMS
College Name: Manipal University Jaipur

I appeared for an interview in Aug 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Questions related to my project, questions on binary tree, questions from OS (like paging and scheduling). Interviewer also asked about competitive coding
  • Q2. Formal questions regarding my background, family members etc

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Duration: 1 hour

Skills: General Coding And Problem Solving, Puzzle Solving Capability
College Name: NIT Jamshedpur

Interview Questionnaire 

13 Questions

  • Q1. ISO / OSI Model all layers
  • Ans. 

    The ISO/OSI model is a conceptual framework that standardizes the functions of a communication system into seven layers.

    • The ISO/OSI model stands for International Organization for Standardization/Open Systems Interconnection model.

    • It is a layered model that helps in understanding and designing network protocols.

    • The seven layers are: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application.

    • Each la...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Socket Programming
  • Q3. Linux : How to lock a file
  • Ans. 

    To lock a file in Linux, use the flock command or the fcntl system call.

    • The flock command can be used to lock a file by acquiring an exclusive or shared lock.

    • The fcntl system call can be used to lock a file by setting the F_SETLK or F_SETLKW command.

    • Locking a file prevents other processes from modifying or accessing it until the lock is released.

    • Locking can be done at the file level or at specific regions within a file...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. ACID property
  • Q5. Binary Search
  • Q6. Testing
  • Q7. Normalizaton
  • Q8. CSS Full form . Why we use CSS in HTML page
  • Ans. 

    CSS stands for Cascading Style Sheets. It is used to style the appearance of HTML elements on a webpage.

    • CSS helps in separating the content of a webpage from its design, making it easier to maintain and update.

    • It allows for consistent styling across multiple pages of a website.

    • CSS can be used to control layout, colors, fonts, and other visual aspects of a webpage.

    • It enables responsive design, making websites adapt to d...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. How to find a loop in linked list
  • Ans. 

    To find a loop in a linked list, we can use the Floyd's cycle-finding algorithm.

    • Use two pointers, one moving at a speed of one node at a time and the other at a speed of two nodes at a time.

    • If there is a loop, the two pointers will eventually meet at the same node.

    • To find the starting point of the loop, move one pointer back to the head and then move both pointers at a speed of one node at a time.

    • The point where they m...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. OOps Concept
  • Q11. Projects
  • Q12. Your interests
  • Ans. 

    I enjoy exploring new technologies, solving complex problems, and collaborating with others to create innovative solutions.

    • Exploring new technologies

    • Solving complex problems

    • Collaborating with others

    • Creating innovative solutions

  • Answered by AI
  • Q13. How do you see software industry after 10 years

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: 1. Aptitute

2. DS & C : Maninly queue , Dequeue and linked list

3. C++ : Theory part

4. Network : OSI Layer's working

College Name: NA

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Which area would you concentrate on if you were the CEO of the company?
  • Ans. 

    I would concentrate on improving the company's software development process.

    • Implementing agile methodologies

    • Investing in automation tools

    • Encouraging continuous learning and development

    • Fostering a culture of innovation

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: One hour written test.
Objective questions related to C/C++/OS + 1 coding question .
Tips: Basic C/C++ reference material should be enough.
Revise basic OS, Networks, Data Structures and Algorithms.
Duration: 60 minutes

Round: Interview
Experience: Two Technical Interviews (20 minutes each)
 Questions on your B.Tech project, M.Tech project, Favorite subject, Programming ability.
 Discussion about the company, expectations from the company, future opportunities.
 Too much emphasis on the work done by you before. They require every explanation in
detail.
 If your B.Tech and M.Tech projects are in the field which company is looking forward for, it
is an added bonus.
Tips: Questions are mostly related to BTP as well as other work done in the Department.
 Prepare a compendium of the topics expected to prop up during interview.
 Revision of basic fundamentals of the field.
 Short report of the B.Tech as well as M.Tech project.
 Refer to placement sites for some tips.

General Tips: For non-core companies, only puzzle solving skills and accuracy are needed to be
sharpened. So practice standard interview puzzles available on net. Also revise of topics in
probability and permutation/combination.
College Name: IIT Madras

Western Digital Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Western Digital Software Developer Intern interview?
Western Digital interview process usually has 4 rounds. The most common rounds in the Western Digital interview process are Resume Shortlist, Aptitude Test and Technical.

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