TechCorp | Software Engineer | Mock Interview Experience
Summary
I recently completed a mock interview for a Software Engineer role at TechCorp, which involved two coding rounds focusing on problems like a modified Two Sum and designing an LRU Cache. My experience highlighted the importance of clear communication and time management during the process.
Full Experience
Hi everyone,
I recently did a mock interview for the Software Engineer role at TechCorp and wanted to share my experience.
The interview consisted of two coding rounds. Here are the problems I practiced beforehand that turned out to be very relevant:
- Two Sum - This classic problem came up in a slightly modified form during the first round. Make sure you understand the hash map approach thoroughly.
- LRU Cache - The second round focused on system design and data structure implementation. Being comfortable with designing an LRU Cache using a doubly linked list and hash map was key.
Overall tips:
- Focus on explaining your thought process clearly before jumping into code.
- Ask clarifying questions about edge cases.
- Practice time management as each round was 45 minutes.
Hope this helps anyone preparing for TechCorp interviews. Good luck!
Interview Questions (2)
Two Sum (Modified)
This classic problem came up in a slightly modified form during the first round. I had to make sure I understood the hash map approach thoroughly.
LRU Cache Design
The second round focused on system design and data structure implementation. I needed to be comfortable with designing an LRU Cache.
Preparation Tips
My preparation involved practicing relevant problems such as Two Sum and LRU Cache. Additionally, I focused on several key strategies for the interview:
- Focusing on explaining my thought process clearly before jumping into code.
- Asking clarifying questions about edge cases.
- Practicing time management, as each round was 45 minutes.