Why tech job interviews became such a nightmare

Re:Why tech job interviews became such a nightmare by Jensson on Thursday March 07, 2024 @09:03AM (#39629169)

You have to pass the same tests during interviews. The main difference is that if you come from a no-name university in a tiny country you need something special to even get an interview.

Of course that is for algorithm interviews, in less objective interview formats you are right where you studied etc is a massive factor.

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Re:Why tech job interviews became such a nightmare by wakawaka28 on Thursday March 07, 2024 @11:20PM (#39637730)

It's also true that the questions are overwhelmingly written by people from "elite" universities, where certain subjects and approaches are emphasized. So if you aren't from one of those you're less likely to nail it. Elite universities also have connections I'm sure, and generally prepare students for interviews much better than average ones.

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