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Re:How to Pass a Programming Interview on Tuesday March 08, 2016 @05:14PM (#11249220)
I don't think he meant perfect code. But I've had candidates claim their main language is Java, but were unable to write a proper for loop or know basic data types like arrays or ArrayLists. I've met such people with PhDs and impressive CVs.

Interview enough people and you'll encounter some that are very convincing until you dig down into details. So you have to dig into details.