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Role: Software Engineer Intern

College: Not Specified

Interview Date: August - September 2023

Interview Type: Off-Campus/Internship

Result: Selected

Difficulty: Medium to Hard

Rounds: 4 rounds

Topics Asked: Data Structures (Trees, Graphs, Hashing), Algorithms, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Database Management System (DBMS)

Experience:

The candidate applied for a Software Engineer Intern role in August 2023, and their resume was shortlisted by a recruiter.

Round 1: Hackerrank Coding Challenge (12th September 2023)
This round consisted of three medium to hard-level Leetcode questions. Speed and efficiency in solving problems were crucial.

Round 2: Technical Round 1 (DSA) (26th September 2023)
This 1-hour virtual interview focused on Data Structures and Algorithms, specifically medium to hard-level Leetcode questions related to trees and graphs. The candidate was asked to code and dry run a medium-level question and explain their approach and pseudocode for a hard-level question. The interviewer focused on edge cases and dry runs.

Round 3: Technical Round 2 (DSA + Core Concepts)
This round delved into hashing, requiring the candidate to solve a complex problem using three different approaches. Questions also covered Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, and Database Management System (DBMS), emphasizing versatility and fundamental understanding.

Round 4: Host Manager Round
The details of this round were not extensively specified, but it typically involves discussions about the candidate's fit for the team and general behavioral questions.

Tips: The candidate emphasized having a ready resume, applying on time, and focusing on a blend of technical skills, problem-solving, and clear communication. For DSA questions, writing clean code, considering edge cases, and thinking out loud were highlighted as important.