Computer Programmer

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Interview question list updated: September 19, 2024

Start with these three questions to get going:

Can you describe a time when you had to debug a particularly challenging issue in your code? How did you approach it, and what was the outcome? Source

Tell me about a project where you had to work under a tight deadline. How did you manage your time and priorities to ensure successful completion?

Have you ever worked on a team project where there were conflicting ideas or approaches? How did you handle the situation, and what was the final result? Source

Complete the next five questions to be well prepared:

Can you give an example of a time when you improved the performance of an application? What steps did you take, and what improvements did you see?

Have you ever been involved in a project where you encountered scope creep or changing requirements? How did you adapt to these changes and ensure the project stayed on track?

Tell me about a time when you identified a major risk or flaw in a project early on. What actions did you take to mitigate the risk, and what was the outcome?

Describe an instance where you had to optimize an algorithm for better performance. What was the problem, and how did you resolve it?

Can you share an experience where you had to mentor or guide a less experienced team member? What approaches did you take, and what were the results?

Tackle these remaining questions for thorough preparation:

Have you ever had to integrate third-party APIs or libraries into your project? Can you walk me through the process and any challenges you faced?

Give an example of a time when you had to learn a new programming language or technology quickly. How did you approach it?

Tell us about a situation where you identified and fixed a bug in a program. What steps did you take? Source

Describe a time when you worked on a team project. How did you ensure the coding standards were maintained and deadlines met?

Can you provide an example of a time when you needed to optimize code for performance? What was the outcome? Source

Tell me about a time when you had to manage multiple programming tasks and deadlines. How did you prioritize your work? Source

Describe an instance where you had to refactor existing code. How did you approach this task and what was the result?

Recall a time when you had to explain a complex technical issue to a non-technical team member. How did you ensure understanding? Source

Can you share an experience where you implemented a new feature based on user feedback? What steps did you follow?

Explain a situation where you had to troubleshoot a problem that was difficult to diagnose. What was your process and what did you learn from it?

Can you describe a challenging programming project you have worked on and how you tackled the issues that arose? Source

Which coding best practices do you follow? Source

How would you apply hard coding compared to soft coding? Source

Have you ever led a programming project? Which approaches did you use? Source