Does NLP Specialization Make Sense? In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the question of specialization versus generalization looms large, especially for those of us navigating the job market. As a self-proclaimed generalist with experience in a plethora of tools and technologies—ranging …
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Continue ReadingHow Accurate Is the Analyze Complexity Feature on LeetCode? If you’ve ever tackled a coding problem on LeetCode, you might have wondered about the accuracy of their space and time complexity analysis feature. Recently, I encountered an intriguing situation while solving a problem that had me …
Continue ReadingHow is the Job Market for Senior SDEs? As we approach the end of 2024, many Senior Software Development Engineers (SDEs) are contemplating a job switch. With 8 years of experience, primarily in backend development at a Big Tech company, the question arises: what is the current job market for Senior …
Continue ReadingIntroducing Open Source LeetCode for PySpark, Spark, Pandas, and DBT/Snowflake As a developer, you’ve probably faced the challenge of honing your coding skills while preparing for technical interviews. Platforms like LeetCode have become invaluable tools for this purpose, providing a plethora …
Continue ReadingOvercoming the LeetCode Dilemma: How to Stay Sharp After Breaks As a coding enthusiast, I often find myself in a familiar predicament: the struggle to get back into the groove of solving LeetCode problems after taking a break. With exams looming large, it becomes nearly impossible to dedicate time …
Continue ReadingI’ve Become a TS/JS Senior That Doesn’t Know Anything About Other Paradigms. What to Do? After five years of full-stack development, predominantly using React with TypeScript and JavaScript, I find myself in a rather perplexing situation. While I consider myself proficient in building …
Continue ReadingSeeking a Study Partner for Data Structures in Java Hello, everyone! I hope this post finds you well. Today, I’m reaching out to the community with a specific goal in mind: I’m on the lookout for a study partner who shares my interest in data structures, specifically using Java. If you’re someone …
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Mobile Recruiting Software for Your ATS In today’s fast-paced world, where remote work and travel are becoming increasingly common, having a mobile recruiting software solution integrated with your Applicant Tracking System (ATS) can significantly enhance your recruiting …
Continue ReadingTackling the N-Queens Problem: A Journey Through Backtracking in Java Introduction As a budding software engineer, I’ve been diving into Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA) lately, honing my skills in Java. One of the problems that caught my attention was the N-Queens problem. Although I …
Continue ReadingOA Questions: What are the Optimal Solutions? In the world of competitive programming and technical interviews, algorithmic questions often revolve around efficiency, creativity, and the ability to tackle complex problems systematically. Today, we will explore two intriguing questions that can …
Continue ReadingOn a Collision Path with Another Manager in the Organization Navigating the complexities of workplace relationships can be challenging, especially when you find yourself in a precarious situation with a fellow manager. Recently, a manager at a software company shared their experience of feeling …
Continue ReadingNavigating the Uncertainty of Job Offers: What to Do When Promises Go Unfulfilled In the ever-evolving landscape of job searching, one of the most frustrating scenarios is when a company verbally commits to extending a job offer, yet the weeks turn into months without any formal communication. If …
Continue ReadingPreparing for Your Qualcomm Interview: Tips and Insights Hey there, fellow job seekers! If you’re reading this, you’re likely in a position that many recent graduates find themselves in: you’ve landed an interview at a prominent tech company, and now you’re brimming with …
Continue ReadingRecruitment MVP: A New Candidate Hub for Recruiters Greetings recruiters! Today, I’m excited to share an innovative idea my friend and I are exploring— a candidate hub designed specifically for recruiters and job seekers alike. We call it MVP: CV Shift. The vision behind this platform is to create a …
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