Cleared My Google TPS, But Recruiter Says No Hiring Manager is Interested in Moving Forward Navigating the interview process at top tech companies can often feel like a rollercoaster. Recently, I found myself in a situation that many candidates can relate to: I cleared the Technical Phone Screen …
Continue ReadingNavigating Communication Challenges in Software Development: A Personal Journey Introduction As a software engineer with 3.5 years of industry experience, I have encountered various challenges in my career—both technical and interpersonal. Recently, I found myself grappling with a situation that has …
Continue ReadingReview Feedback: A Candid Reflection on Professional Growth and Challenges Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of software development can be a daunting task, especially when transitioning between technologies and adapting to new workplace cultures. As someone who has spent years in the industry, …
Continue ReadingGoogle Interview Feedback | L4 It’s been two weeks since I interviewed for a role in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and I’m currently in the aftermath of all four interview rounds. As I navigate this waiting period, I’ve found myself reflecting on the process and the common uncertainties that …
Continue ReadingPeer-to-Peer Feedback: Navigating Recency Bias in Performance Evaluations As a new manager, one of the challenges that often arises during performance evaluations is the influence of recency bias on peer feedback. Recency bias occurs when recent events or interactions overshadow the entire …
Continue ReadingMastering LeetCode Interviews: It’s Not Just About Code—It’s About Communication Hey everyone! 👋 Over the holidays, I’ve been deep into LeetCode preparation, and I wanted to share a few insights that might resonate with many of you. When it comes to interviews, especially those in tech, it’s easy to …
Continue ReadingTikTok “Interview Completed” Status: It’s Been 24 Days Since I Last Heard Navigating the job application process can be a rollercoaster ride, especially when you’re eagerly waiting for a response after multiple interviews. In this post, I want to share my experience applying …
Continue ReadingHow to Deal with Junior Developers Who Seek Feedback but Resist Change Navigating the complexities of software development can be challenging, especially when you’re working with junior developers who frequently seek your feedback but seem to dismiss it in favor of their own ideas. This …
Continue ReadingGoogle Onsites - Need Opinion I’ve recently wrapped up my Google coding onsite interviews, and I must admit, I’m feeling quite anxious about the experience. I wanted to share my journey here and would love to hear your thoughts and opinions. Overview of My Experience Technical Phone …
Continue ReadingGoogle L4 Phone Screen: Navigating Mixed Feedback Recently, I received an email regarding my phone screen for a Level 4 (L4) position at Google. The feedback from the interviewer was described as “a little mixed,” which led to a request for a follow-up chat to discuss the next steps. …
Continue ReadingHow Close Do You Work With Product Managers? The relationship between engineering teams and product managers (PMs) is critical to the success of any tech organization. The synergy in this partnership can determine the quality of the product being developed, the efficiency of the team, and …
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