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Continue ReadingWhat to Expect in the Technical Design Round for Bloomberg SWE Internship (Frankfurt) Hi everyone, As I prepare for my third-round interview for a Bloomberg Software Engineering internship at the Frankfurt office, I wanted to share my experiences and seek advice from those who have been through …
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Continue ReadingBusiness Knowledge vs. Tech Knowledge: Which Holds More Value? In the dynamic landscape of the tech industry, one question often arises for professionals looking to pivot their careers: What holds more value—business knowledge or technical knowledge? As someone currently positioned as a QA in a …
Continue ReadingTransitioning from Individual Contributor to Engineering Manager: Navigating the Technology Knowledge Gap Transitioning from an Individual Contributor (IC) role to an Engineering Manager (EM) position can be both an exciting and daunting journey. After 11 years as an IC and a substantial experience …
Continue ReadingQuite Technical Question - Asking for Help/Direction About DSL in Product Management! Introduction In the evolving landscape of product management (PM), particularly in technical roles, the conversation around Domain-Specific Languages (DSLs) is gaining traction. However, a prevailing sentiment …
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Continue ReadingDid I Screw Up My Google L3 Interview? Recently, I had the opportunity to interview for a Level 3 position at Google, and I wanted to share my experience—both the highs and the lows. The interview process consisted of three technical interviews followed by a behavioral one. While the first two …
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