There’s so many blogs and videos online showing you answers to LeetCode questions. But the viewpoint is mostly as an interviewee, not as an interviewer. In my 25 years in Big Tech, I’ve conducted…

Denis Bolkovskis

Anthropic

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The article discusses the author's favorite coding question to ask candidates during interviews. It emphasizes the importance of clarifying questions, understanding code complexity, and optimizing solutions. The question involves generating a list of loyal customers based on log files. The article highlights different approaches taken by candidates and provides insights for interviewers.

My favorite coding question to give candidates (and why)

great article, it reminded me that i know NOTHING lol

Great way to understand the logic behind the mind of the interviewer

absolutely wonderful article with a great insight also on the human side around the solution delivery and the process itself that brings to the optimal solution. Must read!