Section 1 - Instruction

You've learned about the key interview formats in CS interviews. Now let's practice spotting these interviewer types and responding strategically to each one.

Engagement Message

Ready to test your CS interview reading skills?

Section 2 - Practice

Type

Multiple Choice

Practice Question

During a technical interview, one person asks you to code a solution while watching your screen closely and asking follow-up questions about time complexity. They're most likely the:

A. Hiring Manager
B. Technical Screener
C. Culture Fit Interviewer
D. Peer Engineer

Suggested Answers

  • A
  • B - Correct
  • C
  • D
Section 3 - Practice

Type

Swipe Left or Right

Practice Question

Let's practice identifying good vs. poor CS interview strategies. Swipe each approach based on whether it's effective or ineffective:

Labels

  • Left Label: Effective Strategy
  • Right Label: Ineffective Strategy

Left Label Items

  • Thinking out loud while coding to show your process
  • Asking clarifying questions before jumping into code
  • Explaining your approach before implementing

Right Label Items

  • Coding in complete silence without explanation
  • Assuming requirements without asking questions
  • Getting defensive when given hints or feedback
Section 4 - Practice

Type

Sort Into Boxes

Practice Question

Sort these CS interviewer characteristics into the correct roles:

Labels

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