the technical stuff

Articles for candidates and hiring managers.

Your Guide to the Software Engineer Interview Process


Software engineering is a challenging and rewarding field. And the interview process for developer positions is intense. With our tips, you can get it right — the first time.

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Your Candidates Are Googling "Questions to Ask Technical Interviewer"


While prepping for an interview, hiring managers focus more on the questions they’re going to ask the candidates. They skip out on an equally vital part: questions to ask the technical interviewer. It's like going to the gym and skipping leg day.

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When an Online Coding Test for Jobs Works—Or Doesn't


An online coding test for jobs can be helpful when hiring entry-level developers or candidates in the early stages of their career. But senior engineers won't take them — and for good reason.

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What You'll Learn From a Technical Phone Screen Interview


Technical phone screen interviews are used to narrow down a pool of candidates. As an engineering leader, you want to ensure that you're getting the most out of your phone screen by asking the right questions and following a few general tips.

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What You Should Know About Technical Assessments


Businesses are always looking for the best software developers to join their teams and make meaningful contributions. Engineering leaders deploy technical assessment tests to fill their open job roles and accomplish this mission.

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What Makes a Good Engineering Manager: The Top Traits and Skills


If you're a senior developer, it's likely that you've thought about becoming a manager. It can be a very rewarding career path. But what makes a good engineering manager? What skills and traits do you need to succeed? And how can you be sure that you're cut out for the job?

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What Is a Technical Interview? Everything You Need to Know


Technical interviews might not be everyone's idea of a good time. But with the right preparation, they can lead to good outcomes for software teams. Here are a few questions and examples to optimize your next technical interview.

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Virtual Interviewing Tips For Hiring Managers


Virtual interviews have advantages for both candidates and businesses. They're more inclusive, cost less, and generally improve the applicant vetting process. Here are our top virtual interviewing tips for hiring managers.

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Virtual Interview Best Practices for Hiring Managers


Obtaining top talent isn't easy. Interviewing software engineers can be demanding, and the stakes are high. Check out our list of virtual interview best practices to get your interview process running smoothly.

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Top Software Developer Technical Interview Questions to Ask in 2021


Looking for an experienced software engineer who can take your team to the next level? Other companies are too. Luckily, we know the right software developer technical interview questions to ask to help you quickly identify and hire the cream of the crop.

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Top React Coding Questions 2021


Using React coding questions during a live coding interview is a great way to gain a better understanding of an engineer and what they know. But as it turns out, React is just one part of what you hire a great software engineer to do.

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Top Questions for the Technical Interview: Software Engineer


Your technical interview software engineer preparation plan should include more than just technical interview questions. It's critical to learn the candidate's perspective on every aspect of their job.

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