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Programming Interviews For Dummies

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Overview

Get ready for interview success

Programming jobs are on the rise, and the field is predicted to keep growing, fast. Landing one of these lucrative and rewarding jobs requires more than just being a good programmer. Programming Interviews For Dummies explains the skills and knowledge you need to ace the programming interview.

Interviews for software development jobs and other programming positions are unique. Not only must candidates demonstrate technical savvy, they must also show that they’re equipped to be a productive member of programming teams and ready to start solving problems from day one. This book demystifies both sides of the process, offering tips and techniques to help candidates and interviewers alike.

Prepare for the most common interview questions
Understand what employers are looking for
Develop the skills to impress non-technical interviewers
Learn how to assess candidates for programming roles
Prove that you (or your new hires) can be productive from day one

Programming Interviews For Dummies gives readers a clear view of both sides of the process, so prospective coders and interviewers alike will learn to ace the interview.

Get ready for interview success

Programming jobs are on the rise, and the field is predicted to keep growing, fast. Landing one of these lucrative and rewarding jobs requires more than just being a good programmer. Programming Interviews For Dummies explains the skills and knowledge you need to ace the programming interview.

Interviews for software development jobs and other programming positions are unique. Not only must candidates demonstrate technical savvy, they must also show that they’re equipped to be a productive member of programming teams and ready to start solving problems from day one.

This book demystifies both sides of the process, offering tips and techniques to help candidates and interviewers alike.

Prepare for the most common interview questions
Understand what employers are looking for
Develop the skills to impress non-technical interviewers
Learn how to assess candidates for programming roles
Prove that you (or your new hires) can be productive from day one

Programming Interviews For Dummies gives readers a clear view of both sides of the process, so prospective coders and interviewers alike will learn to ace the interview.

Programming Interviews For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Just like anyone conducting a job search, a programmer needs to go through some specific steps to ensure they get an offer(s) for the programming job of their dreams. Start with the all-important resume and hire a professional resume writer. You can customize that master resume and cover letter to fit each job description you apply for. This Cheat Sheet offers some hints beyond using job search sites to find those open positions and the types of programming interview questions you're likely to encounter.

About The Authors

John Sonmez is a software developer and the author of two best-selling books, The Complete Software Developer's Career Guide and Soft Skills: The Software Developer's Life Manual. He is also the founder of the Simple Programmer blog and YouTube channel. Eric Butow is the owner of Butow Communications Group (BCG), which offers website design, online marketing, and technical documentation services for businesses. He is the author of 32 computer and user experience books.