If you’re preparing for a technical role, you’ve probably spent hours on LeetCode. But here is the catch: not every company uses the “traditional” algorithmic approach. In my time as an Engineering Manager at Google and beyond, I’ve seen the “coding interview” evolve into four distinct styles. Knowing which one you’re walking into is the best way to lower your heart rate and sharpen your prep. Let’s break down the landscape. 1. The “Traditional” Algorithmic […]
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The Tech Career Toolkit: Recommended Resources for Interviews & Leadership
People often ask me what resources I used to navigate my way into leadership at Google. While hands-on experience is the best teacher, there are a few “bibles” in the industry that I believe every tech professional should have on their shelf. If you are looking to level up—whether you’re prepping for an interview or aiming for a promotion—these are the two resources I recommend most often. 1. For the Technical Hurdle: Cracking the Coding […]