Coderust: Hacking the Coding Interview

The ultimate guide to coding interviews. Developed by FAANG engineers, practice with real-world questions in top languages. Prep faster and get interview-ready in just a few hours.
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Are you looking to land a new software engineering job? With two new languages and all-new questions, the recently updated Coderust is here to help you break into or level up in the tech industry. Coderust was created by former hiring managers with years of experience in today’s top tech companies. The revamped course will walk you through a carefully curated set of sample problems from real-life coding interviews. Solutions are presented in six of today's leading programming languages. Every example comes with step-by-step visualizations and solutions. Coderust empowers you to understand the underlying logic of software concepts instead of just memorizing formulas and answers. Write, compile, and execute your own code on the fly to test different approaches - all in the browser, no set up necessary! At the end of the course, you will have deep expertise to tackle your coding interview with confidence in Ruby, Go, C++, Java, Python, or JavaScript.
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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

Prepare for coding interviews
Develop skills to analyze a problem statement and break it down into smaller problems
Learn to pick the right data structure and algorithm to solve a given problem
Gain experience with a diversity of programming problems and techniques
Learn to compare alternative solutions quantitatively in terms of their space and time complexity
Prepare for coding interviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it hard to pass a coding interview?

Passing a coding interview can be challenging, especially for roles at top tech companies. It requires strong problem-solving skills, knowledge of data structures and algorithms, and practice with technical problems. However, it becomes more manageable with proper preparation, including mock interviews and familiarity with common interview questions.

Is it okay to make mistakes in coding interviews?

Making mistakes in a coding interview is common and acceptable as long as you handle them well. Interviewers value problem-solving approaches and how you recover from errors, so identifying and fixing mistakes while explaining your thought process can still leave a positive impression.

How do I crack my coding interview?

To crack a coding interview, thoroughly prepare by studying key data structures and algorithms, practicing various problems on coding platforms, understanding the underlying concepts, and developing strong problem-solving skills. Additionally, familiarize yourself with common interview formats and learn to explain your thought process clearly to the interviewer.

How do I win a coding interview?

Winning a coding interview involves solving the problems correctly and optimizing your solutions for efficiency. You must also demonstrate clear communication skills, stay calm under pressure, and show a good understanding of the fundamentals. Engage with the interviewer, ask clarifying questions, and approach problems methodically while articulating your logic.

What company has the hardest coding interview?

Google, Meta (Facebook), and Amazon are often regarded as having the hardest coding interviews due to their challenging and complex problem sets, which test deep knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and system design and the ability to solve problems efficiently within a limited time frame.