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How to answer “Explain” technical questions as a Senior Software Engineer?
Have you ever wondered how should you answer multiple “Explain …” technical questions for Software Engineering Positions?
Nowadays there are more and more software engineers. Even though multiple companies are laying off people throughout the industry, there are still many more that are looking for Software Engineers who can help with Technological Development. Here are a couple of ideas that I have gathered throughout my last several technical interviews that could help you get the job that you dream about.
“Explain” type of questions
These types of questions are the most popular as an example:
Could you explain what immutable means?
or
Please describe HTTP.
Classic answers will contain short descriptions of the given topic, which are expected answers for junior or mid-level positions. However, it is not enough for Senior Software Engineering positions because the most important parts are commonly omitted, but what do I mean?
If you want to shine across other candidates you have to bring to the table something more. Http will be great as an…
