I don't understand why this question is on a job application!!! What even qualifies as unique? And does someone even need to be 'unique' to be qualified for a job? I feel like this question can only introduce bias.
But regardless of my feelings...I'd probably say something about being a career changer and how I like to solve problems in all areas of my life, including rock climbing problems. And then cross my fingers that the hiring manager is also a climber or cares about fitness?? 😒
Vicki, once a manager of aircraft maintenance, is now charming Python & Ruby. She has coded OpenGates.dev, #VetsWhoCode bot, Code Questions bot, & LGBTQ of the Day Bot. They love relatable writing.
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Yes! This is pretty much what I was thinking. There's no good reason for this vague question. I was hoping they'd enjoy my punny take on some things I enjoy.
I agree it can only introduce bias. Though, I think it's likely on purpose. They probably want something to help them know a person and maybe relate to them.
We ask graduates/interns/students something similar, but more toward what hobbies or interests they have outside of software dev because at that stage their technical experience is largely the same.
In terms of being asked, I usually go with the fact I can (badly!) play the didgeridoo or rock climb on weekends.
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I don't understand why this question is on a job application!!! What even qualifies as unique? And does someone even need to be 'unique' to be qualified for a job? I feel like this question can only introduce bias.
But regardless of my feelings...I'd probably say something about being a career changer and how I like to solve problems in all areas of my life, including rock climbing problems. And then cross my fingers that the hiring manager is also a climber or cares about fitness?? 😒
Yes! This is pretty much what I was thinking. There's no good reason for this vague question. I was hoping they'd enjoy my punny take on some things I enjoy.
I agree it can only introduce bias. Though, I think it's likely on purpose. They probably want something to help them know a person and maybe relate to them.
We ask graduates/interns/students something similar, but more toward what hobbies or interests they have outside of software dev because at that stage their technical experience is largely the same.
In terms of being asked, I usually go with the fact I can (badly!) play the didgeridoo or rock climb on weekends.